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Red River Technology Center

Duncan, Oklahoma · Public technical college

Auto mechanic schoolsWelding schoolsCNA classesCosmetology schoolsMedical assistant programsLPN / LVN programsHVAC schoolsEMT & paramedic trainingCNC & machining programs
53%completion rate · Oklahoma avg 69%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$21,528median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$31,415median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education (Accredited)
Address: 3300 W Bois D Arc, Duncan, OK 73533 · Phone: (580) 255-2903 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Red River Technology Center is a public trade school in Duncan, Oklahoma, offering auto mechanic, welding, and CNA programs, accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education.

Red River Technology Center has a 52.8% completion rate, below the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%, and median earnings of $31,415 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.

Cost is not reported in federal data for Red River Technology Center; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 8.3% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Red River Technology … Red River Technology …: 52.8% 52.8% Oklahoma average Oklahoma average: 69.1% 69.1% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$29,410$46,560$64,260
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$37,860$49,720$60,790
Nursing assistants$29,630$35,930$38,250
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$18,980$29,650$44,260
Medical assistants$31,880$38,750$45,630
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$45,440$58,320$62,060
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$36,050$57,560$72,110
Emergency medical technicians$27,840$34,170$37,430
Machinists$36,380$51,120$62,050

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oklahoma (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 27 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 22 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 19 $29,185 $30,771 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 16 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 12 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 12 $29,185 $30,771 not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 8 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 8 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 7 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 5 not reported not reported not reported

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Red River Technology Center is a public trade and career school located in Duncan, Oklahoma, in a fringe rural setting. It is accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus offers 10 program families, with the most-completed programs being auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and CNA classes, alongside offerings in cosmetology, medical assisting, LPN training, HVAC, EMT training, and CNC machining.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 52.8%, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,415. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 8.3% of students receive Pell Grants, which is a relatively low share compared to many career schools nationally.

With 516 undergraduate students and 136 trade program completers reported, this campus appears sized for a mix of short-term certificate training and longer technical programs, though specific program lengths are not detailed in this data. Career changers interested in hands-on trades such as automotive repair, welding, or nursing assistant work may want to contact the school directly to confirm schedules and program length. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review full outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures such as debt and cost are not reported for this campus in federal data.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Red River Technology Center offers 10 program families, most notably auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and CNA classes, along with cosmetology, medical assisting, LPN, HVAC, EMT training, and CNC machining programs.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 52.8%, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%, according to federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (580) 255-2903 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,415 per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (580) 255-2903 or via https://www.rrtc.edu/ for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Red River Technology Center is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state career-technical funding compared to for-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules and duration for specific programs.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Oklahoma Board of Career and Technology Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?250993.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers hands-on trade programs like welding and auto mechanics in a rural setting, but specific fit for adult career-changers, such as evening schedules, is not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (580) 255-2903 to learn what credentials apply to specific programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Red River Technology Center by phone at (580) 255-2903 or visit https://www.rrtc.edu/ for application information.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?250993 can be used to compare outcomes across institutions.

Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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