Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology

Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology is a public two-year institution located in Wichita, Kansas, within a large city setting. The campus enrolls 8,119 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 39.33 out of 100. Its completion rate is 36% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 64% (IPEDS 2023).

The campus offers an extensive portfolio of applied technical programs at the certificate level. These include Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technology/Technician, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Tool and Die Technology/Technician, Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, Carpentry/Carpenter, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Computer Support Specialist, and Drafting and Design Technology/Technician.

Located in the heart of Wichita, Kansas — a major center for aerospace manufacturing — the campus is well-positioned to serve students pursuing careers in aviation maintenance, advanced manufacturing, and skilled trades. Its broad program catalog addresses a wide range of workforce demands in south-central Kansas.