South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco

Weslaco, TX
1600 North Westgate Drive, Suite 400, Weslaco, TX 78599
956-969-1564

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco (STVT-W) is a two-year, public, coeducational, career and technical institute located in Weslaco, Texas, United States. It is part of the South Texas Independent School District (STISD). The school offers career and technical education programs in Automotive Technology, Business Administration, Collision Repair Technology, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Diesel Technology, Drafting & Design Technology, Electrical Technology, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R), Information Technology, Medical Assistant, Welding Technology, and many more.

STVT-W opened its doors in August of 1966 as Weslaco Area Vocational School. The school was originally housed in the old Weslaco High School building on West 6th Street. In September of 1967, the school moved to its current location on West Expressway 83. The school was renamed South Texas Vocational Technical Institute in 1971 and became part of STISD.

STVT-W offers a variety of services to its students, including academic advising, career counseling, tutoring, job placement assistance, and more. The school also has an active Student Government Association that organizes various events and activities throughout the year.

STVT-W is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.

Quick Facts

Enrollment: 282

Type: Private for-profit, less-than 2-year

Main Website: https://www.stvt.edu/

Financial Aid: https://www.stvt.edu/financial-aid/