WSU Tech NCAT Expansion Project
The NCAT Expansion Project introduces a new facility to WSU Tech’s flagship campus at the National Center for Aviation Training (NCAT) that presents an opportunity to drive workforce expansion and meet critical industry demands in emerging and advanced aviation, as well as advanced manufacturing and automation. The training facility will provide WSU Tech expanded infrastructure, innovation, and capacity to target credit and non-credit opportunities for students and trainees.
As workforce demands rapidly evolve with the advancement of new technologies, technical colleges across the nation are facing capacity constraints.
WSU Tech is no exception, experiencing record breaking enrollment growth as more students seek the skills required by today’s high-demand industries. To continue leading in this space, WSU Tech must expand.
The 85,500-square-foot addition, comprised of a new, two-level training facility and a hangar, is an essential investment in the regional and national economy for long-term impacts of job creation, increased workforce participation, and sustained competitiveness in a global market.
Impact
The new facility presents an opportunity to drive workforce expansion and meet critical industry demands in emerging and advanced aviation, as well as advanced manufacturing and automation. The training facility will provide WSU Tech the infrastructure, innovation, and capacity to target credit and non-credit growth opportunities for students and trainees. This is more than a building, it’s a strategic investment for economic growth, for industry alignment, and a promise to deliver a skilled workforce ready to meet the community needs. An investment in WSU Tech is an investment in the future.
“The NCAT expansion is a game-changer—not just for WSU Tech, but for the future of technical education in Kansas. This bold investment reflects exactly who we are: innovative, industry-driven, and deeply committed to student success. It will open new doors for learners, create real opportunities for families, and directly strengthen the talent pipeline our region depends on. This is more than a building—it’s a vision for what workforce education should be.”
– Dr. Sheree Utash, President, WSU Tech
Accelerate. Innovate. Aviate.
The demand for a highly skilled workforce in aviation and advanced manufacturing has never been greater—and WSU Tech is ready to meet it. With enrollment surging and new technologies emerging, we must expand our training infrastructure. The Accelerate. Innovate. Aviate. campaign will fund a bold expansion of NCAT, unlocking high-tech labs, a professional pilot center, and groundbreaking programs that align with tomorrow’s industry needs.
Help shape the workforce of tomorrow
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