Mid-State Technical College

  • Mid-State Technical College Serves its community by providing lifelong learning opportunities which enhance the personal and economic well-being of individuals and businesses.

School Highlights

Mid-State Technical College serves 3,144 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 35%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,144 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,116
  • Out-state tuition: $6,005
  • Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
  • Minority enrollment: 18%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 116 teachers has declined by 55% over five years.
Mid-State Technical College
(WI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1967
Total Faculty
116 staff
177 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Transforming lives through the power of teaching and learning.

Student Body

The student population of Mid-State Technical College has grown by 18% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Mid-State Technical College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has grown by 44% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,144 students
3,039 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
721 students
721 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
2,423 students
2,318 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,144 students
2,811 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
721 students
721 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,423 students
2,318 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Asian
3%
4%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
6%
11%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
2%
10%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
82%
65%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.55

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
41%
50%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$33,700

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $4,116 is less than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,005 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,116
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,005
$6,373
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
74%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$11,250

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,500

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • The college offer technical training in more than 50 fields and professions by granting one- and two-year technical diplomas and two-year associate degrees. MSTC graduates become health care professionals, police officers, day-care providers, accountants, plumbers, administrative assistants,electricians, welders, automotive technicians, hair stylists, and paramedics. They are design and repair technicians, computer programmers, networking specialists, small business owners, masons, farmers, marketing professionals, and much more. In addition, MSTC also awards certificates for the successful completion of a single course or a combination of courses. Mid-State Technical College also serves as a starting point for students who want to continue their education. Many courses and programs transfer to four-year colleges and universities. MSTC has campuses in Stevens Point, Marshfield and Wisconsin Rapids; a center in Adams; and several outreach sites. Through credit, non-credit and life enrichment course, MSTC is a driving force behind post-secondary education in central Wisconsin.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mid-State Technical College cost?
Mid-State Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,116 for In-State students and $6,005 for Out-State students.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,144 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,116
  • Out-state tuition: $6,005
  • Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
  • Minority enrollment: 18%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Wisconsin public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,194 per year for in-state students and $6,373 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,728 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Wisconsin is 74%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Wisconsin community colleges have a diversity score of 0.55, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Wisconsin is Milwaukee Area Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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