Northcentral Technical College
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Northcentral Technical College, Wausau, WI, builds a competitive workforce in a global society by inspiring, connecting and strengthening its customers as they pursue lifelong learning. ...
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Marathon County, WI | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 1,204 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 2,317 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 3,521 students | 2,213 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 60 students | 229 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 63% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 38% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,167 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 39% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $821 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 49% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,581 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- For more than 90 years, NTC has been a vital educational component for the citizens of North Central Wisconsin. Started in 1912 in a small, two-story building called the Wausau Industrial School, NTC effectively connects its learners with the business community by giving them the skills they need to achieve success on their lifelong learning journey. Students may choose from over 40 degrees offering training in some of the fastest growing careers. In addition, NTC offers customized training, technical assistance, testing and evaluation processes and consulting services to its business and industry partners.
- Northcentral's expansive 10-county district has campuses in Wausau, Antigo, Merrill (Health & Public Safety Training facility), Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg. NTC's campuses in Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg offer credit courses in several associate degree and diploma programs through self-paced "Flex Labs," interactive television, and conventional classroom settings. NTC's campuses in Wausau, Antigo, Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg offer counseling and career development services, as well as a wide variety of continuing education and vocational classes.
- NTC offers 26 Associate Degrees, 9 Technical Diplomas, 11 programs offering completion in less than one year, 14 Apprenticeship programs and 34 Certificate programs.
- Northcentral Technical College is accredited by the North Central Association – Higher Learning Commission, American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT) and National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- New college moves into Wausau (Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune)
posted on November 17, 2009 at 09:56:28 am
ROTHSCHILD -- Another private college is coming to the Wausau area with plans to create close to 30 jobs and offer students the chance to earn certifications as well as two- and four-year degrees. - Minorities representation in local law enforcement lags general population (Wausau Daily Herald)
posted on November 16, 2009 at 10:40:06 am
Marathon County police agencies employ only a tiny number of minorities, and their leaders dont seem to have an answer for how to get more minorities to enter law enforcement careers. - NTC open house today (Wausau Daily Herald)
posted on November 5, 2009 at 10:45:04 am
Residents are invited to learn about Northcentral Technical College at its Community Open House from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. today at 1000 W. Campus Drive, Wausau. - This Year's 2009 ATHENA Awards Nominees Announced (WSAW Wausau)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 10:59:18 pm
The Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce is announcing the finalists for the ATHENA awards. - Peace sculpture dedication set for Nov. 20 (Wausau Daily Herald)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 06:45:03 pm
The city of Wausau is holding a dedication Nov. 20 for the peace sculpture created by Egyptian foreign exchange student Moustafa Saleh.
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