Waukesha County Technical College

800 Main Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Waukesha County Technical College, as the leader in workforce development for Waukesha County, is committed to student learning for the enhancement of our community`s quality of life. As an institution of higher education, we provide lifelong learning opportunities which are high quality, affordable and accessible. Our special focus includes technical education, occupational training, and enrichment programs.

School Highlights

Waukesha County Technical College serves 6,952 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 25%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,952 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,065
  • Out-state tuition: $6,098
  • Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
  • Minority enrollment: 23%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Waukesha County Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 419 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Waukesha County Technical College
(WI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
419 staff
419 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Waukesha County Technical College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has decreased from 20:1 over five years.
The Waukesha County Technical College diversity score of 0.40 is less than the state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,952 students
2,830 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
9:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,658 students
924 students
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# Part-Time Students
5,294 students
1,906 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
339 students
293 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,658 students
924 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,294 students
1,892 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
148 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
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% Asian
3%
4%
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% Hispanic
8%
8%
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% Black
5%
7%
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% White
77%
75%
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% Two or more races
2%
3%
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% Unknown races
4%
2%
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Diversity Score
0.40
0.42
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
47%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,500
$34,300
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,065 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 $6,098 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,065
$4,194
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,098
$6,373
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
49%
78%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,211
$11,250
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,750
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Waukesha County Technical College is one of Wisconsin's finest centers of higher education. Whether students are just starting out in a career or starting over, WCTC can help fulfill their potential. WCTC offers over 100 paths of study. There are short-term training options that focus on a specific skill, associate of applied science degrees and technical diplomas that give a solid base to launch a career, and specialized certificates that build upon that base. WCTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Waukesha County Technical College cost?
Waukesha County Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,065 for In-State students and $6,098 for Out-State students.
What is Waukesha County Technical College's ranking?
Waukesha County Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,952 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,065
  • Out-state tuition: $6,098
  • Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
  • Minority enrollment: 23%
  • Source: Verified school update

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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.

Wisconsin community colleges have a diversity score of 0.42, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. 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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