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Fox Valley Technical College

1825 N Bluemound Dr
Appleton, WI 54912
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  • Fox Valley Technical College offers services from a variety of campus locations, regional centers and training sites. Many online learning options are also available, plus blended options which combine online learning with hands-on instruction. The college also provides customized business solutions that help employers ensure their workforce is ready and can gain a competitive edge in the market.

School Highlights

Fox Valley Technical College serves 10,670 students (15% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is same as the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 35%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 10,670 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,932
  • Out-state tuition: $5,684
  • Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Fox Valley Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 476 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Fox Valley 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
Total Faculty
476 staff
177 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Fox Valley Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Fox Valley Technical College diversity score of 0.51 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 31% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,670 students
2,940 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,651 students
721 students
# Part-Time Students
9,019 students
2,318 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
10,670 students
2,811 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,651 students
721 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,019 students
2,318 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
4%
4%
% Hispanic
6%
11%
% Black
3%
10%
% White
68%
65%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
16%
5%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
50%
50%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,900
$34,300

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,932 is less than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,684 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,932
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,684
$6,373
Tuition Notes
2 semesters with 12
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
48%
74%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,567
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Each year 50,000-55,000 people enroll in classes at FVTC
  • Approximately 33,000 people take continuing education courses annually
  • FVTC serves approximately 7,000 degree-declared students each year
  • Around 50% ofprogramstudents attended part-time
  • FVTC trains over 1,400 apprenticeship students annually
  • 13% of area high school graduates enrolled at FVTC directly from high school

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fox Valley Technical College cost?
Fox Valley Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,932 for In-State students and $5,684 for Out-State students.
What is Fox Valley Technical College's ranking?
Fox Valley Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 10,670 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,932
  • Out-state tuition: $5,684
  • Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • 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.

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

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