Mid-State Technical College

500 32nd St N
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
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  • 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 2,779 students (37% of students are full-time).
  • The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the state average of 23%.
  • Mid-State Technical College is the only community colleges within Wood County, WI.
  • The nearest community college to Mid-State Technical College is Northcentral Technical College (41.6 miles away).

School Overview

  • The teacher population of 167 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Mid-State Technical College(WI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationBaccalaureate / Associates CollegesAssociate of Arts Colleges
Institution LevelLess than 2 yrsAt least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty167 staff167 staff
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Student Body

  • The student population of Mid-State Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
  • The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has stayed the same over five years.
  • The Mid-State Technical College diversity score of 0.15 is less than the state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment2,779 students3,351 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio17:123:1
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# Full-Time Students1,020 students1,122 students
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# Part-Time Students1,759 students2,229 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
2%
3%
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% Hispanic
1%
5%
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% Black
1%
7%
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% White
92%
77%
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% Two or more races
1%
2%
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% Unknown races
2%
5%
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Diversity Score0.150.40
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College Completion Rate
30%
32%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$34,300$33,700
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Finances and Admission

  • The public in-state tuition of $4,116 is less than the state average of $4,945. The in-state tuition has grown by 12% over four years.
  • The public out-state tuition of $6,005 is less than the state average of $6,972. The out-state tuition has grown by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$4,116$4,945
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Out-State Tuition Fees$6,005$6,972
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid75%80%
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Median Debt for Graduates$8,025$11,250
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Median Debt for Dropouts$4,107$5,500
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Source: 2016 (or latest year available) 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.

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Quick Stats (2020)
  • Students: 2,779 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,116
  • Out-state tuition: $6,005
  • Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
  • Minority enrollment: 8%
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Wisconsin community colleges have a diversity score of 0.40, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in Wisconsin is Herzing University-Madison. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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