Mid-State Technical College

500 32nd St N
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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 2,648 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 26%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,648 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,116
  • Out-state tuition: $6,005
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 12%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Mid-State Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 258 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Mid-State Technical College
(WI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
258 staff
419 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Mid-State Technical College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Mid-State Technical College diversity score of 0.22 is less than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has declined by 23% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,648 students
2,830 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
9:1
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# Full-Time Students
614 students
924 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,034 students
1,906 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
166 students
293 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
614 students
924 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,034 students
1,906 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
4%
4%
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% Hispanic
4%
8%
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% Black
1%
7%
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% White
88%
74%
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% Two or more races
2%
3%
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% Unknown races
1%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.22
0.44
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
39%
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)
$34,300
$34,300
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,116 is less than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% 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 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,116
$4,194
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,005
$6,373
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
78%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Mid-State Technical College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$11,250
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$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 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.
What is Mid-State Technical College's ranking?
Mid-State Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,648 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,116
  • Out-state tuition: $6,005
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 12%
  • 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.

Wisconsin community colleges have a diversity score of 0.44, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. 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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