- 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 Highlights
Northcentral Technical College serves 6,746 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 35%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 6,746 students
- In-state tuition: $4,148
- Out-state tuition: $6,036
- Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
- Minority enrollment: 24%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Northcentral Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 194 teachers has declined by 53% over five years.
Northcentral 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
194 staff
177 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Northcentral Technical College has grown by 13% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Northcentral Technical College diversity score of 0.41 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 41% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,746 students
2,940 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,173 students
721 students
# Part-Time Students
5,573 students
2,318 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
6,746 students
2,811 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,173 students
721 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,573 students
2,318 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
187 students
167 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
6%
4%
% Hispanic
6%
11%
% Black
2%
10%
% White
76%
65%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
6%
5%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
50%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,700
$34,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,148 is less than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has grown by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,036 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has grown by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,148
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,036
$6,373
Tuition Notes
$4,844 for in-state; $7,127 for out-of-state
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
71%
74%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,994
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,750
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northcentral Technical College cost?
Northcentral Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,148 for In-State students and $6,036 for Out-State students.
What schools are Northcentral Technical College often compared to?
Northcentral Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Valley Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is Northcentral Technical College's ranking?
Northcentral Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Least debt for graduating students.
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