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 (26-27)
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)
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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 less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has grown by 41% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition & Financial Aid
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.
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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.
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Quick Facts (26-27)
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)
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.
