Learning is our passion. As Northwest Wisconsins leader in technical education, Northwood Technical College creates dynamic opportunities for career preparation and personal effectiveness. We are committed to making each and every experience with us meaningful and professional.
School Highlights
Northwood Technical College serves 2,818 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 26%.
The student population of Northwood Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 6:1 over five years.
The Northwood Technical College diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,818 students
2,830 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
924 students
924 students
# Part-Time Students
1,894 students
1,906 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
203 students
293 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
924 students
924 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,906 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
148 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
2%
8%
% Black
2%
7%
% White
90%
74%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.19
0.44
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
63%
47%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$34,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,448 is more than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,463 is more than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,448
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,463
$6,373
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
78%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,250
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,440
$5,500
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 Administrators
School Notes
Northwood Technical College is the college of choice for
students who wish to pursue associate degrees or technical
diplomas, and for those presently employed who wish to advance in
their careers through continuing education. In many cases, area
employers contract with the college for customized training
consisting of specific courses that are developed and taught by
Northwood Tech instructors at an employer's work site. The college
offers 53 technical career programs. Wisconsin Indianhead Technical
College is a part of the Wisconsin Technical College System, with
four campus locations (Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake and
Superior), three branch locations (Hayward, Ladysmith and Balsam
Lake), a Learning Center in Spooner, and our Health Education
Center in Shell Lake. The college is accredited by the Higher
Learning Commission to grant degrees and certificates.
Profile last updated: 07/20/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northwood Technical College cost?
Northwood Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,448 for In-State students and $6,463 for Out-State students.
What is Northwood Technical College's ranking?
Northwood Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Highest completion rates.
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