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Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

1800 Bronson Blvd
Fennimore, WI 53809

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Southwest Wisconsin Technical College provides individualized lifelong learning opportunities that focus on students and communities. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College will be a leader in learning-centered education. outhwest Tech is a comprehensive technical college standing ready to offer you excellent educational opportunities, a broad array of support services, and a student-friendly atmosphere. Southwest Tech can prepare you with the skills necessary to succeed now and in the future.

School Highlights

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College serves 2,581 students (26% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.

Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 25%.

Quick Stats (2023)

Enrollment: 2,581 students
In-state tuition: $4,076
Out-state tuition: $5,996
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 5%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 217 teachers has grown by 114% over five years.

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

(WI) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associates Colleges

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

217 staff

419 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has grown by 9% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has stayed the same over five years.

The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College diversity score of 0.10 is less than the state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Total Enrollment

2,581 students

2,830 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

12:1

9:1

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# Full-Time Students

675 students

924 students

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# Part-Time Students

1,906 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

141 students

293 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

675 students

924 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

16 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

1,906 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

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5 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

148 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

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% Asian

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% Hispanic

% Black

% White

95%

75%

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% Two or more races

% Unknown races

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Diversity Score

0.10

0.42

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

55%

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)

$33,500

$34,300

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,076 is less than the state average of $4,173. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $5,996 is less than the state average of $6,317. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$4,076

$4,173

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$5,996

$6,317

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

85%

78%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$7,118

$11,250

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$4,164

$5,500

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Acceptance Rate

n/a

100%

ACT Composite

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ACT English

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ACT Math

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Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

The Southwest Wisconsin Vocational-Technical Institute District, comprising the five counties of southwestern Wisconsin, became operational on July 1, 1967, pursuant to Chapter 292, Laws of Wisconsin of 1965. The development process that resulted in what we now call Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (Southwest Tech) began immediately with the selection of initial programs, establishment of advisory committees, and recruitment of staff members. Farm Training was the first college program and began functioning in Fall 1967. During the 1968-69 fiscal year, college leadership initiated a comprehensive building plan. This led to the development of the present campus facilities located in Fennimore, Wisconsin, the center of the Southwest Tech District. Located among the beautiful hills and valleys of southwestern Wisconsin, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, or Southwest Tech, is a comprehensive technical school of higher learning that stands ready to offer you excellent educational opportunities, a broad array of support services, and a student-friendly atmosphere. Since 1967, Southwest Tech has worked to be Southwest Wisconsin's premier provider of occupational education and training. The Fennimore campus offers 40 full-time occupational programs as well as a host of adult basic education, continuing education, distance learning, and technical services. The college offers Agricultural Programs, Business Programs, General Education, Health Occupations, Individual Technical Studies, Industrial Occupations, Public Safety Programs and Courses and Service Industry Programs and Courses. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southwest Wisconsin Technical College cost?

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,076 for In-State students and $5,996 for Out-State students.

What schools are Southwest Wisconsin Technical College often compared to?

Southwest Wisconsin Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Western Technical College - La Crosse by visitors of our site.

What is Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's ranking?

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2023)

Enrollment: 2,581 students
In-state tuition: $4,076
Out-state tuition: $5,996
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 5%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Wisconsin public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,173 per year for in-state students and $6,317 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 0.42, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Wisconsin is Milwaukee Area Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.