Western Technical College
School Highlights
Western Technical College serves 4,165 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 30%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 4,165 students
- In-state tuition: $3,989
- Out-state tuition: $5,822
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Western Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 633 teachers has grown by 51% over five years.
Western Technical College
(WI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
633 staff
417 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Western Technical College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Western Technical College diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,165 students
2,935 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
1,823 students
890 students
# Part-Time Students
2,342 students
2,045 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
200 students
187 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
4%
4%
% Hispanic
5%
9%
% Black
3%
9%
% White
80%
70%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
4%
Diversity Score
0.35
0.49
College Completion Rate
40%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$33,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,989 is less than the state average of $4,173. The in-state tuition has grown by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,822 is less than the state average of $6,317. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,989
$4,173
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,822
$6,317
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
74%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,361
$11,361
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
44%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The essential experience is what you get at Western. You don't just sit at a desk and learn. You get out of your chair and actually do it. Interactive classes and internships get you the skills you need when you graduate. Classes are rarely boring. And they can get you into the work world fast; most programs can be completed in two years or less.
- So how can you get those skills? From our highly-trained faculty. They've actually worked in their areas of expertise and can bring you real-life experience and knowledge. The skills you learn now will help you in your career later.
- So, how do we know you're getting the essential skills employers want? We ask them. Hundreds of local employers sit on advisory boards for every program we offer, telling us what kinds of skills work for their businesses. It's only one of the ways we stay current.
- While we know learning is important, we also know it doesn't just happen in the classroom. Student clubs, athletics, intramural sports, service learning activities, and residence halls, give you the true college experience.
- So when you are looking for the college that's right for you, consider Western. It's where you get the essential experience.
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