Blackhawk Technical College
About Blackhawk Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Blackhawk Technical College teaches in Janesville, in southern Wisconsin, and trains most of its students directly for work. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1911
Location
Janesville, Wisconsin
Students
2,488
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,267
Out-of-state: $6,061
Avg Net Price
$9,330
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,620
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
33.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
60%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$13.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 33.8% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,267
In-State
$6,061
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,464
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,522
After Financial Aid
$9,330
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,287
Receive Grants
36.4%
Take Loans
23.3%
Tuition is $4,267/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,330.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Blackhawk Technical College fund their education.
While in School
36.4%
Get Grants
Free money
23.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,284
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,550
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,550, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Blackhawk Technical College.
Gender
63.6%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,488
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50.8%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
46.3%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 50.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,488
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Blackhawk Technical College fields 3 varsity teams with 36 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
36
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
18
Men
18
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Blackhawk Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,620
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
34 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
28 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$40K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$38K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
—
13 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.