Chippewa Valley Technical College
About Chippewa Valley Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Chippewa Valley Technical College teaches in Eau Claire and across west-central Wisconsin. Nursing, business and computer programming are its largest programs, and most of its degrees lead straight into work.
Founded
1912
Location
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Students
4,272
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
50%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,844
Out-of-state: $7,087
Avg Net Price
$12,285
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,297
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
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
50% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72%
Transfer Out
9%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.8%
$/Student
$11.1K
Class Size
Medium
While 50% finish in 4 years, 72% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,844
In-State
$7,087
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,465
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,986
After Financial Aid
$12,285
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,483
Receive Grants
17.4%
Take Loans
16.6%
Tuition is $4,844/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,285.
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 Chippewa Valley Technical College fund their education.
While in School
17.4%
Get Grants
Free money
16.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$33,827
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,432
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$121/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,432, 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 Chippewa Valley Technical College.
Gender
61.9%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,272
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
22.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 39.2% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
4,272
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Chippewa Valley Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,297
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
165 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
96 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Programming
$45K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
34 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$38K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
$47K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $44K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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