Madison Area Technical College
About Madison Area Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Madison College has taught in the Wisconsin capital since 1912 and teaches both trades and a transfer track into the University of Wisconsin. Nursing and design are among its largest programs.
Founded
1912
Location
Madison, Wisconsin
Students
10,104
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,977
Out-of-state: $7,255
Avg Net Price
$14,238
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,413
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
28.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
17.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.3%
$/Student
$20.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 28.9% 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
$4,977
In-State
$7,255
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
$19,434
After Financial Aid
$14,238
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,920
Receive Grants
20%
Take Loans
15.5%
Tuition is $4,977/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $14,238.
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 Madison Area Technical College fund their education.
While in School
20%
Get Grants
Free money
15.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,113
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,060
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$149/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,060, 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 Madison Area Technical College.
Gender
57%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,073
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
31
Graduates
40.5%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
29.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 40.5% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
10,073
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Madison Area Technical College fields 6 varsity teams with 150 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
150
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
76
Men
74
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Madison Area Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,413
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
386 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
145 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$31K
72 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
58 grads
1yr Earnings
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
$35K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$63K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $45K 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.