Nicolet Area Technical College
About Nicolet Area Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Nicolet College teaches in Rhinelander, in the northwoods and lake country of Wisconsin. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Students
663
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,793
Out-of-state: $7,066
Avg Net Price
$8,255
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,643
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
43.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61.8%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
51.4%
$/Student
$21.3K
Class Size
Small
The 43.8% graduation rate is below average, but 61.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,793
In-State
$7,066
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,466
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,072
After Financial Aid
$8,255
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,066
Receive Grants
31.6%
Take Loans
18%
Tuition is $4,793/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,255.
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 Nicolet Area Technical College fund their education.
While in School
31.6%
Get Grants
Free money
18%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,803
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,837
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$83/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,837, 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 Nicolet Area Technical College.
Gender
66.5%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
663
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
32.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% of the student body. 46.8% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
663
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Trimester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Nicolet Area Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,643
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
70 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$52K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
—
10 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
—
7 grads
Accounting and Related Services
—
7 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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