Northcentral Technical College
About Northcentral Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northcentral Technical College teaches in Wausau and across north-central Wisconsin. Nursing, social health services and business are its largest programs, and most of its degrees lead straight into work.
Founded
1912
Location
Wausau, Wisconsin
Students
3,257
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,889
Out-of-state: $7,132
Avg Net Price
$10,303
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,925
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
45.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.3%
Transfer Out
8%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$13.3K
Class Size
Medium
45.4% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,889
In-State
$7,132
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
$15,768
After Financial Aid
$10,303
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,216
Receive Grants
18.7%
Take Loans
13.9%
Tuition is $4,889/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,303.
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 Northcentral Technical College fund their education.
While in School
18.7%
Get Grants
Free money
13.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,075
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,500, 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 Northcentral Technical College.
Gender
60.1%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,257
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.9%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
27.4%
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. 47.9% 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
3,257
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Northcentral Technical College fields 1 varsity team with 20 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
1
Biggest: Other Sports
Student Athletes
20
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
100% / 0%
20
Men
0
Women
1
Men's Teams
0
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northcentral Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,925
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
70 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
$32K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$48K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
$48K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$54K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K 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.