Western Technical College
About Western Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Western Technical College teaches in La Crosse, on the Mississippi in western Wisconsin, and keeps dormitories. Nursing, business and social health services are its largest programs.
Founded
1912
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Students
3,183
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,820
Out-of-state: $7,078
Avg Net Price
$11,008
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,303
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
Below Average
34.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
44.7%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46.3%
$/Student
$18.3K
Class Size
Small
The 34.1% 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
$4,820
In-State
$7,078
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,374
Books & Supplies
$1,464
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,078
After Financial Aid
$11,008
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,483
Receive Grants
32.2%
Take Loans
33.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,078/yr, including $8,374 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,008.
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 Western Technical College fund their education.
While in School
32.2%
Get Grants
Free money
33.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,889
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$122/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,500, 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 Western Technical College.
Gender
53.8%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,183
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
38.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
34.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 38.9% 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
3,183
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
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Western Technical College fields 3 varsity teams with 48 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
48
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
29
Men
19
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 Western Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,303
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
87 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
$25K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$23K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$60K
27 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$45K
25 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.