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Nicolet Area Technical College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Trimester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 8 to 1
Students retention rate 66%
On-time graduation rate 44%

Located in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, Nicolet Area Technical College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college follows a trimester-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into three terms. This system offers students the opportunity to progress at an accelerated pace, allowing for more intensive coursework and faster programs completion.

One of the notable aspects of Nicolet Area Technical College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Nicolet Area Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 8-to-1, Nicolet Area Technical College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Nicolet Area Technical College is reported to be 44%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Wisconsin state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 53% whereas the national average was 35%.

The student retention rate of 66% at Nicolet Area Technical College suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

In-State Tuition & Fees

$4,568

Cost of attendance at Nicolet Area Technical College in 2022 for students from Wisconsin.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Wisconsin's average $7,873
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$6,852

Cost of attendance at Nicolet Area Technical College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Wisconsin's average $15,679
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 51 of freshman students at Nicolet Area Technical College received on average $6,245 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,245
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 34 40% $4,948 $168,247
Other Federal Grant 40 47% $5,521 $220,844
State Grant/Scholarships 37 43% $1,427 $52,786
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 2 2% $570 $1,140
Total Grant & Scholarships 44 51% $6,245 $274,770

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Nicolet Area Technical College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Nicolet Area Technical College students is 44.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 40.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 48.1%.

44.3%

  • white 45.3% 43 students
  • Mixed Race 50.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

Nicolet Area Technical College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Nicolet Area Technical College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent
  • High school education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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