Western Technical College

Type	2 year, Public
Campus locale	City: Small
Degrees offered	Undergraduate
Calendar system	Trimester

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	184
Student to faculty ratio	9 to 1
Students retention rate	48%
On-time graduation rate	43%

Located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Western 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 Western 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.

Western 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 9-to-1, Western Technical College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Western Technical College is reported to be 43%, 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 retention rate of students at Western Technical College is 48% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Wisconsin is 74%, while the national average is 61%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Western Technical College do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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In-State Tuition & Fees

$4,572

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

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

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$6,687

Cost of attendance at Western 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, 69 of freshman students at Western Technical College received on average $4,868 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.

$4,868

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	234	46%	$4,222	$987,945
Other Federal Grant	275	54%	$4,488	$1,234,070
State Grant/Scholarships	201	40%	$1,159	$233,052
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	145	29%	$1,498	$217,168
Total Grant & Scholarships	346	69%	$4,868	$1,684,290

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Western 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 Western Technical College students is 43.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 44.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 42.0%.

43.1%

asian 53.8% 14 students
African American 26.7% 4 students
white 43.3% 215 students
unknown 57.1% 8 students
hispanic 43.2% 16 students
Mixed Race 30.0% 6 students

Athletic Associations

National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)

Service Offerings

Western 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

Western 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
Credit for military training

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