- Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is a publicly supported comprehensive higher education institution committed to increasing the potential and productivity of the people in its district through the delivery of high-quality instruction and programs which are consistent with current and emerging educational and labor market needs. General Education is an integral part of MATC programs which provides the knowledge and conceptual abilities that college-educated adults must have to achieve in occupational skills training and to perform more effectively in the demanding, complex world in which they live.
School Highlights
Milwaukee Area Technical College serves 11,828 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 11,828 students
- In-state tuition: $4,282
- Out-state tuition: $6,171
- Acceptance Rate: 54%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Milwaukee Area Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,508 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Milwaukee Area Technical College
(WI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,508 staff
419 staff
Student Body
The student population of Milwaukee Area Technical College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Milwaukee Area Technical College diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,828 students
2,549 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
3,197 students
701 students
# Part-Time Students
8,631 students
1,848 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
891 students
293 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,197 students
701 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,631 students
2,390 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
148 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
4%
% Asian
29%
8%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
18%
9%
% White
4%
3%
% Hawaiian
37%
70%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.49
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1749%
0.4571%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2395%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,700
$34,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,282 is more than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,171 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,282
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,171
$6,373
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,953
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,481
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
54%
54%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- This four-block campus is located across the street from the Bradley Center. The Downtown Milwaukee Campus features degree, diploma and certificate programs for virtually every interest, and has hundreds of individual classes. Computer labs for doing your coursework and online classes are also available. The Downtown Milwaukee campus currently offers 47 associate degree programs, 27 diploma programs and 46 certificate programs. Community Enrichment Classes offered at Downtown Campus includes courses in American Sign Language 1, Business Organization and Management, Comprehensive Graphic Design, Environmental Science, French 1, Fundamental Photography, History of the Vietnam War Years, Introduction to Theater, Maintaining a Home Computer and Windows XP, Principles of Macroeconomics, Professional Baking and Weight Training/Aerobic Fitness 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Milwaukee Area Technical College cost?
Milwaukee Area Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,282 for In-State students and $6,171 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Milwaukee Area Technical College?
The acceptance rate of Milwaukee Area Technical College is 54%, which is equal to the state average of 54%.
What is Milwaukee Area Technical College's ranking?
Milwaukee Area Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Area Technical College located?
Milwaukee Area Technical College is located in the Westown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
School Calendar
View the Milwaukee Area Technical College yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of 16/12 week online classes
December 07, 2024 (Saturday)
Spring Break
April 11, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of 16/12 Week Online Classes
May 17, 2025 (Saturday)
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