- Northcentral Technical College, Wausau, WI, builds a competitive workforce in a global society by inspiring, connecting and strengthening its customers as they pursue lifelong learning.
School Highlights
Northcentral Technical College serves 6,084 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American and Black), which is more than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 6,084 students
- In-state tuition: $4,148
- Out-state tuition: $6,036
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Northcentral Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 417 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Northcentral 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
417 staff
419 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Northcentral Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Northcentral Technical College diversity score of 0.34 is less than the state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has grown by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,084 students
2,549 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
1,124 students
701 students
# Part-Time Students
4,960 students
1,848 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
293 students
293 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,124 students
701 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,960 students
2,390 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
187 students
148 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
4%
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
4%
9%
% White
2%
3%
% Hawaiian
81%
70%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.34
0.49
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2793%
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)
$36,700
$34,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,148 is less than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has grown by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,036 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has grown by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,148
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,036
$6,373
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,994
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
88%
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
- For more than 90 years, NTC has been a vital educational component for the citizens of North Central Wisconsin. Started in 1912 in a small, two-story building called the Wausau Industrial School, NTC effectively connects its learners with the business community by giving them the skills they need to achieve success on their lifelong learning journey. Students may choose from over 40 degrees offering training in some of the fastest growing careers. In addition, NTC offers customized training, technical assistance, testing and evaluation processes and consulting services to its business and industry partners. Northcentral's expansive 10-county district has campuses in Wausau, Antigo, Merrill (Health & Public Safety Training facility), Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg. NTC's campuses in Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg offer credit courses in several associate degree and diploma programs through self-paced "Flex Labs," interactive television, and conventional classroom settings. NTC's campuses in Wausau, Antigo, Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg offer counseling and career development services, as well as a wide variety of continuing education and vocational classes. NTC offers 26 Associate Degrees, 9 Technical Diplomas, 11 programs offering completion in less than one year, 14 Apprenticeship programs and 34 Certificate programs. Northcentral Technical College is accredited by the North Central Association – Higher Learning Commission, American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT) and National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northcentral Technical College cost?
Northcentral Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,148 for In-State students and $6,036 for Out-State students.
What schools are Northcentral Technical College often compared to?
Northcentral Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Valley Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is Northcentral Technical College's ranking?
Northcentral Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Average community college minority breakdown and Least debt for graduating students.
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