
Established in 1912, the Fox Valley Technical College has a humble beginning as a city vocational school that serves the cities of Appleton, Kaukauna, Menasha and Oshkosh in Wisconsin. It was only in 1972 when the first FVTC campus was opened in Bluemound Drive in Grand Chute. Currently, there are more than 200 hundred courses offered in FVTC from agriculture, aviation, business, information technology, healthcare, electronics, human services, manufacturing and public safety. Aside from teaching college students, FVTC is also active in providing refresher training courses to local employers in Wisconsin.
While the courses offered in FVTC are enough to draw in a lot of students, it is perhaps the tuition fee of the school that makes it appealing to students. For this Academic Year (2013), Wisconsin residents are required to pay only $138 per credit while out-of-state pay $199 per credit. However, additional costs are still not included such as student insurance, books and application fees.
With its more than a hundred years of service, the Fox Valley Technical College does not falter in providing high quality education as well as training to students and skilled workforce in the local market scene.
Lastly, those who want to transfer to another university to take a four-year course can easily transfer to any of the following schools below as long as the student has met the general transfer requirements:
- Bellevue University
- Cardinal Stritch University
- Herzing University
- Northern Michigan University
- UW-Green Bay
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,100. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $30 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $3,900-$4,600
- Out-of-State: $5,800-$6,934
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $130-$150 per unit
- Out-of-State: $190-$230 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 68% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 49% | $4,639 |
Receiving Student Loans | 49% | $4,962 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Fox Valley Technical College may offer student services including:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1977)
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1977)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1980)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Wisconsin
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
- Accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (since 1972)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Fox Valley Technical College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agronomy and Crop Science (C)
- Agricultural Supplies, Retailing and Wholesaling (A)
- Agricultural Business (C)
- Dairy Husbandry and Production (C)
- Agricultural Machine Technology (C)
- Farm and Ranch Management (C)
- Horticulture (C)
- Agricultural Production Operations (C)
- Agricultural Mechanization (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A)
- Accounting (A)
- Advertising and Marketing (A)
- Bookkeeping (C)
- Human Resources (A)
- Office Management and Supervision (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (A)
- Meeting and Event Planning (A)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (A)
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services (C)
- Banking and Financial Services (A)
Communication Technology
- Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator Production (C)
- Printing Press Operator (C)
- Graphic Communications (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Networking (A)
- Computer Support Specialist (A, C)
- Computer Programming (A)
- Web Management and Webmaster (A)
Construction Trades
- Electrician (C)
- Carpentry (C)
- Construction Site Management (A)
Education
Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting cad (A, C)
- Automation Engineer Technician (A)
- Electromechanical Engineering and Technology (A)
- Industrial Safety Technology (A)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A)
- Energy Management (A)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (A)
- Computer Engineering (A)
- Electromechanical Technology
English Language and Literature
- Technical and Business Writing (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Nursing (A)
- Medical Insurance Coding (C)
- Medical Assistant (C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) (A)
- Medical Office Computer Specialist (C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (A)
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling (A)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Medical Office Management
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Diesel Mechanic (A, C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Aircraft Mechanic (C)
- Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology (C)
- Avionics Maintenance Technology (A)
- Auto Body (A, C)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A)
- Food Preparation and Professional Cooking (C)
Precision Production
- Metal Fabricator (C)
- Welding (A, C)
- Machine Shop Technology (C)
- Cabinetmaking and Millwork (C)
Science Technology
- Biology Technician, Biotechnology Laboratory Technician (A, C)
- Science Technologies (C)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A, C)
- Fire Science (A)
- Forensic Science (A)
- Homeland Security (A)
- Forest Firefighting and Investigation
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Bus and Truck Driver (C)
- Commercial Airline Pilot (A, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Interior Design (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Fox Valley Technical College.
- Northeast Wisconsin Technical College in Green Bay, WI (24 miles away)
- Moraine Park Technical College in Fond du Lac, WI (34 miles away)
- Lakeshore Technical College in Cleveland, WI (43 miles away)
- Mid - State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids, WI (66 miles away)
- Northcentral Technical College in Wausau, WI (76 miles away)