Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC)

800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI

Waukesha County Technical College, located Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, was founded in 1912 and currently operates campuses in Waukesha and Pewaukee and serves over 800 students a year. WCTC is one of sixteen colleges that comprise the Wisconsin Technical College System, formed in 1911 through a law requiring any district that had more than 5000 residents requiring the establishment of a trade and vocational school. Wisconsin became the first state to create a publically funded vocational training system, and has maintained a dedication to providing work opportunities through education for its residents.

Waukesha County Technical College is primarily focused on providing students the technical and vocational skills and experience necessary to enter the workforce to work in a field related to their program of study. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate degree that demonstrates that the student has learned the essentials necessary to find entry level work. Programs are a mixture of hands on experience alongside more traditional classroom education, combining the two to prepare students for work by providing practical means to implement and test newly learned techniques and applications. Two year programs at technical community college typically reflect community needs, and as a result graduates should find employment opportunities available to them upon completion.

Some programs allow for the transfer of credits to the University of Wisconsin as the programs match in implementation and coursework. As a result, students of such programs are able to pursue and complete their bachelor's degree within the University of Wisconsin system.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Waukesha County Technical College is a public two year open enrollment institution that allows any student who meets the minimum requirements for admission to enroll once they have submitted an application for admission. Students must also supply transcripts from previous schools and test scores, as well as take a placement exam and participate in orientation. Additionally, it is recommended students meet with an academic advisor to determine program enrollment and curriculum. Registration takes place prior to the start of each semester and fees are typically due shortly thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used by the financial aid department to determine need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards. Due to federal regulations, students may be randomly chosen to provide additional financial information to the financial aid department in order to cross check the FAFSA and verify its accuracy. All aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each semester due to possible changes in a student's or their family's financial situation from year to year.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,700. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. 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	60%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	42%	$4,334
Receiving Student Loans	44%	$6,266

Admissions, Academics, & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Waukesha County Technical College may provide student services including:

Online classes
Remedial instructional courses
Career path counseling
Student employment
Assistance to find work
Day care for children

Graduation & Transfer Rates

Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for WCTC compared to community colleges in Wisconsin, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.

	WCTC	Waukesha County	Wisconsin
Graduation Rate	28.3%	-	34.6%
Transfer-out Rate	12.9%	-	15.8%

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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.