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1800 Bronson Blvd
Fennimore, WI 53809
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Tel: (608) 822-3262
- Southwest Wisconsin Technical College provides individualized lifelong learning opportunities that focus on students and communities. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College will be a leader in learning-centered education. outhwest Tech is a comprehensive technical college standing ready to offer you excellent educational opportunities, a broad array of support services, and a student-friendly atmosphere. Southwest Tech can prepare you with the skills necessary to succeed now and in the future.
School Highlights
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College serves 2,581 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 25%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 2,581 students
- In-state tuition: $4,076
- Out-state tuition: $5,996
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 5%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
Highest completion rates
Debt For Students
Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
The teacher population of 217 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southwest Wisconsin 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 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
217 staff
419 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College diversity score of 0.10 is less than the state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has declined by 51% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,581 students
2,830 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
675 students
924 students
# Part-Time Students
1,906 students
1,906 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
141 students
293 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
675 students
924 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,906 students
1,892 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
148 students
148 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
n/a
4%
% Hispanic
1%
8%
% Black
1%
7%
% White
95%
75%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.10
0.42
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
55%
47%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$34,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,076 is less than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,996 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,076
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,996
$6,373
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
78%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,118
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,164
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Southwest Wisconsin Vocational-Technical Institute District,comprising the five counties of southwestern Wisconsin, becameoperational on July 1, 1967, pursuant to Chapter 292, Laws ofWisconsin of 1965. The development process that resulted in what wenow call Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (Southwest Tech)began immediately with the selection of initial programs,establishment of advisory committees, and recruitment of staffmembers. Farm Training was the first college program and beganfunctioning in Fall 1967. During the 1968-69 fiscal year, collegeleadership initiated a comprehensive building plan. This led to thedevelopment of the present campus facilities located in Fennimore,Wisconsin, the center of the Southwest Tech District. Located amongthe beautiful hills and valleys of southwestern Wisconsin,Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, or Southwest Tech, is acomprehensive technical school of higher learning that stands readyto offer you excellent educational opportunities, a broad array ofsupport services, and a student-friendly atmosphere. Since 1967,Southwest Tech has worked to be Southwest Wisconsin's premierprovider of occupational education and training. The Fennimorecampus offers 40 full-time occupational programs as well as a hostof adult basic education, continuing education, distance learning,and technical services. The college offers Agricultural Programs,Business Programs, General Education, Health Occupations,Individual Technical Studies, Industrial Occupations, Public SafetyPrograms and Courses and Service Industry Programs and Courses.Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is accredited by the HigherLearning Commission of the North Central Association of Collegesand Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwest Wisconsin Technical College cost?
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,076 for In-State students and $5,996 for Out-State students.
What schools are Southwest Wisconsin Technical College often compared to?
Southwest Wisconsin Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Western Technical College - La Crosse by visitors of our site.
What is Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's ranking?
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Flex (62.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Flex
Public
2200 E Kenwood Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53201
(877) 895-3276
62.8 miles
| 590 students
Northeast Iowa Community College
Public
1625 Hwy 150
Calmar, IA 52132
(844) 642-2338
63.2 miles
| 4,162 students
Western Technical College - La Crosse
Public
400 Seventh St. North
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-9200
65.5 miles
| 4,240 students
Madison Area Technical College
Public
1701 Wright Street
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 246-6100
66.8 miles
| 13,057 students
Herzing University - Madison
Private, non-profit
5218 E. Terrace Dr.
Madison, WI 53718
(800) 582-1227
68.8 miles
| 2,392 students
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 2,581 students
- In-state tuition: $4,076
- Out-state tuition: $5,996
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 5%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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Did You Know?
For Wisconsin public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,194 per year for in-state students and $6,373 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,728 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
Wisconsin community colleges have a diversity score of 0.42, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Wisconsin is Milwaukee Area Technical College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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