Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Overview

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is a public, state school in a rural setting in Fennimore, Wisconsin. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College was founded in 1967 and the school now enrolls around 2,581 students per year, including 2,581 undergraduate students. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College ensures on-campus housing for up to 140 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 25% of students spend their weekends on campus.

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2022 Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	98%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$4,233
Out-of-State	$6,345

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Is Southwest Wisconsin Technical College a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how competitive a college is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a better sense of what Southwest Wisconsin Technical College offers and if the college seems like a good choice for you.

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Acceptance Rate 2022

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is not competitive to get into. Around 98% of applicants get into Southwest Wisconsin Technical College each year. Last year, 870 students applied to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College and 856 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. Retention measures how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

The average starting salary for recent Southwest Wisconsin Technical College grads is $38,000 a year. Average starting salaries vary by discipline, but the average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year.

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's endowment was valued at $3.7 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million. For each full-time student, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College spends about $12,840 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College.

Based on this information, does Southwest Wisconsin Technical College seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Southwest Wisconsin Technical College a good school for you?

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Where is Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Located?

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is located in the rural setting of Fennimore, Wisconsin, in the suburbs of Madison.

If you want to see Southwest Wisconsin Technical College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Highway 18 to Fennimore, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Dubuque Municipal.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Southwest Wisconsin Technical College and Fennimore are like without leaving home.

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