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Western Wisconsin Technical College, now known as Western Technical College, was founded in 1912. Its current name was given on March 29, 2006. It is a state technical college offering enrollment to more than 6,000 program students and over 12,000 continuing education students every semester. Apart from its main campus in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Western Technical College also offers classes in:
The college offers associates degrees in applied science as well as technical diplomas and certificate programs in various fields of study.
The athletics teams of Western Technical College are known as the Cavaliers. The school’s colors are blue and gold, and the teams compete in basketball and volleyball.
Western Technical College is located in a small city, in La Crosse, WI. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Western Technical College top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at the school often study nursing and emergency medicine.
Western Technical College maintains an open-admission policy.
Students at the school benefit from the low student/teacher ratio.
Western Technical College offers classes to 4,564 students (3,220 full-time equivalent).
Many students live in housing on or near campus. Western Technical College does offer meal plans to students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Western Technical College is committed to excellence in learning, continuous improvement, student success, employer satisfaction and community partnerships."
More complete details are provided below.
Western Technical College Wisconsin
400 Seventh St. North
La Crosse, WI 54602-0908
General Phone: (608) 785-9200
http://www.westerntc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 638 | nursing assistant, registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 137 | medical assistant, radiation therapist, surgical tech, dental assistant, respiratory care tech, medical staff tech, dental hygienist, medical lab tech, ... |
| Business and Management | 137 | accounting, operations management, marketing, human resources, finance, accounting technology |
| Design | 56 | graphic design, interior design, design and visual communication |
| Mechanics and Repair | 54 | heavy equipment maintenance, automobile mechanics, industrial mechanics, HVAC, electrical installation and repair |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 50 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and administration, fire protection tech |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 36 | computer networking, computer support, computer programming, systems analyst |
| Therapy and Counseling | 33 | physical therapist assistant, massage therapy |
| Production Trades | 30 | welding, machine shop assistant, machinist, tool and die tech |
| Engineering Technician | 26 | architectural engineering tech, HVAC tech, biomedical tech, electromechanical tech, mechanical drafting, electronics tech, computer engineering tech |
| Construction Trades | 22 | building inspection and management, plumbing, masonry, metal building assembler, electrician |
| Office and Administration | 21 | general office occupations, administrative assistant |
| Medical Administration | 17 | medical records tech |
| Education and Teaching | 16 | early childhood education, teacher aide |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 10 | agricultural technology, farm management |
| Medicine | 10 | public health courses |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 9 | food prep and kitchen assistant, restaurant and catering management |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 6 | occupational therapist assistant |
| Law | 4 | legal assistant |
| Liberal Arts | 0 | technical and business writing, interdisciplinary studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Western Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 535 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 513 | 41 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 226 | 16 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 38 | 10 |
In 2007-2008, Western Technical College had a total enrollment of 4,564 students (3,220 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 90% |
| Minnesota | 10% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 60 % |
Western Technical College offers campus housing for 100 of its 3,220 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of La Crosse, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 8 meals per week.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,159 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,075 |
| Room and board | $ 5,895 |
| Room charge | $ 2,566 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,710 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,148 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,803 |
Financial Aid:
Western Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 384000)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 88 | $59,227 | 120 | $58,076 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 88 | $59,227 | 120 | $58,076 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business Technology
Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
Electrician
Mason/Masonry
Metal Building Assembly/Assembler
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Graphic Design
Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Biomedical Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
LIBERAL ARTS
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Technical and Business Writing
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Tech/Tech
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical Staff Services Technology/Technician
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Tool and Die Technology/Technician
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Physical Therapist Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Western Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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