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Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, also known as WITC, is a technical college located on the shores of Shell Lake, Wisconsin, United States. It was established in the year 1912. The college was originally known as the Industrial, Commercial, and Continuing Evening School. WITC operates campuses in New Richmond, Ashland, Superior, and Rice Lake. It also has two branches in Hayward and Ladysmith. WITC offers degrees, certificate programs, and technical diplomas in several areas of study. The College also offers online programs.
WITC has an active student life. It hosts a multitude of clubs and organizations including the Student Senate, Marketing Club, Early Childhood Association, Cosmetology Club, and Nursing Club.
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is located in Shell Lake, WI (a rural area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is an open-admission school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The full-time faculty at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school had 3,677 enrolled students in 2007. A large number of students at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College are 40 years old or older.
More complete details are provided below.
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
505 Pine Ridge Drive
Shell Lake, WI 54871-8727
General Phone: (715) 468-2815
http://www.witc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 974 | nursing assistant, EMT paramedic, registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Business And Management | 129 | accounting, operations management, marketing, finance, accounting technology, retail |
| Mechanics And Repair | 104 | automobile mechanics, communications install and repair, small engine mechanics, industrial mechanics, autobody repair, marine mechanic, computer repair |
| Production Trades | 66 | welding, machinist, machine shop assistant |
| Office And Administration | 61 | administrative assistant, office data entry |
| Therapy And Counseling | 44 | massage therapy |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 42 | hair styling |
| Construction Trades | 41 | building inspection and management, plumbing, masonry, carpentry |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 39 | agricultural machine tech, farm management, dairy production |
| Engineering Technician | 37 | architectural engineering tech, mechanical drafting, HVAC tech, computer systems tech |
| Medical Support And Technology | 30 | medical assistant |
| Education And Teaching | 30 | early childhood education |
| Medical Administration | 30 | medical secretary |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 29 | criminal justice and police, corrections |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 24 | computer networking, web design, systems analyst |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 16 | occupational therapist assistant |
| Liberal Arts | 6 | interdisciplinary studies |
| Family And Social Work | 2 | foodservice management |
Number of programs and degrees for Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 941 | 11 |
| Associate's degree | 385 | 21 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 299 | 14 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 79 | 5 |
In 2007, Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College had a total enrollment of 3,677 students (2,270 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 58 % |
| Part-Time | 61 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Shell Lake, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,890 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,245 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,056 |
Financial Aid:
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1182400)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 73 | 75 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $83,641 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $83,641 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 70 | $61,742 | 75 | $60,953 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 70 | $61,742 | 75 | $60,953 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology
Dairy Husbandry and Production
Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Retailing and Retail Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
Carpentry/Carpenter
Mason/Masonry
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
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
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Police Science
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (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
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