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Why Northcentral Technical College?

Graduates of Northcentral Technical College get the education and training that provides skills to be successful in today's competitive technical job market.

  • Small classes mean you get more individual attention from instructors.
  • Less debt as a result of technical college credits costing much less than four-year institutions, resulting in quicker financial freedom when you graduate.
  • Two years or less is the time it takes many of our graduates to receive their degree or diploma before entering their exciting, new career.
  • Smooth credit transfer to the University of Wisconsin System gives you the option of pursuing your bachelor's degree.
  • Two-thirds of the fastest growing occupations require technical education.
  • 94% of our graduates are employed within six months of graduation.
  • 79% of our graduates get jobs in a field that is directly related to their training.
  • 95% of our graduates are satisfied or very satisfied with their education from the technical college.

Top 10 Reasons to Attend NTC

  • Great-Paying Careers
    Salaries of new technical college graduates are up 30% from five years ago.
  • Strong Job Placement
    Only six months after graduation, 92% of Wisconsin Technical College graduates are employed; 79% in their field of study.
  • Affordable Tuition
    Wisconsin technical colleges have the lowest tuition among public post-secondary institutions. Convenient locations often eliminate the need for room and board, saving you thousands of dollars. The ability to receive your degree in less time also results in major cost savings.
  • More Career Choices Than Ever
    Wisconsin's technical colleges offer more than 300 programs from which to choose at 16 colleges.
  • Flexible Class Scheduling
    Class scheduling is very adaptable for students who have busy work schedules or family responsibilities. Many weekend, evening and Internet courses are available.
  • Instructors With Real-World Experience
    Helping students learn is our top priority, with college instructors bringing a wealth of "real-world" work experience to the classroom.
  • Hands-On Learning
    Students are provided with "real-world" environments and experiences to prepare themselves for their careers.
  • Smaller classes
    Smaller class sizes allow for more one-on-one interaction with instructors, and more personal attention for students.
  • Great people and social activities
    Meet friendly people and broaden your social horizons. Take part in lively classroom discussions, student activities, student clubs and organizations, and intercollegiate and intramural sports.
  • Credit transfer to four-year programs
    An agreement with the University of Wisconsin System allows the smooth transfer of credits from many technical college programs to four-year state universities in Wisconsin.

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