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Western Technical College, formerly known as Western Wisconsin Technical College, was founded in 1912, and is situated in La Crosse, Wisconsin. It is a part of the Wisconsin Technical College System. After several name and status changes, it was named Western Wisconsin Technical College in 1987.
The college has an enrollment of more than 6,000 program students, and over 12,000 continuing education students. Programs of study at WWTC include various technical diplomas, certificates and Associate of Applied Science degrees. The college has extended campuses in:
- Black River Falls
- Independence
- Mauston
- Sparta, Wisconsin
- Tomah
- Viroqua
WWTC has an active student life, and offers more than 30 clubs and organizations for the overall development of the students. The sports teams of the college are nicknamed the Cavaliers.
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Campus Location304 6th. St. North
La Crosse, WI 54602-0908
USA
Main Tel: (608) 785-9200
Web Site The campus is in a small city. |
Western Technical College HighlightsWhere Western Technical College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in nursing and emergency medicine.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| < 1 year certificate | 594 | 7 | | Associate | 490 | 41 | | 1-2 year certificate | 209 | 13 | | 2-4 year degree | 50 | 10 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Western Technical College was 4,564 in 2007 (2,808 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 0% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 2,998 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,353 | | Room | $ 2,490 | | Board | $ 855 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,050 | | Other | $ 2,586 |
Financial Aid: Western Technical College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 209 |
Housing and MealsWestern Technical College provides on-campus housing for 99 of its 2,808 (full-time) students (as of 2007).
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT (38 awarded) - Agricultural Business and Management
- Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (118 awarded) - Accounting
- Finance
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (24 awarded) - Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (32 awarded) - Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection
- Electrician
- Mason/Masonry
- Metal Building Assembly/Assembler
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (7 awarded) - Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
- Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
DESIGN (33 awarded) - Design and Visual Communications
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (26 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING (7 awarded) - Architectural Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (32 awarded) - Biomedical 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
LAW (7 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (7 awarded) - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Technical and Business Writing
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (59 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA (2 awarded) - Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (10 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (132 awarded) - Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
- 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
MEDICINE (8 awarded) NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (653 awarded) - 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 (9 awarded) - Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (21 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES (33 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Tool and Die Technology/Technician
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (51 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (34 awarded) - Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
- Physical Therapist Assistant
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