C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Chippewa Valley Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
C
47/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

8,198
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,766
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Chippewa Valley Technical College

70% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 5,706 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$358,870
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,084
1-Year Change
+4.6%
For parents & investors

The Chippewa Valley Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $358,870
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,084/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54720 (3.1% cap, Altoona)

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🏆 Where Chippewa Valley Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
of 8 schools
#13
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
of 24 schools
#16
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
of 100 schools
#16
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
of 100 schools
#17
Lineworker
of 38 schools
#18
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
of 100 schools
#19
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
of 100 schools
#21
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
of 100 schools
#21
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 100 schools
#27
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 81 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,386 $6,579

Financial Aid

69%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
$10,766
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,656
$30,001 - $48,000$10,020
$48,001 - $75,000$12,577
$75,001 - $110,000$15,465
$110,001+$15,979

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 352 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 320 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 197 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 184 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 168 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 116 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 98 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 82 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 74 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 70 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 65 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 48 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 39 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 35 grads/yr Lineworker 33 grads/yr Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General 33 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 33 grads/yr Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD 32 grads/yr Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 27 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 26 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Chippewa Valley Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

8,198
Total Students
54%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
70%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 4%
Black 2%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 70%
With Family 30%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,706 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Chippewa Valley Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Chippewa Valley Technical College?
Tuition at Chippewa Valley Technical College is $4,386 for in-state students and $6,579 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,766.
What is the graduation rate at Chippewa Valley Technical College?
The graduation rate at Chippewa Valley Technical College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Chippewa Valley Technical College a good school?
Chippewa Valley Technical College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Chippewa Valley Technical College?
Chippewa Valley Technical College has a total enrollment of 8,198 students.
Is there rental demand near Chippewa Valley Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 70% of students at Chippewa Valley Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 5,706 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Eau Claire area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology