C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Milwaukee Area Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
B+
77/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

13,190
Total Enrollment
25%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,047
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Milwaukee Area Technical College

39% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 5,091 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$187,689
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,101
1-Year Change
+7.0%
For parents & investors

The Milwaukee Area Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $187,689
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,101/mo — vs ~$812/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53206 (8.2% cap, Milwaukee)

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🏆 Where Milwaukee Area Technical College Ranks

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

🥇
Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter
of 3 schools
🥈
Medical Reception/Receptionist
of 7 schools
#5
Computer Support Specialist
of 50 schools
#14
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
of 100 schools
#27
Electrician
of 100 schools
#30
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
of 100 schools
#30
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,386 $6,579
Room $7,308
Total Cost (On-Campus) $21,917 $24,110

Financial Aid

80%
Receive Any Aid
59%
Receive Pell Grants
31%
Take Out Loans
$9,047
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,129
$30,001 - $48,000$8,484
$48,001 - $75,000$10,820
$75,001 - $110,000$15,033
$110,001+$16,973

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 262 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 233 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 233 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 144 grads/yr Real Estate 127 grads/yr Medical Reception/Receptionist 106 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 105 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 101 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 98 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 80 grads/yr Electrician 78 grads/yr Accounting 78 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 61 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 59 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 51 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 50 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 48 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 41 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 40 grads/yr Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter 40 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Milwaukee Area Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
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

Student Demographics

13,190
Total Students
60%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)
39%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 34%
Hispanic 20%
Black 30%
Asian 6%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 13%
Off-Campus (Renters) 39%
With Family 49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,091 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 49%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Milwaukee Area 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 Milwaukee Area Technical College?
Tuition at Milwaukee Area 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 $9,047.
What is the graduation rate at Milwaukee Area Technical College?
The graduation rate at Milwaukee Area Technical College is 25%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Milwaukee Area Technical College a good school?
Milwaukee Area Technical College has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Milwaukee Area Technical College?
Milwaukee Area Technical College has a total enrollment of 13,190 students.
Is there rental demand near Milwaukee Area Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 39% of students at Milwaukee Area Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 5,091 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Milwaukee area.

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