C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Northwood Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Rice Lake, Wisconsin 54868
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
B
68/100
Resources
B+
77/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Quick Stats

2,668
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,654
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northwood Technical College

52% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,374 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$283,457
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,050
1-Year Change
+6.7%
For parents & investors

The Northwood Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $283,457
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,050/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54812 (3.0% cap, Barron)

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🏆 Where Northwood Technical College Ranks

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

🥉
Teacher Assistant/Aide
of 26 schools
🥉
Gerontology
of 6 schools
#7
Welding Technology/Welder
of 100 schools
#12
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
of 40 schools
#14
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
of 100 schools
#15
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
of 100 schools
#15
Network and System Administration/Administrator
of 45 schools
#15
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
of 60 schools
#19
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
of 100 schools
#21
Carpentry/Carpenter
of 52 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,524 $6,583

Financial Aid

74%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
32%
Take Out Loans
$8,654
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,525
$30,001 - $48,000$7,397
$48,001 - $75,000$10,284
$75,001 - $110,000$13,558
$110,001+$13,166

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Welding Technology/Welder 420 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 320 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 104 grads/yr Teacher Assistant/Aide 96 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 64 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 61 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 56 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 45 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 44 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 38 grads/yr Gerontology 37 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 36 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 34 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 33 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 33 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 30 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 30 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 30 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician 29 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 27 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Brokerage clerks
$63k/yr 40,800 jobs
Payroll and timekeeping clerks
$55k/yr 161,100 jobs
Statistical assistants
$51k/yr 6,500 jobs
Tax preparers
$51k/yr 90,600 jobs
Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks
$49k/yr 1,613,400 jobs

Student Demographics

2,668
Total Students
60%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)
52%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 85%
Hispanic 4%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 52%
With Family 49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,374 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 44%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwood 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 Northwood Technical College?
Tuition at Northwood Technical College is $4,524 for in-state students and $6,583 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,654.
What is the graduation rate at Northwood Technical College?
The graduation rate at Northwood Technical College is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Northwood Technical College a good school?
Northwood Technical College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (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 (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northwood Technical College?
Northwood Technical College has a total enrollment of 2,668 students.
Is there rental demand near Northwood Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 52% of students at Northwood Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,374 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Rice Lake area.

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