C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Fennimore, Wisconsin 53809
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Quick Stats

2,717
Total Enrollment
54%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,617
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

29% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 791 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$216,357
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1-Year Change
+9.4%
For parents & investors

The Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $216,357
  • Avg rent near campus: $873/mo — vs ~$612/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53805 (3.3% cap, Boscobel)

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🏆 Where Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Ranks

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

#13
Lineworker
of 38 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,386 $6,579
Room $5,512
Total Cost (On-Campus) $21,323 $23,516

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
36%
Take Out Loans
$10,617
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,569
$30,001 - $48,000$7,745
$48,001 - $75,000$10,682
$75,001 - $110,000$14,133
$110,001+$14,277

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 198 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 41 grads/yr Lineworker 39 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 25 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 24 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 22 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 20 grads/yr Driver and Safety Teacher Education 19 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 19 grads/yr Direct Entry Midwifery 18 grads/yr Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 16 grads/yr Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist 16 grads/yr Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production 15 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 15 grads/yr Building/Property Maintenance 13 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 11 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 11 grads/yr Mason/Masonry 10 grads/yr Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 10 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Electrical power-line installers and repairers
$93k/yr 127,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of mechanics, installers, and repairers
$78k/yr 617,500 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

2,717
Total Students
57%
Women
35%
Traditional Age (18-24)
29%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 85%
Hispanic 3%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 20%
Off-Campus (Renters) 29%
With Family 51%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~791 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 65%
Hybrid (Some Online) 14%
Fully Online 21%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 35%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southwest Wisconsin 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 Southwest Wisconsin Technical College?
Tuition at Southwest Wisconsin 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 $10,617.
What is the graduation rate at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College?
The graduation rate at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is 54%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Southwest Wisconsin Technical College a good school?
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (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 (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Southwest Wisconsin Technical College?
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College has a total enrollment of 2,717 students.
Is there rental demand near Southwest Wisconsin Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 29% of students at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 791 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fennimore area.

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