C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Waukesha County Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Pewaukee, Wisconsin 53072
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
C
54/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

7,757
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,214
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Waukesha County Technical College

54% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 4,204 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$553,236
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,115
1-Year Change
+7.1%
For parents & investors

The Waukesha County Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $553,236
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,115/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53045 (3.3% cap, Brookfield)

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🏆 Where Waukesha County Technical College Ranks

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

#4
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
of 29 schools
#4
Metal Fabricator
of 4 schools
#10
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
of 100 schools
#15
Dental Assisting/Assistant
of 100 schools
#23
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
of 100 schools
#30
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

38%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
15%
Take Out Loans
$10,214
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,866
$30,001 - $48,000$8,852
$48,001 - $75,000$9,612
$75,001 - $110,000$12,844
$110,001+$13,013

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 476 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 186 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 101 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 88 grads/yr Electrician 62 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 59 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 58 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 54 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 54 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 53 grads/yr Plumbing Technology/Plumber 49 grads/yr Metal Fabricator 47 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 40 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 39 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 38 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 36 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 32 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 31 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 31 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 27 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Career/technical education teachers, postsecondary
$61k/yr 122,200 jobs
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers
$57k/yr 2,235,100 jobs
Bus drivers, transit and intercity
$57k/yr 158,800 jobs
Bus drivers, school
$47k/yr 387,300 jobs

Student Demographics

7,757
Total Students
45%
Women
34%
Traditional Age (18-24)
54%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 12%
Black 5%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 54%
With Family 46%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~4,204 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 79%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 34%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Waukesha County 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 Waukesha County Technical College?
Tuition at Waukesha County 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 $10,214.
What is the graduation rate at Waukesha County Technical College?
The graduation rate at Waukesha County Technical College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Waukesha County Technical College a good school?
Waukesha County 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 (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Waukesha County Technical College?
Waukesha County Technical College has a total enrollment of 7,757 students.
Is there rental demand near Waukesha County Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 54% of students at Waukesha County Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 4,204 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pewaukee area.

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