Southwest Tech Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $4,904
- Out-of-State Tuition: $7,147
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Southwest Tech:
- Total Enrollment: 2,849, including 617 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 43.1% men, 56.9% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 66%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 3%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 70%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 85 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 10 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
Southwest Tech Overview
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (Southwest Tech) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Fennimore, WI. It is classified as Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The Southwest Tech's tuition & fees is $4,904 for Wisconsin residents and $7,147 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 38% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,409.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,849 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is $4,904 for in-state students and $7,147 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $5,014 for Wisconsin residents and $7,309 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $4,904 | $7,147 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,014 | $7,309 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Southwest Tech
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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