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Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State) : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Mid-State Technical College

Anchored near the Wisconsin River, Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids is known for hands-on learning that fits regional needs. Students dive into applied studies in healthcare, business, manufacturing, IT, public safety, and skilled trades. The campus delivers with well-equipped labs and simulation spaces, a library, tutoring and advising, and spots to collaborate or just catch your breath between classes.

The vibe is friendly and pragmatic, with recent grads alongside career changers who know why they're here. You'll find clubs, service projects, and intramurals, plus easy access to trails and riverfront parks. And career prep shows up through employer connections, work-based learning, and faculty with field experience. The community offers chances to volunteer, network, and land that first foot-in-the-door role, and the college often spotlights student work in campus showcases.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
500 32nd St N, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, 54494, USA
Website
mstc.edu
Unit ID
239220

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
HLC
Length of Study
Programs of 2 to less than 4 years (e.g. associate degree)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Certificate (≥2 yrs)
Associate's
Residency
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a distant town (10-35 miles from urbanized area)
Carnegie Classification
Associate's - High Career & Technical, Nontraditional
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$4,886
Tuition $4,262 + Fee $624
Out-of-State
$7,016
Tuition $6,392 + Fee $624
Student Profile
Total Students 2,918
Undergraduate 2,031
Graduate/Other 887
Male: 1,294 Female: 1,624
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 351
Full-time 215
Part-time 136
Full-time: 61.3% Part-time: 38.7%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State) offers 64 degree programs across 14 major academic fields, graduating approximately 1,205 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Health (10 programs, 418 graduates), Business (14 programs, 368 graduates), Construction (5 programs, 82 graduates), Security & Safety (5 programs, 78 graduates) and Mechanics (6 programs, 62 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Health (10 programs, 418 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Nursing and Patient Care Assistant 196
Residency
Other Award
51.3902
Emergency Medical Technology 76
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Residency
Other Award
51.0904
Registered Nursing 67
Associate's
51.3801
Medical Insurance Coding 20
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
51.0713
Medical Assistant 17
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
51.0801
Surgical Technology 16
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
51.0909
Phlebotomy Technician 11
Other Award
51.1009
Respiratory Care Therapy 6
Associate's
51.0908
Health Information Administration 5
Associate's
51.0706
Health and Wellness 4
Associate's
51.0001
Business (14 programs, 368 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Human Resources Management 72
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.1001
Entrepreneurship Studies 67
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.0701
Business Administration and Management 60
Associate's
52.0201
Project Management 58
Other Award
52.0211
Accounting and Bookkeeping Technology 34
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.0302
Digital Marketing 21
Associate's
Other Award
52.1404
Accounting 20
Associate's
52.0301
Sales and Marketing Operations 13
Other Award
52.1801
Customer Service Support and Call Center Operations 8
Other Award
52.0411
Business and Office Technology 5
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.0407
Administrative Assistant Science 4
Associate's
52.0401
Hospitality Management 4
Associate's
52.0901
Office Management and Supervision 1
Associate's
52.0204
Tourism and Travel Services Marketing 1
Other Award
52.1905
Construction (5 programs, 82 graduates)
Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Electrician 31
Other Award
46.0302
Construction Trades 28
Other Award
46.9999
Pipefitting and Sprinkler Fitting 13
Other Award
46.0502
Carpentry 6
Other Award
46.0201
Plumbing Technology 4
Other Award
46.0503
Security & Safety (5 programs, 78 graduates)
Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Criminal Justice and Police Science 44
Other Award
43.0107
CNC Machinist Technology 15
Associate's
43.0102
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies 14
Associate's
43.0104
Fire Science and Firefighting 4
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
43.0203
Fire Services Administration 1
Associate's
43.0202
Mechanics (6 programs, 62 graduates)
Automotive Technology, Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology 23
Other Award
47.0201
Automotive Mechanics Technology 16
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Certificate (≥2 yrs)
47.0604
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology 9
Associate's
Other Award
47.0303
Industrial Electronics Technology 6
Other Award
47.0105
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology 5
Certificate (≥2 yrs)
47.0302
Diesel Mechanics Technology 3
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
47.0605
Production (3 programs, 54 graduates)
Manufacturing Technology, Quality Control and Industrial Arts
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Welding Technology 35
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Residency
48.0508
Machine Tool Technology 18
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Other Award
48.0501
Metal Fabrication 1
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
48.0511
Personal Services (5 programs, 53 graduates)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Cosmetology 24
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0401
Nail Technology and Manicuring 16
Other Award
12.0410
Food Service and Dining Room Management 5
Other Award
12.0507
Barbering 4
Other Award
12.0402
Culinary Arts and Chef Training 4
Associate's
12.0503
Computer & IT (4 programs, 30 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Computer Programming 11
Associate's
11.0201
Computer Support Specialist 10
Associate's
Other Award
11.1006
Information Systems Security and Auditing 6
Associate's
11.1003
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 3
Associate's
11.0901
Liberal Arts (1 programs, 20 graduates)
Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Liberal Arts and Sciences 20
Associate's
24.0101
Eng. Technologies (4 programs, 16 graduates)
Applied Engineering Technologies and Technical Support
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Instrumentation Technology 7
Associate's
Other Award
15.0404
Civil Engineering Technology 5
Associate's
15.0201
Industrial Engineering Management 3
Associate's
15.1501
Energy Systems Technology 1
Associate's
15.1701

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$6,948
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$9,078
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$4,886
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$7,016
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$9,614 (off-campus)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$2,062
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$4,338 (off-campus)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$4,338
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

7%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$6,550
Avg. Loan
$3,637
Avg. Federal Loan
$3,537
Additional
Students with Any Grant
110
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
50
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
82
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$1,366
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

N/A
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
N/A
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$25,177 – $61,295
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$25,177 (25th %) $61,295 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $42,253
Median Salary After 6 Years
$39,007
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$42,253
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
50.0%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
68.5%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$8,000
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 39.8%
Middle 61.6%
High 69.6%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 60.3%
Independent 41.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State)

How much does it cost to attend Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State)?

The annual tuition at Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State) is $4,886 for in-state students and $7,016 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $6,948 for in-state students and $9,078 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $9,614 (off-campus) and books and supplies $2,062.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Mid-State Technical College offer?

Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State) offers 64 academic programs across 14 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Certificate (≥2 yrs), Associate's, Residency, Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (10 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (14 programs)
  • Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts (5 programs)
  • Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety (5 programs)
  • Automotive Technology, Equipment Repair and Maintenance (6 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Mid-State Technical College?

Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State) provides financial aid to 7% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $6,550 and average loans of $3,637.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $6,851
  • State/Local grants: $1,280
  • Institutional grants: $1,366
  • Federal loans: $3,537

The university supports 110 students with grants and 50 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Mid-State Technical College graduates?

Mid-State Technical College (Mid-State) graduates earn a median salary of $39,007 after 6 years and $42,253 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $25,177 (25th percentile) to $61,295 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $64,200 (90th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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