Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 48.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $44,925
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $7,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 47.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $80/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Certificate | $59,169 | $9,500 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $56,415 | |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $53,697 | $7,228 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $51,975 | $8,000 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $44,091 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $43,575 | $9,499 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $42,750 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $38,721 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $36,793 | $3,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $35,416 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $33,993 | $8,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $33,993 | $8,950 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $33,518 | $10,250 |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Associate | $33,281 |
Outcomes Overview
Northcentral Technical College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $7,500 creates monthly payments of just $80, which represents only 2.1% of typical graduate earnings of $44,925 per year. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.17 is far below the concerning 1.0 threshold that financial experts warn against. The college's focus on trades and technical skills shows in its 96% employment rate, well above the national average for two-year programs. Graduates typically work in manufacturing, healthcare support, and skilled trades where Wisconsin's economy offers steady opportunities. With low debt, strong employment prospects, and earnings that quickly outpace educational costs, this represents a strong return on investment.