Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 51.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $43,406
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 7:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 59.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $87/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Certificate | $57,318 | $8,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $50,930 | $9,167 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $38,313 | $9,434 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $34,603 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $31,423 | $5,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $30,228 | $5,500 |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $30,228 | $13,667 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $29,685 | $11,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $27,874 | $10,003 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $27,343 | $8,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $20,824 | $11,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Certificate | $17,859 | $5,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Northwood Technical College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $8,250, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 19% based on their $43,406 median income after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $87 represent only 2.4% of typical graduate income. The college's 95.6% employment rate reflects strong demand for skilled technicians in manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive repair throughout Wisconsin's rural communities. Nearly 89% of students stay in-state, filling critical gaps in local industries. With graduates earning $37,758 in their first year and seeing steady income growth, the low debt burden makes this a strong return on investment for hands-on technical careers.