Tuition and Fees | Western Technical College

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Tuition

Western Technical College is known for making a relevant, high quality education affordable for students on all career pathways—those transferring to a four-year program and those pursuing diplomas, associate, and technical degrees.

Tuition is calculated per semester credit and varies depending on the program. Fees support a variety of services that enhance student life, from supplies associated with various learning experiences to student programs such as the Wellness Center and primary health care services available on campus.

The Cashier’s Office processes your tuition and fee payments and maintains your account at Western.

Tuition Options

Watch this video to learn about a number of tuition options available for students.

Associate Degree and Technical Diploma

Program Fee: $146.20 per credit

Material Fee varies depending upon course

Student Activity Fee: $8.18 per credit

Health Science Center Fee: $2.04 per credit

Security Fee: $3.66 per credit

Graduation Fee: $.45 per credit

*Fees are subject to change per the State Board office.

Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Transfer Degrees

Program Fee: $188.90 per credit

Material Fee varies depending upon course

Student Activity Fee: $10.58 per credit

Health Science Center Fee: $2.64 per credit

Security Fee: $4.72 per credit

Graduation Fee: $.45 per credit

*Fees are subject to change per the State Board office.

Certificates

Tuition for certificate programs can vary, depending on the courses. See the individual certificate program page for estimated tuition costs.

Nonresident Student Tuition

Nonresident students pay $219.30 (an additional $73.10) per credit for associate degree or technical diploma classes.

Nonresident students pay $283.35 (an additional $94.45) per credit for Associate of Arts and Associate of Science transfer degree classes. 

Forms

*Fees are subject to change per the State Board office.

Student Fee Details

Application Fee

A $30 application fee is required to process your application.

Online Course Fee

There is an additional $10 per credit fee for online or hybrid courses. This fee is suspended for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Student Activity Fee

Every student pays an activity fee calculated at 5.6 percent of program fees.* Each year, Western's student government determines the distribution of these fees, which are used to support student programs such as the Wellness Center, student government, athletics, professional organizations, and campus events.

Health Services Fees

Every student pays a fee calculated at 1.4 percent of program fees. This fee helps cover the cost of preventive health services at the Student Health Center.

Security Fees

Every student pays a fee calculated at 2.5 percent of program fees. This fee helps cover the cost of security services.

Graduation Fee

Every Student pays a graduation fee of $0.45 per credit. This fee helps cover the cost of graduation.

*Fees are subject to change per the State Board office.

Cost of Attendance

The estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimated budget that includes categories of expenses that a student can expect to incur while attending college.

Expenses include tuition/fees, room/board, books/supplies, transportation and personal expenses. 

Estimated COA does not necessarily reflect actual charges. 

Living with Parents – Fall, Spring, and Summer (2022-2023)
  Full time 3/4 time 1/2 time <  1/2 time
Tuition & Fees $6,954 $5,216 $3,477 $1,739
Books & Supplies $2,982 $2,237 $1,491 $746
Room & Board $4,905 $4,905 $4,905 $4,905
Personal Expenses/Loan Fees $2,970 $2,970 $2,970 -
Transportation $2,460 $2,460 $2,460 $2,460
         
Twelve Month Budget $20,271 $17,787 $15,303 $9,849

Living On-campus or Off-campus - Fall, Spring, and Summer (2022-2023)
  Full time 3/4 time 1/2 time <  1/2 time
Tuition & Fees $6,954 $5,216 $3,477 $1,739
Books & Supplies $2,982 $2,237 $1,491 $746
Room & Board $11,145 $11,145 $11,145 $11,145
Personal Expenses/Loan Fees $2,970 $2,970 $2,970 -
Transportation $2,460 $2,460 $2,460 $2,460
         
Twelve Month Budget $26,511 $24,027 $21,543 $16,089

Tuition and fee expenses are determined by the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Board. Your amount will be based on your enrollment status as of the Pell Recalculation Date for each term. Actual enrollment and any additional costs added (e.g., online class fees, out of state tuition, etc.) may change the total. 

Paying your tuition

The Cashier’s office receives tuition and fee payments. See our office hours and payment options.

How to pay