Chippewa Valley Technical College

Eau Claire, Wisconsin · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$12,285

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

50.0%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

4,272

In-state tuition

$4,844

Out-of-state tuition

$7,087

Cost of attendance

$16,986

Median earnings (10y)

$46,297

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (39%), trades & services (26%), business (21%).

  • STEM8%
  • Health39%
  • Business21%
  • Humanities & arts4%
  • Social sciences2%
  • Trades & services26%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate1,022$12,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate375
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's346$56,972$23,151
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Undergraduate certificate296$38,761$12,000
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate240$44,951$8,109
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's209$32,245$18,445
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Undergraduate certificate151
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate146
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Undergraduate certificate126$5,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate122$50,103$15,335
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Undergraduate certificate117$59,720$5,500
Ground Transportation.Undergraduate certificate107$40,786$8,354
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate89$37,032$9,500
Computer Programming.Associate's87$43,433$18,000
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate87$55,073$12,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate74
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's70$56,756$19,869
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's69$34,742$11,739
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate68$25,996$9,395
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Associate's63$45,340$13,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's59
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate59$29,277$14,396
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate54
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Undergraduate certificate53
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's52$29,386$21,231
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate50
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's46$33,352
Human Resources Management and Services.Associate's46$35,003$16,000
Marketing.Associate's46$30,601$12,000
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations.Undergraduate certificate46
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Undergraduate certificate42
Design and Applied Arts.Associate's41
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Associate's39$56,668$14,750
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate38
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate33$31,153
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's31$21,818$11,125
Agricultural Production Operations.Undergraduate certificate29
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate29
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's29
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Associate's27$49,999

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Chippewa Valley Technical College

Chippewa Valley Technical College is a mid-sized institution located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 4,272 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Mechanic & repair.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Chippewa Valley Technical College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,285 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,844 for in-state students and $7,087 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $16,986 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 50.0%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $46,297 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Chippewa Valley Technical College confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Mechanic & repair. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (39% of credentials), trades & services (26% of credentials), business (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Eau Claire, Wisconsin (city), Chippewa Valley Technical College draws students from across Wisconsin and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Chippewa Valley Technical College

Q.How much does Chippewa Valley Technical College cost?

The average net price at Chippewa Valley Technical College is $12,285 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $16,986.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Chippewa Valley Technical College?

Chippewa Valley Technical College has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Chippewa Valley Technical College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Chippewa Valley Technical College graduate earns $46,297 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Chippewa Valley Technical College?

Published tuition is $4,844 in-state and $7,087 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Chippewa Valley Technical College located?

Chippewa Valley Technical College is located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin (ZIP 54701).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Chippewa Valley Technical College at their official website.