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%
- Health professions39.1%~1,669 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business20.8%~891 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~347 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science5.3%~225 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~209 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~116 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~111 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.6%~109 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture2.6%~109 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Transportation2.4%~102 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~98 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.8%~75 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education1.3%~55 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal0.4%~19 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication0.3%~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Library science0.3%~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture0.3%~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
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.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,022 | — | $12,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 375 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 346 | $56,972 | $23,151 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 296 | $38,761 | $12,000 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 240 | $44,951 | $8,109 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 209 | $32,245 | $18,445 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 151 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 146 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 126 | — | $5,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 122 | $50,103 | $15,335 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 117 | $59,720 | $5,500 |
| Ground Transportation. | Undergraduate certificate | 107 | $40,786 | $8,354 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 89 | $37,032 | $9,500 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 87 | $43,433 | $18,000 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 87 | $55,073 | $12,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 74 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 70 | $56,756 | $19,869 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 69 | $34,742 | $11,739 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 68 | $25,996 | $9,395 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 63 | $45,340 | $13,500 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 59 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 59 | $29,277 | $14,396 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 54 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 52 | $29,386 | $21,231 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 46 | $33,352 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Associate's | 46 | $35,003 | $16,000 |
| Marketing. | Associate's | 46 | $30,601 | $12,000 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 46 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 42 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 41 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 39 | $56,668 | $14,750 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 38 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | $31,153 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 31 | $21,818 | $11,125 |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 27 | $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.