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Northwood Technical College
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Annual Tuition
$4,524
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
55.9%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$43,406
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Northwood Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Rice Lake, WI. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,524, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 55.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$9,048
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
0.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$13,406
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$125,012
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$259,072
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Northwood Technical College is $8,250.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$4,524
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
74.2%
Success
55.9%
In-State Cost
$4,524
Age 25+ Students
38.7%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 9
Working at 6yr
1,310 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.