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Northwood Technical College

Rice Lake, WI·Public·https://www.northwoodtech.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Northwood Technical College is a public community college in Rice Lake, WI. Ski resorts are within 46 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Northwood Technical College is a public community college in Rice Lake, WI. Ski resorts are within 46 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,570
In-State Tuition
+$330 fees
$6,630
Out-of-State Tuition
+$330 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Weather

Cold Climate

35°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

18 mi away
45 skiable acres6 lifts
86 skiable acres9 lifts
Wild Mountain

Minnesota

46 mi away
100 skiable acres8 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Rice Lake, WI

12°Jan16°Feb29°Mar43°Apr56°May66°Jun70°Jul68°Aug60°Sep46°Oct32°Nov19°Dec

Station: RICE LAKE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

92/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety8910086
89/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
86/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,570$6,630
Fees
$330$330
Total
$4,900$6,960
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

62 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
435 grads/yr$54,941
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
297 grads/yr$38,870
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
79 grads/yr$65,341
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesCertificate
75 grads/yr$40,567
Accounting and Related ServicesCertificate
74 grads/yr$45,947

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
Certificate13 grads$76,005
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's67 grads$73,503
Agricultural Mechanization
Certificate4 grads$71,175
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate56 grads$69,787
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate79 grads$65,341
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate$57,349
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's$55,930
Precision Metal Working
Certificate435 grads$54,941
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's18 grads$52,003
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate43 grads$47,169

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Northwood Technical College located?

Northwood Technical College is located in Rice Lake, WI. The main campus address is 1900 College Dr., Rice Lake, WI. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Northwood Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Northwood Technical College charges $4,570/year for in-state students and $6,630/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,960/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Northwood Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Northwood Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Northwood Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,630/year out-of-state), campus culture in Rice Lake, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Northwood Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Northwood Technical College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Rice Lake, WI
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 35°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
92/100
Nearest Airport
Hayward, WI (HYR) · 40 mialso EAU (44 mi), RNH (45 mi)

Location

Rice Lake, WI

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.