Whether you are exploring career options, already know what you want to do, or perhaps you just feel like you need a change. Maybe you're hungry for a new challenge, more fulfillment, job security, or a better quality of life. Whatever your reason, with more than 500 degree programs, short-term diplomas and apprenticeships, chances are we have the change you seek. We're ready whenever you are.
Graduates
$56156
median salary for associate degree holders
Graduates
91%
of graduates live and work in Wisconsin
Find a career you love
There are so many options to help you find something you love to do. Start with this quick quiz and in under 10 minutes you'll have identified the career areas that match your lifestyle and interests.
Career Areas
Wherever you are along your education and career path, our colleges offer opportunities in many different career areas.
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
The Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career area includes programs focused on the production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products and resources.
94% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Agriculture Equipment & Mechanics
Farm Business & Management
Horticulture & Landscaping
Architecture and Construction
The Architecture and Construction area includes programs in the design, planning, management, building and maintenance of structures.
94% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Architectural Technology
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
HVAC – Heating, Ventilation, A/C
Arts, AudioVisual Technology and Communications
The Arts, AudioVisual Technology and Communications career area includes programs to help students in the design, production, exhibition, performance, writing, and publishing of multimedia content, including visual and performing arts and design, journalism and entertainment services.
80% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Digital Media Design
Gaming & Animation
Television & Video Production
Associate of Arts and Science Degrees
Apply this liberal arts education toward what's next in your educational journey. These programs provide students with an excellent foundation for continuing experience in higher education.
Business, Management and Administration
The Business Management and Administration career area includes programs focused on the planning, organization, direction and evaluation of business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.
93% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Administrative Assistant
Human Resources
Office Manager
Education and Training
The programs in the Education and Training career area focus on the planning, management and provision of education, training services and related learning support services.
95% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Early Childhood Education
Library & Information Services
Teaching Assistant
Finance
The Finance career area programs teach students about planning and services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance and business financial management.
92% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Accounting Assistant
Financial Services
Tax Accountant
Health Science
The Health Science career area includes programs related to planning, management, and provision of therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.
93% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Dental Hygienist
Dietary Manager
Radiography
Hospitality and Tourism
The Hospitality and Tourism career area programs focus on the management, marketing and operation of restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel-related services.
89% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Banquet and Catering Manager
Event Planner
Restaurant Chef
Human Services
The Human Services career area includes programs for counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care and consumer services.
92% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Barber/Cosmetologist
Funeral Service Director
Sign Language Interpreter
Information Technology
The Information Technology career area programs focus on the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia and systems integration services.
85% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Computer Support Technician
Network Security Specialist
Web & Software Developer
Law, Public Safety and Security
The Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security career area educates students on how to protect people and communities.
95% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Forensic Science
EMT – Paramedic
Law Enforcement
Manufacturing
The Manufacturing career area programs focus on conducting or managing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities, such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering.
92% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
CNC Operator
Safety Engineer
Welder
Marketing, Sales and Service
The Marketing, Sales and Service career area programs focus on anticipation, planning, management and satisfaction of consumers’ demand for products, services, and ideas by performing marketing, sales and service activities.
89% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Graphic & Web Design
Marketing & Communications
Social Media Marketing
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
The Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) career area programs focus on planning, management and provision of scientific research and professional and technical services (physical science, social science, engineering), including laboratory and testing services and research and development.
91% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Civil Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology
Electronics
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
The Transportation, Distribution and Logistics career area involves planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water, including related professional support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics, mobile equipment and facility maintenance.
96% of graduates were employed six months after graduation.
Example Careers
Automotive Mechanic
Supply Chain Manager
Truck Driver
500+ Degree Programs
With so many options you're sure to find a great career in a field you love.
Options that Fit Your Life
Begin a career you love wherever you are in life. Start with a short term diploma and build from there, or come back to learn some specific skills - we're with you every step of the way.
Annual Guidebook
This annual viewbook provides an overview of the services and options available at Wisconsin's technical colleges
