Public Institution Appleton, WI
Fox Valley Technical College
College
Fox Valley Technical College is a public institution in Appleton, WI with a suburban campus setting, with about 5,825 undergraduates, typical net price of $11,407 after grants, first-year retention of 79.6%, a graduation rate of about 64.7%, and median earnings of $42,285 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Fox Valley Technical College
Key rankings for Fox Valley Technical College
Where Fox Valley Technical College ranks among all institutions in the dataset (mixed types) nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#731 of 2,710
Net Price
#407 of 2,883
Earnings
#1,071 of 2,407
Retention
#1,490 of 2,747
Graduation
#1,347 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at Fox Valley Technical College
Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI is a college.
- Midsize suburb
- 5,825 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid is lower than or close to the national median for similar schools, while six-year earnings meet or beat that median. On these two measures the pattern is comparatively favorable.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Fox Valley Technical College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Fox Valley Technical College compares
Figures are for all institutions in the dataset (mixed types). State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Great Lakes (region 3).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (WI) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $11,407Below national median | $16,400 | $17,500 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $42,285Above national median | $41,090 | $35,295 | $35,678 |
| Retention | 79.6%Above national median | 77.8% | 72.1% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | 64.7%Above national median | 57.5% | 59.3% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 81.5% | 79.5% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 13.0%Below national median | 30.7% | 36.6% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $10,402Below national median | $20,500 | $13,796 | $13,621 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Fox Valley Technical College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Fox Valley Technical College
Common questions about Fox Valley Technical College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Fox Valley Technical College located?
Fox Valley Technical College is located in Appleton, WI. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Fox Valley Technical College?
Fox Valley Technical College is a college. Best Universities groups similar schools this way so you can compare them fairly. Confirm program level (undergraduate vs graduate) on the college's site.
How much does it cost to attend Fox Valley Technical College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $5,040 for in-state students and $7,283 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $11,407. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Fox Valley Technical College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Fox Valley Technical College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Fox Valley Technical College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,825. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Fox Valley Technical College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Fox Valley Technical College are roughly $42,285. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 64.7% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Fox Valley Technical College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Fox Valley Technical College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#731 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#407 of 2,883); First-year retention (#1,071 of 2,407); Graduation rate (#1,490 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#1,347 of 2,514). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Fox Valley Technical College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Fox Valley Technical College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for Fox Valley Technical College Expand to view
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Fox Valley Technical College |
| Official website | https://www.fvtc.edu/ |
| City, state | Appleton, WI |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 5,825 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $5,040 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $7,283 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $5,040 |
| Total cost of attendance | $16,862 |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $11,407 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $42,285 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $43,027 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $45,684 |
| Median loan debt | $10,402 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 79.6% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 64.7% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 13.0% |
| Share with federal loans | 10.7% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 72.9% |
| Campus setting | Midsize suburb |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $10,054 |
| Full-time faculty share | 100.0% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 45.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 54.2% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 2.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 6.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 70.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 4.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 0.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.9% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $8,067 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $8,744 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $12,235 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $14,125 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $16,737 |
Sources for Fox Valley Technical College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.