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College of Menominee Nation
Keshena, Wisconsin · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: N172 State Highway 47&55, Keshena, WI 54135 · Phone: 71579956003084 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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College of Menominee Nation is a private non-profit trade school in Keshena, Wisconsin offering welding and CNC & machining programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median earnings 10 years after entry are $25,853; completion rate and graduate debt are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for College of Menominee Nation; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is available, and about 63.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,060 | $58,410 | $62,220 |
| Machinists | $40,600 | $59,110 | $63,350 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
College of Menominee Nation is a private non-profit college located in Keshena, Wisconsin, in a distant rural setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Among its trade and career offerings, the campus most frequently awards credentials in welding (3 completers) and CNC & machining programs (1 completer), based on the most recent federal completions data.
Federal data shows an undergraduate enrollment of 258 students and 4 total trade program completers. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Wisconsin is 62.8%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,853. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 63.5% of students receive Pell Grants, which typically indicates a student population with significant financial need.
Given the small scale of its welding and CNC/machining offerings, this campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on trade training in a rural setting, including adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the latest available outcome data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
College of Menominee Nation offers welding programs (3 completers) and CNC & machining programs (1 completer), per federal completions data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with a status of "Accredited."
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate and its comparison to the Wisconsin state average (62.8%) are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,853 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at the number or website listed for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
College of Menominee Nation is a private non-profit institution, which generally means it reinvests revenue into educational programs rather than distributing profits to owners.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?413617.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for career changers cannot be confirmed since program lengths and schedules are not reported here; prospective students should contact the school to discuss program format.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach College of Menominee Nation by phone at 71579956003084 or visit their website at https://www.menominee.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons of similar programs.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.