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Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, Wisconsin · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 700 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53233 · Phone: (414) 297-6282 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Apr 2026 · Other · American Board of Funeral Service Education; Apr 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Milwaukee Area Technical College is a public trade and career school in Milwaukee, WI offering EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Milwaukee Area Technical College has a 24.6% completion rate versus a 62.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $14,955 and median earnings of $41,113 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and about 40.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 155 | $27,995 | $26,353 | $11,750 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 123 | $27,995 | $26,353 | $11,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 111 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 57 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 54 | not reported | $42,123 | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 53 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 47 | $33,384 | $31,067 | $5,750 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 39 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | not reported | $15,817 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 35 | $45,415 | $48,563 | $15,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $29,997 | $30,288 | $8,652 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | $22,758 | $28,327 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | not reported | $27,947 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | $42,123 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | $15,817 | $9,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $33,384 | $31,067 | $5,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $29,997 | $30,288 | $8,652 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $33,384 | $31,067 | $5,750 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | $15,817 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | $15,817 | $9,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 17 | $27,277 | $25,709 | $14,125 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | $30,228 | $18,491 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $49,869 | $51,482 | $15,344 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $33,384 | $31,067 | $5,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $49,869 | $51,482 | $15,344 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | $32,925 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $33,384 | $31,067 | $5,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 13 | $37,776 | $37,424 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $33,384 | $31,067 | $5,750 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | $15,817 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | $40,281 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | $42,123 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $49,869 | $51,482 | $15,344 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | $37,776 | $37,424 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 7 | not reported | $15,817 | $9,500 |
| Mason/Masonry | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | $38,209 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | $27,277 | $25,709 | $14,125 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $30,336 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 4 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 4 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $33,384 | $31,067 | $5,750 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 3 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | $37,776 | $37,424 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | $30,228 | $18,491 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | $30,228 | $18,491 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 1 | not reported | $15,817 | $9,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $37,963 | $40,455 | $8,713 |
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
Milwaukee Area Technical College is a public trade and career school located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in a large city setting. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission along with several program-specific accreditors, including bodies overseeing nursing, dental, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and radiologic technology education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its 63 program offerings, the most-completed trade programs are EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and LPN/LVN programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 24.6%, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $14,955, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $41,113. About 40.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 1,323 trade program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 12,024, this campus serves a large student body across many program families, from healthcare fields like dental hygiene and surgical technology to skilled trades such as welding, HVAC, and electrician training. Given the range of program lengths across these fields, from short certificate tracks to longer allied-health programs, this setting may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though fit should be confirmed directly with the program of interest. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Milwaukee Area Technical College offers 63 trade and career programs, with the most-completed being EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and LPN/LVN programs. Program families also include welding, HVAC, electrician, dental hygiene, and many other trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, primarily by the Higher Learning Commission. It also holds specialized accreditation from bodies overseeing nursing, dental, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and radiologic technology programs.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to help pay for enrollment.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 24.6%, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $14,955, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,113, 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level funding, though specific cost data isn't reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (414) 297-6282 or visit matc.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors, including the Higher Learning Commission, and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at the link provided.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules suited to adult learners specifically, so this should be confirmed directly with the college's admissions office.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Milwaukee Area Technical College at (414) 297-6282 or through its website at https://www.matc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data set does not include comparative information on other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side outcome comparisons.
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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.