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We are excited you have decided Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is the best choice for your education. With four start dates every semester and a summer term, WITC is always accepting applications so start the admissions process today!
Get Admitted to WITC!
Get Admitted to WITC!
Before You Apply
There's a few things you'll need to have prepared when you begin the application.
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
Nearly all programs at WITC have no admission testing requirements. If your program is not listed below, your next step is to schedule your admissions meeting.
Meet with a WITC counselor to review your program and any additional entrance requirements or forms and connect you with support services available to you.
Get Admitted to WITC!
Before You Apply
There's a few things you'll need to have prepared when you begin the application.
- Have a program and campus in mind that you want to apply to.
- Research costs, financial aid and scholarships
- Find out if you can earn credit for what you already know with WITC's Credit for Prior Learning opportunities
Know which semester you want to start your education. You can apply:
- On or after October 1 for the following fall semester
- On or after February 1 for the following spring semester
- On or after July 1 for the following summer term
Gather your paperwork. You'll need the following:
- Your social security number
- Official high school and college transcripts
- $30 application fee that is required for some programs
Apply online
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
Apply for Financial Aid
Seventy-five percent of WITC students use some type of financial aid including grants, loans and work study.
Contact An Advisor
Admissions advisors will guide you through the admissions process, answer your questions and set you up with a campus visit.
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
The application should take you approximately 15 minutes or less to complete.
Some programs require a $30 non-refundable application fee. The online application will let you know if the fee is required.
When you can apply depends on when you want to start:
- On or after October 1 for the following fall semester
- On or after February 1 for the following spring semester
- On or after July 1 for the following summer term
Note: Out-of-district applicants will be admitted in priority order for fall term after January 1 and for spring term after May 1
Resources for completing the application
Determine what WITC program is best for you.
Determine if you are ready for college and get credit for prior learning.
Find out how much your education will cost and apply for aid if needed.
Apply online
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
Apply for Financial Aid
Seventy-five percent of WITC students use some type of financial aid including grants, loans and work study.
Contact An Advisor
Admissions advisors will guide you through the admissions process, answer your questions and set you up with a campus visit.
Nearly all programs at WITC have no admission testing requirements. If your program is not listed below, your next step is to schedule your admissions meeting.
If you are applying to one of the following programs, but you don't exactly meet one of the requirements, WITC's counselors will discuss options with you at your admissions meeting. Remember to bring any transcripts you have and/or to schedule a testing assessment prior to your admissions meeting and WITC will help you through your next steps.
Programs with Academic Range Requirements
Students considering any of the following programs must take a placement assessment for admissions:
- Apprenticeships: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing
- Nursing - Associate Degree
- University Transfer Degree - Associate of Science (Tailwinds)
- University Transfer Degree - Associate of Arts (Tailwinds)
*Required assessment may be waived if you have an associate degree or higher or have previous ACCUPLACER ®/ACT scores.
Students considering any of the following programs:
- Medical Lab Technician
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Veterinary Technician
Must meet one of the following items:
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.8
- ACT score of 21
- Minimum college GPA 2.2 (minimum 3 credits)
- Associate or bachelor's degree
- ACCUPLACER® scores
- Additional measures may be considered as determined by the counselor
Students considering any of the following programs:
- Dental Assistant
- Health Information Technology
- Medical Coding Specialist
- Medical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
Must meet one of the following items:
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.1
- ACT score of 18
- Minimum college GPA 2.0 (minimum 3 credits)
- Associate or bachelor's degree
- ACCUPLACER® scores
- Additional measures may be considered as determined by the counselor
The assessment may be waived if you have an associate degree or higher or have satisfactory scores that are less than five years old on a recent college entrance test such as ACCUPLACER or ACT. Official transcripts or test results required. Contact Student Services or more information or to schedule an assessment appointment.
ACCUPLACER Next Generation Testing
Applicable Programs and Tests
- Nursing - Associate Degree
- Writing Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Electrical Apprentice (ABC)
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Plumbing Apprentice
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics
- Carpentry Apprentice (ABC)
- Writing Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
The ACCUPLACER Next Generation assessment will cover:
- Writing Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics
The test is untimed, taken on a computer and takes approximately two hours to complete.
Use the online resources listed below or head to the Academic Support Center where instructors can help you prep for your assessment.
Need accommodations?
Contact a WITC accommodations specialist
Retaking the same test (retest) can occur no earlier than 10 business days from the previous assessment.
Accuplacer Next Generation Study Guides
Accuplacer Next Generation Study Guides
- Accuplacer Next Generation Writing Study Guide Video
- Accuplacer Next Generation Reading Study Guide Video
- Accuplacer Next Generation Arithmetic Study Guide Video
- Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics Sample Questions
- Free, Web-Based Accuplacer Next Generation Study App
Accuplacer Next Generation Sample Questions
Additional Math Study Guides and Resources
University Transfer Degree Applicants
Meet with a WITC counselor and then take the *Tailwind Placement Assessment in math and English. The tests are web-based and timed at 90 minutes each. The use of a non-graphing calculator will be provided.
Optional: 60-minute Foreign Language Assessment if you have one or more foreign language classes, take this for correct placement in your foreign language coursework.
Tailwind Placement testing accommodations are coordinate through WITC. Please contact WITC's accommodations specialist if you have questions.
* This admissions assessment has been waived for fall 2020 and spring 2021 applicants due to testing limitations.
Tailwind Testing
Applicable Programs and Tests
- University Transfer Degree
- Associate of Arts
- Associate of Science
Other Resources
Check out other online resources.
Meet with a WITC counselor to review your program and any additional entrance requirements or forms and connect you with support services available to you.
Schedule and Attend an Admissions Meeting
Going to college can be a little intimidating, so WITC wants to help you get off to a great start! The purpose of this 30-minute meeting is to connect you with all of the support services available at WITC to help you have a great college experience as a college student.
To schedule your admissions meeting, call the Student Services office at a campus near you. This meeting can be conducted in person, by phone or via Skype.
800.243.9482 ext.:
Ashland: 3188
New Richmond: 4145
Rice Lake: 5045
Superior: 6271
What to bring your admissions meeting:
If your program choice has admission requirements, make sure to bring your high school, college or military transcripts.
Note: In most cases, unofficial transcripts are accepted; however, many of WITC's Allied Health and Public Safety programs require an official transcript for admission. Official transcripts are also required to award any transfer credit. If these situations apply to you, request your official transcripts be sent directly to WITC as soon as possible.
Lastly, bring any documentation for outstanding checklist items that may be listed on your online application checklist dashboard.
Ready to get started?
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
Apply for Financial Aid
Seventy-five percent of WITC students use some type of financial aid including grants, loans and work study.
Contact An Advisor
Admissions advisors will guide you through the admissions process, answer your questions and set you up with a campus visit.
- Have a program and campus in mind that you want to apply to.
- Research costs, financial aid and scholarships
- Find out if you can earn credit for what you already know with WITC's Credit for Prior Learning opportunities
Know which semester you want to start your education. You can apply:
- On or after October 1 for the following fall semester
- On or after February 1 for the following spring semester
- On or after July 1 for the following summer term
Gather your paperwork. You'll need the following:
- Your social security number
- Official high school and college transcripts
- $30 application fee that is required for some programs
Apply online
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
Apply for Financial Aid
Seventy-five percent of WITC students use some type of financial aid including grants, loans and work study.
Contact An Advisor
Admissions advisors will guide you through the admissions process, answer your questions and set you up with a campus visit.
The application should take you approximately 15 minutes or less to complete.
Some programs require a $30 non-refundable application fee. The online application will let you know if the fee is required.
When you can apply depends on when you want to start:
- On or after October 1 for the following fall semester
- On or after February 1 for the following spring semester
- On or after July 1 for the following summer term
Note: Out-of-district applicants will be admitted in priority order for fall term after January 1 and for spring term after May 1
Resources for completing the application
Determine what WITC program is best for you.
Determine if you are ready for college and get credit for prior learning.
Find out how much your education will cost and apply for aid if needed.
Apply online
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
Apply for Financial Aid
Seventy-five percent of WITC students use some type of financial aid including grants, loans and work study.
Contact An Advisor
Admissions advisors will guide you through the admissions process, answer your questions and set you up with a campus visit.
If you are applying to one of the following programs, but you don't exactly meet one of the requirements, WITC's counselors will discuss options with you at your admissions meeting. Remember to bring any transcripts you have and/or to schedule a testing assessment prior to your admissions meeting and WITC will help you through your next steps.
Programs with Academic Range Requirements
Students considering any of the following programs must take a placement assessment for admissions:
- Apprenticeships: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing
- Nursing - Associate Degree
- University Transfer Degree - Associate of Science (Tailwinds)
- University Transfer Degree - Associate of Arts (Tailwinds)
*Required assessment may be waived if you have an associate degree or higher or have previous ACCUPLACER ®/ACT scores.
Students considering any of the following programs:
- Medical Lab Technician
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Veterinary Technician
Must meet one of the following items:
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.8
- ACT score of 21
- Minimum college GPA 2.2 (minimum 3 credits)
- Associate or bachelor's degree
- ACCUPLACER® scores
- Additional measures may be considered as determined by the counselor
Students considering any of the following programs:
- Dental Assistant
- Health Information Technology
- Medical Coding Specialist
- Medical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
Must meet one of the following items:
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.1
- ACT score of 18
- Minimum college GPA 2.0 (minimum 3 credits)
- Associate or bachelor's degree
- ACCUPLACER® scores
- Additional measures may be considered as determined by the counselor
The assessment may be waived if you have an associate degree or higher or have satisfactory scores that are less than five years old on a recent college entrance test such as ACCUPLACER or ACT. Official transcripts or test results required. Contact Student Services or more information or to schedule an assessment appointment.
ACCUPLACER Next Generation Testing
Applicable Programs and Tests
- Nursing - Associate Degree
- Writing Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Electrical Apprentice (ABC)
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Plumbing Apprentice
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics
- Carpentry Apprentice (ABC)
- Writing Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
The ACCUPLACER Next Generation assessment will cover:
- Writing Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Arithmetic
- Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics
The test is untimed, taken on a computer and takes approximately two hours to complete.
Use the online resources listed below or head to the Academic Support Center where instructors can help you prep for your assessment.
Need accommodations?
Contact a WITC accommodations specialist
Retaking the same test (retest) can occur no earlier than 10 business days from the previous assessment.
Accuplacer Next Generation Study Guides
Accuplacer Next Generation Study Guides
- Accuplacer Next Generation Writing Study Guide Video
- Accuplacer Next Generation Reading Study Guide Video
- Accuplacer Next Generation Arithmetic Study Guide Video
- Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics Sample Questions
- Free, Web-Based Accuplacer Next Generation Study App
Accuplacer Next Generation Sample Questions
Additional Math Study Guides and Resources
University Transfer Degree Applicants
Meet with a WITC counselor and then take the *Tailwind Placement Assessment in math and English. The tests are web-based and timed at 90 minutes each. The use of a non-graphing calculator will be provided.
Optional: 60-minute Foreign Language Assessment if you have one or more foreign language classes, take this for correct placement in your foreign language coursework.
Tailwind Placement testing accommodations are coordinate through WITC. Please contact WITC's accommodations specialist if you have questions.
* This admissions assessment has been waived for fall 2020 and spring 2021 applicants due to testing limitations.
Tailwind Testing
Applicable Programs and Tests
- University Transfer Degree
- Associate of Arts
- Associate of Science
Other Resources
Check out other online resources.
Schedule and Attend an Admissions Meeting
Going to college can be a little intimidating, so WITC wants to help you get off to a great start! The purpose of this 30-minute meeting is to connect you with all of the support services available at WITC to help you have a great college experience as a college student.
To schedule your admissions meeting, call the Student Services office at a campus near you. This meeting can be conducted in person, by phone or via Skype.
800.243.9482 ext.:
Ashland: 3188
New Richmond: 4145
Rice Lake: 5045
Superior: 6271
What to bring your admissions meeting:
If your program choice has admission requirements, make sure to bring your high school, college or military transcripts.
Note: In most cases, unofficial transcripts are accepted; however, many of WITC's Allied Health and Public Safety programs require an official transcript for admission. Official transcripts are also required to award any transfer credit. If these situations apply to you, request your official transcripts be sent directly to WITC as soon as possible.
Lastly, bring any documentation for outstanding checklist items that may be listed on your online application checklist dashboard.
Ready to get started?
WITC’s quick and simple online application is your place to start to become a WITC student.
Apply for Financial Aid
Seventy-five percent of WITC students use some type of financial aid including grants, loans and work study.
Contact An Advisor
Admissions advisors will guide you through the admissions process, answer your questions and set you up with a campus visit.
What to Expect After You're Admitted
Finish any additional requirements.
Some programs have additional requirements after you're admitted. See additional requirements on your program's web page.
Log into MyCampus (student portal) and find details on the following:
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Explore your student email and Blackboard, MyWITC and more.
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Register for your classes.
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Pay or make sure you've completed your financial aid or tuition deferment.
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Buy your books.
New Student Orientation
Complete orientation online or in person.
Contact
Choose a campus to view contact information, or for general assistance, please contact us.
Campus Life
Learn more about WITC's unique campuses and find the right one for you.
Walk through your scholarship, grant, loan, work-study and other financial aid options.
