Why Southwest Tech
Located in the beautiful Driftless Region of Southwest Wisconsin, Southwest Tech unites state-of-the-art technology with hometown charm and comprehensive student services. At Southwest Tech, you’ll get the education and support you need to be prepared for today’s in-demand careers!
Top Ten Reasons to Consider Southwest Tech
- Opportunity
Southwest Tech has more than 40 programs to choose from! From Ag. Power to Computer Networking, Nursing to Welding and everything in between, we’ve got something for everyone!
- Personalized Attention
Our instructor to student ratio is 15:1. This means you’ll get lots of one-on-one attention from your teachers!
- Results that Pay Off
- 90% of our graduates are employed within six months to a year after graduation
- 98% of our graduates say they are satisfied or very satisfied with their education
- 100% of employers who hired a Southwest Tech grad said they would do so again
- Less Debt
Yearly tuition costs approximately 45% less than at a four year university and our financial aid program works to ensure that every student has the resources they need to be successful.
- Real World Experience
Engage in hands-on learning in our state of the art classrooms and labs from instructors with real world experience in the field.
- Student Life
Get involved and make new friends in our many clubs, take a study break at Charley’s Place, or attend one of the great on-campus events held throughout the year.
- On-Campus Housing
Southwest Tech has apartment-style housing right on campus!
- Support
Our Career Coaches can assist you in selecting a program of study, our Counselors and Advisors provide support while you’re in school, and our Career Placement Coordinator can help you find a job after you graduate.
- On Campus Services
From Academic and Support services to on-campus childcare and fitness centers to our Career Connections Center, we’ve got you covered.
- Easy Credit Transfer
Interested in a four-year degree? Start your Bachelor’s Degree at Southwest Tech through one of our Associate Degree or Technical Diploma programs or enroll in our new University Transfer Liberal Arts Degree.