Fox Valley Technical College is a two-year school that offers more than 240 associate degree, technical diploma and certificate programs, in addition to providing services to business and industry, as well as individuals in the form of personal enrichment classes. The College serves about 50,000 people annually. FVTC has two campuses (Appleton & Oshkosh), four regional centers (Chilton, Clintonville, Waupaca, and Wautoma) and seven training centers (four in Appleton, two in Oshkosh, and one in Washington, D.C.).
The ratings below reflect the extent to which each organization exceeds the benchmark standards for Military Friendly®.
Academic Policies & Compliance
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
66.67%
Admissions & Orientation
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
68.48%
Culture & Commitment
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
87.18%
Financial Aid & Assistance
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
22.22%
Graduation & Career
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
40.07%
Military Student Support & Retention
Military Friendly® Standard
100%
Exceeds Standard
44.90%
Why you should attend?
Military Veterans play an integral role in the mentor-style culture that exists at Fox Valley Tech. This culture is no accident. It's the people of FVTC, in particular the passionate employees in the Veterans Resource Center, that build a culture predicated on nurturing one's pathway to success. That success includes FVTC's 95% graduate employment rate. Our Veterans are encouraged to share their expertise with others of both military and civilian backgrounds.
Why we are a great choice for military spouses?
Our school has instituted policies to address the concerns and needs of military spouses and their families. We've constructed our admissions, retention, career counseling, and mentoring programs to help alleviate the difficulties faced by military spouses. Our flexible learning options and degree continuation programs are designed to accommodate deployments and relocation.
Ratings
Top Degrees
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of aircraft operating, control, and electronic systems. Includes instruction in flight instrumentation, aircraft communications and homing systems, radar and other sensory systems, navigation aids, and specialized systems for various types of civilian and military aircraft.
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical skills and advanced computer software and hardware to the creation of graphic representations and simulations in support of engineering projects. Includes instruction in engineering graphics, two-dimensional and three-dimensional engineering design, solids modeling, engineering animation, computer-aided drafting (CAD), computer-aided design (CADD), and auto-CAD techniques.
A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific and mathematical principles to the design, analysis, verification, validation, implementation, and maintenance of computer software systems using a variety of computer languages. Includes instruction in discrete mathematics, probability and statistics, computer science, managerial science, and applications to complex computer systems.
A program that prepares individuals to apply programming and systems analysis principles to the selection, implementation, and troubleshooting of customized computer and software installations across the life cycle. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software; compilation, composition, execution, and operating systems; low- and high-level languages and language programming; programming and debugging techniques; installation and maintenance testing and documentation; process and data flow analysis; user needs analysis and documentation; cost-benefit analysis; and specification design.
A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention methods, weapon and equipment operation and maintenance, report preparation and other routine law enforcement responsibilities.
A program that prepares individuals, under the remote supervision of physicians, to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies in prehospital settings and to supervise Ambulance personnel. Includes instruction in basic, intermediate, and advanced EMT procedures; emergency surgical procedures; medical triage; rescue operations; crisis scene management and personnel supervision; equipment operation and maintenance; patient stabilization, monitoring, and care; drug administration; identification and preliminary diagnosis of diseases and injuries; communication and computer operations; basic anatomy, physiology, pathology, and toxicology; and professional standards and regulations.
A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, Referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to drive trucks and buses, delivery vehicles, for-hire vehicles and other commercial vehicles, or to instruct commerical vehicle operators. Includes instruction in operating gas, diesel, or electrically-powered vehicles; loading and unloading cargo or passengers; reporting delays or accidents on the road; verifying load against shipping papers; arranging transportation for personnel; and keeping records of receipts and fares.
Undergraduate
Graduate
In State
Out of State
In State
Out of State
Tuition
N/A
N/A
$3,652
$5,262
Fees
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Room
N/A
N/A
$4,963
$4,963
Board
N/A
N/A
$2,444
$2,444
Books
N/A
N/A
$1,568
$1,568
Other Expenses
N/A
N/A
$3,709
$3,709
Totals
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Approved for Post 9/11 GI Bill
Committed to the 8 Keys to Veterans' Success
Signed the VA's Principles of Excellence for serving veterans and service members
Utilize the Federal Financial Aid Shopping Sheet
Armed Forces Tuition Assistance (TA) Funding
DOD Voluntary Education Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Tuition Assistance
Awards college credit for passing scores on CLEP exam
Awards college credit for passing scores on DSST exam
Award college credit for military training and experience according to the ACE recommendation guidelines
Customized student orientation program for military students
Mentoring/on-boarding programs for new military students or veterans
Additional scholarships specifically for military students and veterans
In-state tuition without residency requirements for military personnel
Compliant with Section 702 of the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 ("Choice Act")
Active duty or reserve military student returns without penalty after deployment
Returning student receive reimbursement or remission of course fees
Explicit commitment to serving the military and veteran community
Commitment incorporated into the institution’s mission, vision and values
Formal policy in place regarding business conduct and compliance when admitting, educating, advising, and placing military and/or veteran students
Academic support/tutoring
Academic advising
Study skills workshops
Financial aid counseling
Career planning services
Mental health counseling
Transition Assistance
Accommodations for military students with disabilities
Full-time veteran counselors or advisors on staff
Formal mentoring or advising program in which faculty or staff members who are current or former members of the military mentor students who are military service members or veterans
Veteran-to-veteran peer mentoring program
Online clubs or associations for military service members or veterans
Dedicated social space for gathering (e.g. a student lounge or veteran center) reserved specifically for military service members and veterans
Campus/social networking events planned specifically for veterans?
Specialized career guidance counseling or other programs to help military students identify careers to pursue
Industry-employer relationship programs available to active duty military students and veterans to assist with post-graduate employment outcomes
