Is Madison Area Technical College worth it?
Madison Area Technical College is a public, four-year institution in Madison, Wisconsin (large city). It awarded 3,782 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in nursing assistant patient care assistant, liberal arts and sciences and emergency medical technology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$43,461
Median earnings 4 years after
$55,207
Median earnings 10 years after
$45,413
Average net price
$14,238
Completion rate
29%
Completions (2024)
3,782
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
10,073
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $66,446 | $80,118 | 133 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $29,018 | $50,870 | 99 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Associate | $30,710 | $47,515 | 86 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $62,646 | $63,865 | 65 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $43,085 | $54,876 | 53 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Associate | $65,191 | $80,056 | 50 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $59,139 | $72,145 | 49 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $57,005 | $64,707 | 48 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $39,174 | $60,863 | 43 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $35,549 | $43,977 | 42 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Associate | $54,784 | $64,982 | 38 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Associate | $45,333 | $48,787 | 37 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $37,860 | $52,408 | 35 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $34,484 | $37,419 | 33 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $34,698 | $41,811 | 30 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 560 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 450 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate under 12 weeks | 217 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 174 |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 87 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 68 |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | Certificate under 12 weeks | 62 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 59 |
| Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 58 |
| Office Management and Supervision | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 55 |
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Sources: federal figures for Madison Area Technical College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Wisconsin. Counts under 10 are not published.
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