WTCS publications provide useful information about the System, including consistently positive outcomes for students and employer partners.
We publish a variety of reports, some annually and others periodically. These reports range from providing basic facts about our colleges, students and programs to providing detailed outcomes information that demonstrates the vital role Wisconsin's technical colleges play in Wisconsin communities and the state's economy.
Action Research
To inform education practices and policies, the WTCS institutional research team conducts action research projects. An action research project analyzes a specific question (or set of questions) to provide insight that is actionable for improving student success and closing student equity gaps.
Adult Education
The mission of the technical colleges is to help people find the skills they need to find the career that best suits them. Often times that can mean helping people learn to speak English or learn reading and writing. Adult high school, adult education and English as a second language courses are provided at Wisconsin's technical colleges for no cost to the learners.
News
Three WTCS colleges named Aspen Prize semifinalists
MADISON – Three of Wisconsin's technical colleges, Chippewa Valley Technical College, Mid-State Technical College and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College have just been announced among the top 25 semifinalists for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence in the current awards cycle.
Wisconsin apprentices gain new pathway to Associate degrees
The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week April 26-May 2, and this year has something extra special to announce. Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges will now review apprenticeship-related learning from all sources to count as credit for prior learning to fast-track some apprentices toward an Applied Associate degree.
WTCS Honors 2026 Student Ambassadors at Statewide Celebration
WISCONSIN DELLS - The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) celebrated its 2026 class of Student Ambassadors at a special banquet held last night in Wisconsin Dells. The annual event recognizes outstanding students from across the state who exemplify leadership, perseverance and academic excellence while preparing for in-demand careers.