The Wisconsin Technical College System is focused on a number of priorities to advance its Mission and Vision, creating a culture of collaboration in its work with internal and external partners.
2025-27 Biennial Budget Request
Investment will allow WTCS colleges to expand upon proven strategies to deliver quality education and training to build the skilled talent pool for Wisconsin's employers, increase affordability for students, and support innovation.
Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century
Career and Technical Education (CTE) has a broad reach in Wisconsin
Manufacturing Month
October is Manufacturing Month! Manufacturing is one of Wisconsin's leading industries and our technical colleges offer more than 150 associate degrees, technical diplomas, certificates and short term credentials.
WTCS Ambassador Program
The WTCS Ambassador program annually recognizes one student from each tech college and engages those students in a leadership development program.
Career Pathways
Organizing technical college offerings and services within guided Career Pathways leads to learner success and creates a reliable talent pipeline for Wisconsin employers.
WTCS Student Success Center
Through the Student Success Center, Wisconsin’s technical colleges learn from – and build on – outstanding work at peer institutions, improving student outcomes.
Outcomes-Based Funding
State law requires WTCS to maintain a distinct formula for allocating a portion of general state aid to technical colleges, linking outcomes to investments.
60Forward
The Wisconsin Technical College System, the Universities of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities are working together to increase the state's postsecondary attainment rate to 60% by 2027.