by our College Data Analytics TeamIs FVTC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
FVTC is ranked #466 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 5% for value). Within Wisconsin, it ranks #10 of 57 for value.
Below is the detailed FVTC value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Fox Valley Technical College is ranked #5 out of #62 in Wisconsin for quality and #10 out of #57 for Wisconsin value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the FVTC financial aid page to be sure.
Fox Valley Technical College is ranked #466 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Fox Valley Technical College is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at FVTC costs about $15,414. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $61,656 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $16,822 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,407 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,414 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $61,656 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about FVTC net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a FVTC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $67,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $61,656 | #466 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $45,628 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $67,288 | — | — |
| All Students | $61,656 | #10 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $45,628 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at FVTC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,559 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,609 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,347 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,816 |
| Over $110K | $15,456 |
About 26% of FVTC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,412 per year. Get more details on the FVTC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average FVTC cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.