by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Milwaukee Area Technical College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Milwaukee Area Technical College amounted to $5,184 each year. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $7,427. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Required fees account for came to $699 in-state and $699 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,485 | $6,728 |
| Fees | $699 | $699 |
| Total | $5,184 | $7,427 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much will Milwaukee Area Technical College cost for part-time students? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To put that price in context, here is how Milwaukee Area Technical College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In WI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Relative to the national field, Milwaukee Area Technical College comes in lower than most schools.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Review the Milwaukee Area Technical College Financial Aid page for more.
Here’s how tuition at Milwaukee Area Technical College has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $4,230 | $6,345 |
| Two Years Ago | $4,304 | $6,455 |
| One Year Ago | $4,386 | $6,579 |
| Most Recent Year | $4,485 | $6,728 |
The following chart shows how tuition at MATC has trended over the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition rose 2.3%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $7,595 for the coming year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 2.65%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $5,321. Out-of-state cost rose on average by 2.45%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $7,608.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $5,321 | $7,608 |
| In 2 Years | $5,462 | $7,794 |
| In 3 Years | $5,606 | $7,984 |
| In 4 Years | $5,754 | $8,179 |
| In 5 Years | $5,906 | $8,379 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $31,565, or close to $22,143 for in-state students.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Milwaukee Area Technical College, go to the Milwaukee Area Technical College Financial Aid page.
