How to enroll in an associate degree, technical diploma or certificate program
1. Fill out admission application & submit with transcripts (if required)
It's easy to apply online. Complete and send a Wisconsin Technical College System application to FVTC, including a $30 nonrefundable admission fee. If you prefer to complete the application on paper, you can also print one out, or pick one up at any FVTC location, in high school guidance offices and at Workforce Development Centers.
If you’ve previously applied to FVTC or graduated from FVTC, you can apply online or on paper. You will not be charged the $30 fee.
Transcript instructions for both first-time applicants and prior FVTC students.
2. Admission application processing
About one week after your admission application is submitted and processed, you will receive a letter in the mail from Fox Valley Technical College indicating your next step(s).
If required, you should complete the Accuplacer skills assessment as soon as possible. A $15 fee will apply. The results are used to assess skills in math, reading and sentence skills and are used for placement in classes.
An Accuplacer schedule will be included in your acknowledgement letter, or you can view it online. You can take the assessment at any FVTC location.
NOTE: You must schedule an appointment to take the Accuplacer. Schedule your session online or call (920) 993-5139.
View Accuplacer prep course information, practice tests and much more
Determine how much your education is going to cost and how you’re going to pay for it. If you need financial help, you should apply for financial aid in January before you start school, or as soon as possible after January. You are encouraged to apply for financial aid and admission to FVTC simultaneously. Note: You should complete your previous year’s taxes before applying for financial aid.
5. Enter your program
If all admissions requirements are met, you will receive a letter from the college acknowledging your accepted enrollment. An invitation from Counseling Services will follow, outlining specific program information and inviting you to contact a counselor for academic planning details.
6. Attend new student orientation & register for your classes
After you have completed the entire application process, you will be contacted by mail to schedule a new student orientation. The orientation is required for all new students entering a program. Orientations take place about two to three months before your classes begin and last about four hours. You will learn about the many services available at the college, student life beyond the classroom and college policies. You will also meet with faculty and staff who will help you register online for your classes. For some programs, a separate program orientation may be required.
7. You’re ready to begin your classes!