Gateway Technical College

Gateway Technical College is a mid-size independent two-year college located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, with an undergraduate enrollment of 4,759. The institution primarily awards associate degrees and career certificates, providing affordable workforce training and structured transfer pathways to four-year universities for students in the surrounding region. As a self-governed institution, it operates within the broader Wisconsin postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. Admission follows an open-enrollment model, meaning no minimum academic credentials are required for entry into most programs — applicants who meet basic eligibility requirements are accepted. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $13,443 per year. Among completers who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $40,264. The student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level. The institution's curriculum is designed to align with regional workforce needs and provides students with access to internship pipelines, cooperative education opportunities, and career counseling services.