New Richmond & Balsam Lake Express Admissions Day
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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Whether you’re just considering college, ready to apply, or need to complete your admissions requirements, the Express Admissions event is designed to meet you at whatever stage you’re at. Learn about admissions, financial aid and scholarships. Explore 100+ programs and apply to Northwood Tech for FREE! Or register for classes and take a campus tour. Northwood Tech is here to help you every step of the way in your educational journey.
New Richmond Campus
1019 S. Knowles Ave.
New Richmond, WI
Balsam Lake Outreach Center
400 Polk County Plaza
Balsam Lake, WI
College Goal WI (Rice Lake)
![Benjamin Franklin holding a sign that says "How will you pay for college?"](/sites/default/files/CollegeGoalWI_Web_720x480_FY21_2.jpg)
Monday, October 17, 2022
6 p.m.– 9 p.m.
Start college on the right foot with a solid financial plan. College Goal Wisconsin is a financial aid event available to help you learn about what grants and loans are available to you. Attendees will receive free professional assistance completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Any person planning to attend any U.S. college is encouraged to attend.
The FAFSA is the form that must be submitted in order to be considered for federal and state financial aid including grants and loans. Anyone who is planning to pursue a post-secondary education in the 2023-24 academic year should complete the FAFSA.
College Goal Wisconsin is affiliated with a national event that provides free information and assistance to families who need to complete the FAFSA, the federally required form for students seeking financial aid, such as grants and loans. Completing the FAFSA is the first and most important step in qualifying for aid.
To register for the event, visit collegegoalwi.org.
What to have available:
-2021 federal tax return and W2s
-2021 untaxed income returns such as child support or veterans' non-education benefits
-Information on savings, investments, business assets and farm assets 9 (if applicable)
-Driver's license (if you have one)
-Cell phone number (if you have one)
-Social security number
-Alien registration card or permanent resident card (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
-Date of birth for parents
-Month and year of parents' marriage, divorce or separation
-FSA ID (if you have one). To create an FSA ID, please visit studentaid.gov. Every student and at least one parent, if the student is considered a dependent, needs one.
If you are a dependent student for financial aid purposes, you will also need these same items for your parent(s). For dependent students, parent(s) are encouraged to attend.
For more information or to register for the event, visit collegegoalwi.org.
College Goal WI (Superior)
![Benjamin Franklin holding a sign that says "How will you pay for college?"](/sites/default/files/CollegeGoalWI_Web_720x480_FY21_1.jpg)
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
6 p.m.– 9 p.m.
Start college on the right foot with a solid financial plan. College Goal Wisconsin is a financial aid event available to help you learn about what grants and loans are available to you. Attendees will receive free professional assistance completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Any person planning to attend any U.S. college is encouraged to attend.
The FAFSA is the form that must be submitted in order to be considered for federal and state financial aid including grants and loans. Anyone who is planning to pursue a post-secondary education in the 2023-24 academic year should complete the FAFSA.
College Goal Wisconsin is affiliated with a national event that provides free information and assistance to families who need to complete the FAFSA, the federally required form for students seeking financial aid, such as grants and loans. Completing the FAFSA is the first and most important step in qualifying for aid.
To register for the event, visit collegegoalwi.org.
What to have available:
-2021 federal tax return and W2s
-2021 untaxed income returns such as child support or veterans' non-education benefits
-Information on savings, investments, business assets and farm assets 9 (if applicable)
-Driver's license (if you have one)
-Cell phone number (if you have one)
-Social security number
-Alien registration card or permanent resident card (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
-Date of birth for parents
-Month and year of parents' marriage, divorce or separation
-FSA ID (if you have one). To create an FSA ID, please visit studentaid.gov. Every student and at least one parent, if the student is considered a dependent, needs one.
If you are a dependent student for financial aid purposes, you will also need these same items for your parent(s). For dependent students, parent(s) are encouraged to attend.
For more information or to register for the event, visit collegegoalwi.org.
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College Goal WI (New Richmond)
![Benjamin Franklin holding a sign that says "How will you pay for college?"](/sites/default/files/CollegeGoalWI_Web_720x480_FY21_0.jpg)
Monday, October 24, 2022
6 p.m.– 9 p.m.
Start college on the right foot with a solid financial plan. College Goal Wisconsin is a financial aid event available to help you learn about what grants and loans are available to you. Attendees will receive free professional assistance completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Any person planning to attend any U.S. college is encouraged to attend.
The FAFSA is the form that must be submitted in order to be considered for federal and state financial aid including grants and loans. Anyone who is planning to pursue a post-secondary education in the 2023-24 academic year should complete the FAFSA.
College Goal Wisconsin is affiliated with a national event that provides free information and assistance to families who need to complete the FAFSA, the federally required form for students seeking financial aid, such as grants and loans. Completing the FAFSA is the first and most important step in qualifying for aid.
To register for the event, visit collegegoalwi.org.
What to have available:
-2021 federal tax return and W2s
-2021 untaxed income returns such as child support or veterans' non-education benefits
-Information on savings, investments, business assets and farm assets (if applicable)
-Driver's license (if you have one)
-Cell phone number (if you have one)
-Social security number
-Alien registration card or permanent resident card (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
-Date of birth for parents
-Month and year of parents' marriage, divorce or separation
-FSA ID (if you have one). To create an FSA ID, please visit studentaid.gov. Every student and at least one parent, if the student is considered a dependent, needs one.
If you are a dependent student for financial aid purposes, you will also need these same items for your parent(s). For dependent students, parent(s) are encouraged to attend.
For more information or to register for the event, visit collegegoalwi.org.
View More Virtual and In-Person Dates
Transfer Fair
![Icon of a school and a book that says "Transfer: Start at Northwood Tech & Continue your education"](/sites/default/files/Transfer_Icon-outline_FY23.jpg)
March 28, 2023 | Virtual Event
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Discover where a degree from Northwood Tech could take you!
At Northwood Tech, we believe learning is a lifelong journey, so we want to make continuing your education after Northwood Tech as easy and seamless as possible.
Northwood Tech provides over 60 transfer agreements for students. The virtual Transfer Fair event will provide an opportunity for students to learn about our university partners and the possibilities available after graduating from Northwood Tech.
Over 20 Universities in Attendance!
Meet with university representatives to find the right fit for you after Northwood Tech.
UW-Stout
![UW-Stout logo](/sites/default/files/UW-Stout.jpg)
UW-Superior
![UW-Superior logo](/sites/default/files/UW-Superior_1.jpg)
UW-Eau Claire
![UW-Eau Claire logo](/sites/default/files/UW-Eau%20Claire.jpg)
UW-River Falls
![UW-River Falls logo](/sites/default/files/UW-River%20Falls.jpg)
Northland College
![Northland College logo](/sites/default/files/NorthlandCollege_version2.jpg)
Franklin University
![Franklin University logo](/sites/default/files/Franklin.png)
Lakeland University
![Lakeland University logo](/sites/default/files/Lakeland%20University.png)
University of Minnesota-Duluth
![University of Minnesota Duluth logo](/sites/default/files/UMD.png)
Concordia University Wisconsin
![Concordia University Wisconsin logo](/sites/default/files/Concorida%20University.jpg)
Bellevue University
![Bellevue University logo](/sites/default/files/bellevue.png)
UW-Whitewater
![UW-Whitewater logo](/sites/default/files/UW-Whitewater_0.jpg)
Marian University
![Marian University logo](/sites/default/files/Marian%20University_1.jpg)
Marquette University
![Marquette University logo](/sites/default/files/Marquette%20University.jpg)
UW-Stevens Point
![University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point logo](/sites/default/files/UWStevensPoint.png)
Viterbo University
![Viterbo University logo](/sites/default/files/Viterbo%20University.jpg)
UW-Green Bay
![UW-Green Bay logo](/sites/default/files/UW-Green%20Bay_0.jpg)
Herzing University
![Herzing University logo](/sites/default/files/Herzing.png)
Milwaukee School of Engineering
![Milwaukee School of Engineering logo](/sites/default/files/MSOE.png)
Purdue University Northwest
![Purdue Northwest logo](/sites/default/files/purdue.png)
Grand Canyon University
![Grand Canyon University logo](/sites/default/files/Grand%20Canyon%20University%20Updated.jpg)
University of Minnesota - Crookston
![University of Minnesota Crookston logo](/sites/default/files/UM-Crookston%20logo.jpg)
UW-Madison
![University of Wisconsin - Madison logo](/sites/default/files/UMMadison.png)
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
![FIDM Logo](/sites/default/files/Fidm_logo_480x480.jpg)
Northern Michigan University
![NMU Logo](/sites/default/files/NMU_Stack_Transparent_480x480.jpg)
UW-Platteville
![University of Minnesota Crookston logo](/sites/default/files/UW-Platteville-logo_480x480_0.jpg)
UW-Oshkosh
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Celebration of Innovation - POSTPONED
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Resilience is inspiring.
Through community engagement and forward thinking, the College has evolved to better serve you.
This event has been postponed.
Date & Time: To be determined.
Northwood Technical College is throwing a big celebration, and you and the family are invited! Stop by a campus near you for the College's community celebration of 100+ years of innovation. There will be plenty of activities for adults and kids alike, including games, food and refreshments, giveaways, door prizes and more. Plus, you can tour the College's state-of-the-art facilities, meet staff and instructors and more.
View below for more information on campus-specific details.
Ashland Campus
The Ashland campus is celebrating its 100th anniversary!
- Music
- Photo Booth
- Balloon Artist
- Face Painting
- Food Trucks
- Refreshments
- Official Northwood Technical College Shirts, Giveaways and Prizes
- Historical Displays
- Door Prizes
New Richmond Campus
- Information coming soon
Rice Lake Campus
- Free Food & Refreshments
- Family Games and Activities
- Ribbon Cutting
- Official Northwood Technical College Shirts, Giveaways and Prizes
- Door Prizes
Superior Campus
- Yard Games
- Face Painting
- Spray Paint Art
- Food Trucks & Refreshments
- UpDawg
- Minnesota Marshmallow
- Joe Cosmos
- Root "Bear" Floats
- Official Northwood Technical College Shirts, Giveaways and Prizes
- Door Prizes
Overhead/Underground Utility Installer Technician Apprenticeship Program Overview
Telecommunication Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program (TIRAP) Overview for Overhead Utility Installer Technician & Underground Utility Installer Technician Apprenticeship
Course Overview: This is the program overview information for the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program (TIRAP). Prior to enrolling in any courses related to this program, please review the information, documents and videos below (Steps 1-3), then complete the survey in Step 4. Once complete, you can request registration details for the first course by emailing dan.schullo@northwoodtech.edu.
Spring 2024 Course Schedule
Registration Form
If the employer desires to receive progress reports from Northwood Tech regarding their employee, the employee must sign the registration form.
- Step 1: Apprenticeship Description
- Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally-recognized, portable credential. Employers can choose to register their programs with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to show prospective job seekers that their apprenticeship program meets national quality standards.
- Apprenticeship Fact Sheet
- TIRAP Apprenticeship Flyer
- Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally-recognized, portable credential. Employers can choose to register their programs with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to show prospective job seekers that their apprenticeship program meets national quality standards.
- Step 2: Apprenticeship Video
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Nathan Williamson shares concise insights on the changing workforce landscape and ideas to advance opportunity using apprenticeships.
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PowerTalk: Insights from the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship (video)
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- Step 3: Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program
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TIRAP is an acronym for the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program. It is a common misconception that TIRAP is a stand-alone entity when in fact WIA is the National Sponsor and administrator of the program. A key stakeholder group is the TIRAP Advisory Board. These industry leaders provide support through insight into industry trends, occupational demand, subject matter expertise and facilitate communication to additional industry partners regarding the value of apprenticeship as a workforce development strategy. A Registered Apprenticeship program is a documented plan designed to move an apprentice from a low or no skill entry level position to full occupational proficiency. This systematic training approach provides consistency in training and competency across the industry, which in turn will improve safety, quality, and efficiency. Upon completion of the program, an apprentice earns a Completion of Registered Apprenticeship certificate, a nationally recognized credential.
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- Step 4: Apprenticeship Program Overview Survey
Contact Us
- For general program information or to request registration details, contact dan.schullo@northwoodtech.edu
- To submit registration forms or questions related to registration process, contact ashley.smith@northwoodtech.edu
- Email paul.kostner@northwoodtech.edu with specific questions about the course/curriculum
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to experience success? Northwood Tech staff are standing by to support you in reaching your educational and career goals, so do it. Take the leap.