Carpentry schools in Wisconsin

We found 13 schools offering carpentry training in Wisconsin, with campuses in Shell Lake, Fennimore, Pewaukee, and La Crosse and more. Carpenters in Wisconsin earn a median $61,660 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
13
Public colleges
13
Median pay in WI
$61,660
Cities with schools
3

13 carpentry schools

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  1. Fox Valley Technical College

    Appleton, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +34
  2. Gateway Technical College

    Kenosha, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +30
  3. Madison Area Technical College

    Madison, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +26
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  5. Mid-State Technical College

    Wisconsin Rapids, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23
  6. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +36
  7. Moraine Park Technical College

    Fond du Lac, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22
  8. Nicolet Area Technical College

    Rhinelander, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Plumbing
    • Welding
    • +12
  9. Northcentral Technical College

    Wausau, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +27
  10. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

    Green Bay, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26
  11. Northwood Technical College

    Shell Lake, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +20
  12. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

    Fennimore, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +19
  13. Waukesha County Technical College

    Pewaukee, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25
  14. Western Technical College - Wisconsin

    La Crosse, WI · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

Carpentry schools by city

What carpenters earn in Wisconsin

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$61,660
$29.65 an hour
Typical range
$45,110–$93,040
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
13,880
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.9%
62,800 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carpentry schools are in Wisconsin?

We list 13 schools in Wisconsin with carpentry programs: 13 public colleges. Campuses are in Shell Lake, Fennimore, Pewaukee, La Crosse, and Appleton.

Are there community college carpentry programs in Wisconsin?

Yes. 13 public colleges in Wisconsin offer carpentry. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does carpentry school cost in Wisconsin?

Among the 13 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,255 to $14,238. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do carpenters make in Wisconsin?

The median pay for carpenters in Wisconsin is $61,660 a year, and most earn between $45,110 and $93,040, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a carpentry school in Wisconsin?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.