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In and out of the classroom, CVTC offers activities and services to promote students' growth. A rich extracurricular life is crucial to a positive experience as a student, and CVTC offers several events and student groups. Learn more about the opportunities to get involved below.

Student Services

There are a variety of student services available to assist you in adjusting to and thriving at CVTC. Employment, advising, disability services, student support - whatever your area of interest or need, we're here to help. 
 

Academic Advising

CVTC offers academic advising for every student. Your academic advisor will help you with career and academic decisions, learn about the registration process, select courses, and transition to CVTC. We encourage you to seek out your academic advisor when you become a CVTC student.

Eau Claire: (715) 833-6346 
River Falls: (715) 426-8200

Academic Support

The Academic Support team provides academic instruction, course preparation, and learning support. Learning materials and one-on-one instruction are provided by qualified faculty. No appointments necessary! Services offered include: homework help, study skills & test preparation, college success seminars, and technology support. College Success Seminars are free and designed to help you brush up on basic skills you’ll need to be successful at CVTC.

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Student services at CVTC

Career Development

An online career assessment is another resource that is available to anyone. The career assessment will ask a series of questions and then match you to occupations, allow you to explore careers, and give you a list of CVTC programs that are a good fit for your interests.

Our Career Services department offers assistance to students and graduates that need help looking for a job, writing a cover letter, building a resume, and interviewing. Several career fairs are hosted each year to help students meet and network with local employers.

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Student Success

Services are free and available to all current students. Your Student Success Specialist will assist you in overcoming barriers that many students encounter during their academic career. If we determine that students need more resources we will provide them with a referral to appropriate community resource(s), including mental health counseling. We are here to help with:

  • Goal setting
  • Interpersonal Issues
  • Success Plans
  • Community based referrals

Eau Claire: (715) 833-6346 
River Falls: (715) 426-8200

 
 

Chippewa Valley Technical College saved students more than $1 million in textbook costs in the 2020-21 school year, thanks to the school’s recently launched affordable learning program.

Learn more about open & affordable learning resources

QUICK FACTS  //  CVTC has Over 30 Student Clubs

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Student Life

I had a great experience coming to CVTC as a student. I have met wonderful instructors and staff members that changed my life and influenced me into becoming who I am today. I have to say that it is pretty awesome to be a student at CVTC and now I'm a staff member.

– CVTC Graduate

Study Abroad

Study Abroad

Looking to study abroad during your time at CVTC? Studying out of the country is a great way to experience new cultures, meet new people, and have a ton of fun all while fulfilling your credits.

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Student Government Representatives

Clubs & Activities

CVTC has a vibrant student life with over 30 clubs and organizations, Student Association, and many campus events and activities. CVTC Student Life will help you make the most of your college experience.

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Student Housing

Student Housing

Students are responsible for arranging their own housing; however, CVTC does provide resources to assist your search. We also have agreements with UWEC and UWRF for limited student housing.

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WHAT'S GOING ON

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CVTC Campuses

CVTC serves an 11-county area and has campuses in Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Menomonie, Neillsville, and River Falls. Each campus offers a variety of programs and services through face-to-face, online, and several e-learning options.

Eau Claire Clairemont Campus

Eau Claire Gateway Campus

Eau Claire West Campus

Regional Campus

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Plan Your Visit

Are you interested in CVTC? The next step is to plan your college visit! It's the best way to be sure that CVTC is the right school for you. There are several ways to experience CVTC coming up! We encourage you to participate in one of the ways below.

  Guidance counselor or teacher? Schedule a career tour for your student group.

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Career Tours at CVTC

Group Career Tours

Sign up your school group for a Group Career Tour to explore campus, learn about programs, tour classrooms and labs, and meet CVTC instructors and students.

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Individual Tours at CVTC

Individual Tours

See why CVTC is the right choice. Tours are offered on all CVTC campuses and are customized to your interests.

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