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Accounting

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Accounting Assistant

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Administrative Professional

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Advanced Manufacturing Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Aeronautics - Pilot Training

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-Core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study. 

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Complete and Submit Aeronautics Declaration/Intent form.
  • Complete and submit Aeronautics Student Availability form for each petition for each semester of flight courses.
  • Complete and submit Aeronautics Student Pilot Certificate in IACRA (Submit the signed card you will receive to any Student Services Center.)
  • Successfully complete Aeronautics Program Overview (402-439) with an S (Satisfactory) within one year prior to priority placement
  • Submit a copy of 1st or 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate issued by an FAA-approved Aviation Medical Examiner (AME).
  • Verification of Citizenship
  • Academic preparedness prerequisite 2.0 or better program GPA
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Notes: 
(1) Non-US citizens must register as an Alien Flight Student Candidate with the Transportation Security Administration's Alien Flight Student Program. You must have TSA/AFSP approval in order to petition to start flight training. This is a multi-step process that may take a month or more. For questions regarding the TSA/AFSP process, contact Greg Patchel, at patchelg@gtc.edu.
(2) Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student45

Admissions Requirements

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • It is recommended to review the Practical Nursing Information Video and the Nursing Student Handbook.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (B- or better)
  • Provide proof of Nursing Assistant course completion (C or better)
  • HESI A2 composite score of 70% or higher (valid for two years)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, three of the Practical Nursing program courses are not fully financial aid eligible. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Arboriculture/Urban Forestry Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Architectural – Structural Engineering Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Automotive Maintenance Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Automotive Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Barber Technologist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit proof of minimum test scores (15 ACT Reading, 19 SAT Reading, 237 Accuplacer Reading). *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Building Trades-Carpentry

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Business Management

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Business Operations

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Civil Engineering Technology – Highway Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

CNC Production Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

CNC Programmer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Construction Management Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Cosmetology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit proof of minimum test scores (15 ACT Reading, 19 SAT Reading, 237 Accuplacer Reading). *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Criminal Justice Studies

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement 720 Academy

LEA is a two-part application process

Step I - Submit the following:

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • DJLE-327 Application for Enrollment
  • Copy of valid driver’s license
  • Official HS/GED/HSED transcripts verifying completion
  • Official college transcript verifying an Associate Degree or higher or at least 40 post-secondary credits earned.
  • Students earning credits at Gateway Technical College do not need a Gateway transcript but should note the completion of credits on their applications.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC).  
  • Request an abstract copy of your driving record from your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Verification of Age and US Citizenship. Please bring your certified copy of your birth certificate along with the Verification of Age and US Citizenship to a Student Services Center on any campus. A Gateway staff member will complete and sign the form.
  • In order to be admitted to the academy candidates must pass a Physical Readiness Test administered by academy staff. This test must be completed before an interview can be scheduled.
  • All Step I application files must be completed by the given deadline. Applicants with completed Step I files by the given dates will move to Step II (interview) of the application process.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Step II- Interview:

Required equipment and attire

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

 

Culinary Arts

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Culinary Assistant

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Dental Assistant

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-Core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA and college-level knowledge in writing
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, three of the Dental Assistant program courses are not fully financial aid eligible. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Diesel Equipment Mechanic

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Diesel Equipment Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Early Childhood Education

Apply and Become Admitted

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study. 
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Prior to Registering for Core Courses

Admitted students must complete the items below prior to registering for core courses. 

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Background Check
    • This program requires a WI Department of Children and Families Background Check. Please visit the iChildCare Portal and click "create a logon" to create an account and begin the background check process. Once the background check has been completed, you will have access to your Letter of Eligibility, which will need to be submitted to complete your application. If you are currently employed in the childcare field and your employer has completed the DCF background check, please submit a copy of your eligibility letter. Letters of eligibility can be submitted to a Student Services Center on any campus, via fax at 262-564-2801 or emailed to admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.
Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Electrical Engineering Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

​​​​​​​Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

EMT - Advanced EMT

After Acceptance

  • Login and complete the remaining items listed on your Medical Document Manager To-Do List. To obtain necessary forms, download and print them from #1 on your To-Do List. Once you have completed your forms, upload them to their corresponding requirements in your myCB.
  • Order the Drug Test. Please read the “Additional Information” section found on the review page which is the beginning part of the order process.  This will provide you with the necessary information to complete your drug test.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

EMT - Emergency Medical Technician

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

EMT - Paramedic

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Order the Medical Document Manager ONLY health forms/records, CPR, Valid WI EMT license). Upon completing your order, CPR, Valid EMT license and required health forms will be listed on your To-Do List. Prior to admission, you will need to upload your signed CPR card and valid WI EMT license. After acceptance you will need to complete the remaining items on your To-Do List.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

After Acceptance

  • Login and complete the remaining items listed on your Medical Document Manager To-Do List. To obtain necessary forms, download and print them from #1 on your To-Do List. Once you have completed your forms, upload them to their corresponding requirements in your myCB.
  • Order the Drug Test. Please read the “Additional Information” section found on the review page which is the beginning part of the order process.  This will provide you with the necessary information to complete your drug test.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Facilities Maintenance

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

​​​​​​​Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Fire Science

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Foundations of Teacher Education

Apply and Become Admitted

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Prior to Registering for Core Courses

Admitted students must complete the items below prior to registering for core courses. 

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be listed on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order..

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.​

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Funeral Service Admission Requirements

The Funeral Services program is a shared program with Milwaukee Area Technical College. Students choosing to take classes for the Funeral Services program at Gateway are able to complete up to 30 credits toward the degree at MATC. Only three (3) seats for the Funeral Services program at MATC are for this shared program.

To indicate your intent to complete this program, complete an Application for Admission. Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program.

For priority placement through Gateway for admission to the Funeral Services program, students must submit completion of the following requirements:

  • B- (or higher) in Business Courses
    • 101-112 Accounting for Business (3 credits)
    • 102-160 Business Law (3 credits)
  • B- (or higher) in Natural Science Courses
    • 806-177 Gen. Anatomy & Physiology (4credits)
    • 806-197 Microbiology (4 credits; pre-req 806-177)
    • 806-134 General Chemistry (4 credits)
  • C (or higher) in General Education Courses
    • 801-136 English Composition (3 credits; pre-req 831-103 or 831-107 or required placement test score)
    • 801-196 Oral/Interpersonal OR 801-198 Speech (3 credits)
    • 809-198 Intro to Psych (3 credits; pre-req 831-103 or 831-107 or required placement test score)
    • 809-196 Intro to Sociology (3 credits; pre-req 831-103 or 831-107 or required placement test score)
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Interested students should consult the MATC website for program and admission requirements. Students will be admitted to the program and receive financial aid through MATC. 

For program details visit: https://www.matc.edu/course-catalog/community-human-services/funeral-service.html
To apply: https://www.matc.edu/apply/

Graphic Design

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Greenhouse Operations

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Horticulture Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Human Resources

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Human Services Associate

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Individualized Technical Studies

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Students must provide a statement of need and summary of career goals, explaining in detail the need to pursue the Individualized Technical Studies program in lieu of an established program.
  • Students must provide proof of an occupational mentor who will provide industry-specific guidance throughout the program.
  • Students must submit an academic plan, designed in conjunction with an academic advisor and occupational mentor.
  • The student portfolio, together with a completed application for admission, becomes part of the review process used by the Gateway Individualized Technical Studies committee to admit the student for a customized technical studies program. Students should not begin taking coursework until officially accepted into the Individualized Technical Studies program.

Information Technology – Computer Support Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Information Technology – Network Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Information Technology – Software Developer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Information Technology – Web Software Developer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Interior Design

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – AI Data Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – Computer Support Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – Cybersecurity Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – Web Programmer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Landscape Horticulture Admission Requirements

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Leadership Development

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Legal Studies/Paralegal

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee 
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Liberal Arts - Associate of Arts (Transfer Pathway)

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Liberal Arts - Associate of Science (Transfer Pathway)

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

LPN to ADN Bridge

The LPN to ADN bridge program is designed for an LPN to continue their education to progress to an RN. This program will allow an experienced LPN to enroll into third semester nursing courses to continue working towards the associate degree. Applicants to the LPN to ADN Bridge must be a current LPN.

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-Core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Valid WI LPN license.
  • Official College Transcripts showing LPN courses & graduation.
  • Verification of having worked at least 2000 hours as an LPN within the past five years. This must be on company letterhead with the student's full name, position worked, number of hours completed, and the dates within which they were completed.
  • It is recommended to review the Nursing Information Video, the Nursing Student Handbook, and the Professional Licensure information.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready. 

  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, English Comp, Speech and Developmental Psychology (D- or better), Advanced Anatomy & Physiology (B- or better)
  • LPN to ADN Entrance HESI exam with a cutoff score of 850 within 2 years of priority placement
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

  • The following Bridge course must be successfully passed prior to the start of third semester nursing courses:
    • 510-403 Transition: LPN to ADN | 1 Credit | Prereq of HESI Mobility
    • NOTE: Only two attempts are allowed
  • Attend a mandatory orientation
  • Submit the remainder of the items in your Medical Document Manager To-Do List as soon as possible so that you can receive clearance to participate in clinicals. Please download, print and upload the completed forms to your myCB.
  • Order your Drug Test.
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Once a student has completed all requirements, been awarded a seat through the priority placement process to become Core-Active, and successfully passed the transition course, credit will be provided for Nursing program courses 543-101 through 543-108.

Background and Health Information requirement questions? 
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Curriculum sheet

Marketing

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Medical Assistant

Apply and Become Admitted

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • It is recommended to review the Medical Assistant Student Handbook.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required practicum component for graduation. Each practicum placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Prior to Registering for Core Courses

Admitted students must complete the items below prior to registering for core courses. 

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, three of the Medical Assistant program courses are not fully financial aid eligible. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

After Registering for Practicum

After registering for practicum students will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading and writing readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; earned a technical diploma or higher; submit ACT or complete valid reading and writing placement assessments. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • It is recommended to review the Medical Laboratory Student Handbook.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • For additional background check information, read and understand the Criminal Background Checks and Health Program Students information.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology and Introduction to Biochemistry (B- or better), QA Lab Math, Basic Lab Skills and Phlebotomy (C or better)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Nursing

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (B- or better)
  • Provide proof of Nursing Assistant course completion (C or better)
  • HESI A2 composite score of 75% or higher (valid for two years)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Nursing Assistant

Admissions Requirements

Students must be 16 years of age or older to take the course.

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit proof of minimum test scores (15 ACT Reading, 19 SAT Reading, 237 Accuplacer Reading). *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Order  Background Check ONLY (CBC) Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

After Acceptance

  • Complete the remainder of the items in your Medical Document Manager To-Do List as soon as possible so that you can receive clearance to participate in clinicals. Please download, print and upload the completed forms to your myCB.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Office Assistant

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Paramedic Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Order the Medical Document Manager ONLY health forms/records, CPR, Valid WI EMT license). Upon completing your order, CPR, Valid EMT license and required health forms will be listed on your To-Do List. Prior to admission, you will need to upload your signed CPR card and valid WI EMT license. After acceptance you will need to complete the remaining items on your To-Do List.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

After Acceptance

  • Login and complete the remaining items listed on your Medical Document Manager To-Do List. To obtain necessary forms, download and print them from #1 on your To-Do List. Once you have completed your forms, upload them to their corresponding requirements in your myCB.
  • Order the Drug Test. Please read the “Additional Information” section found on the review page which is the beginning part of the order process.  This will provide you with the necessary information to complete your drug test.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (B or better)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Pre-School Credential

  • Background Check Request
  • Background Check
    • Directions for ordering your Background Check will be sent to the mailing address you provide on your Background Check Request. Please email your Preliminary or Final Background Check-Eligibility Letter to admissionsoffice@gtc.edu with Early Childhood Education Background Check in the subject line.

After acceptance

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

 

Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heating Service Technician (HVAC-R)

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

​​​​​​​Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Respiratory Therapy

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • It is recommended to review the Respiratory Therapy Handbook.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your  myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (C or better for Fall 2025, B- or better for future terms.)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Small Business Entrepreneurship

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Supply Chain Management

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Surgical Technology

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC).Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (C or better)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Technical Studies – Journeyworker

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Students must possess a Wisconsin Apprenticeship Completion Certificate issued by the Department of Workforce Development-Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards which includes a minimum of 400 hours of prescribed apprentice related instruction in the Wisconsin Technical College System.

Truck Driving

Admission requirements are subject to change in compliance with Department of Transportation Regulations. **Please note: This is a high demand program with limited openings. Program acceptance is required for registration; courses are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Valid Driver's License (Regular Class D license, Probationary Class D license or Commercial Learner’s Permit are acceptable.)
  • Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. Submit a DOT Federal Medical (Fed Med) card or the completed Medical Examiner’s forms from any approved DOT medical exam site to a Student Services Center on any campus or email it to admissionsoffice@gtc.edu(link sends e-mail).
    • Search for a certified medical examiner by entering your zip code in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration website (nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov). Note: Individual medical sites may have different DOT physical pricing. IMPORTANT: The urine sample taken for the Fed Med card does NOT count for the DOT drug screen.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study. 

During the first program course students will:

  • Obtain a Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit. This can be done by passing the General Knowledge, Air Brakes and Combination Vehicle assessments at a Wisconsin DMV. To prepare for these assessments students can study sections 1,2,3,5 and 6 of the Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License Manual. Questions regarding the Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit can be directed to Chris Jones at jonesg@gtc.edu or 262-564-2156.
  • Pass a Department of Transportation Drug Test to be completed AFTER obtaining a Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit.
    • Drug screens are available at Froedtert South Occupational Medicine: 10256 Old Green Bay Road, Suite 140, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158; 262-217-3455. * Please note this will require an additional fee payable to Froedtert South Occupational Medicine. Froedtert South Occupational Medicine will email your drug screening results to Admissions via secure email once they are available.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Veterinary Technician

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • All accepted students must complete 20 hours of shadowing at a veterinary facility or facilities prior to the start of the program’s core courses or they will forfeit their seat and an alternate will be chosen. The shadowing requirements will not expire, if students complete this ahead of time it will be to their benefit. See the Veterinary Technician Job Shadowing Form.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, Principles of Animal Biology (B or better), Veterinary Medical Terminology (C or better prior to Summer 2021 and B or better Summer 2021 or after)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

  • Attend a mandatory orientation
  • Order Medical Document Manager ONLY. Upon completing your order, the required health forms will be on your To-Do List. You will be required to submit verification of completing the Pre-exposure Rabies Vaccine series to participate in clinicals. The expense of the Pre-exposure Rabies Vaccine series is the responsibility of the student. Cost of the vaccine series can vary based on insurance coverage and provider but has typically been a minimum of $1100.  Please download, print and upload the completed forms to your myCB.
  • Order your Drug Test.
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Welding

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate math readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Welding/Maintenance and Fabrication

Accounting

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Accounting Assistant

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Administrative Professional

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Advanced Manufacturing Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Aeronautics - Pilot Training

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-Core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study. 

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Complete and Submit Aeronautics Declaration/Intent form.
  • Complete and submit Aeronautics Student Availability form for each petition for each semester of flight courses.
  • Complete and submit Aeronautics Student Pilot Certificate in IACRA (Submit the signed card you will receive to any Student Services Center.)
  • Successfully complete Aeronautics Program Overview (402-439) with an S (Satisfactory) within one year prior to priority placement
  • Submit a copy of 1st or 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate issued by an FAA-approved Aviation Medical Examiner (AME).
  • Verification of Citizenship
  • Academic preparedness prerequisite 2.0 or better program GPA
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Notes: 
(1) Non-US citizens must register as an Alien Flight Student Candidate with the Transportation Security Administration's Alien Flight Student Program. You must have TSA/AFSP approval in order to petition to start flight training. This is a multi-step process that may take a month or more. For questions regarding the TSA/AFSP process, contact Greg Patchel, at patchelg@gtc.edu.
(2) Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

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Admissions Requirements

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • It is recommended to review the Practical Nursing Information Video and the Nursing Student Handbook.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (B- or better)
  • Provide proof of Nursing Assistant course completion (C or better)
  • HESI A2 composite score of 70% or higher (valid for two years)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, three of the Practical Nursing program courses are not fully financial aid eligible. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Arboriculture/Urban Forestry Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Architectural – Structural Engineering Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Automotive Maintenance Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Automotive Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Barber Technologist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit proof of minimum test scores (15 ACT Reading, 19 SAT Reading, 237 Accuplacer Reading). *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Building Trades-Carpentry

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Business Management

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Business Operations

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Civil Engineering Technology – Highway Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

CNC Production Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

CNC Programmer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Construction Management Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Cosmetology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit proof of minimum test scores (15 ACT Reading, 19 SAT Reading, 237 Accuplacer Reading). *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Criminal Justice Studies

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement 720 Academy

LEA is a two-part application process

Step I - Submit the following:

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • DJLE-327 Application for Enrollment
  • Copy of valid driver’s license
  • Official HS/GED/HSED transcripts verifying completion
  • Official college transcript verifying an Associate Degree or higher or at least 40 post-secondary credits earned.
  • Students earning credits at Gateway Technical College do not need a Gateway transcript but should note the completion of credits on their applications.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC).  
  • Request an abstract copy of your driving record from your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Verification of Age and US Citizenship. Please bring your certified copy of your birth certificate along with the Verification of Age and US Citizenship to a Student Services Center on any campus. A Gateway staff member will complete and sign the form.
  • In order to be admitted to the academy candidates must pass a Physical Readiness Test administered by academy staff. This test must be completed before an interview can be scheduled.
  • All Step I application files must be completed by the given deadline. Applicants with completed Step I files by the given dates will move to Step II (interview) of the application process.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Step II- Interview:

Required equipment and attire

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

 

Culinary Arts

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Culinary Assistant

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Dental Assistant

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-Core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA and college-level knowledge in writing
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, three of the Dental Assistant program courses are not fully financial aid eligible. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Diesel Equipment Mechanic

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Diesel Equipment Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Early Childhood Education

Apply and Become Admitted

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study. 
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Prior to Registering for Core Courses

Admitted students must complete the items below prior to registering for core courses. 

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Background Check
    • This program requires a WI Department of Children and Families Background Check. Please visit the iChildCare Portal and click "create a logon" to create an account and begin the background check process. Once the background check has been completed, you will have access to your Letter of Eligibility, which will need to be submitted to complete your application. If you are currently employed in the childcare field and your employer has completed the DCF background check, please submit a copy of your eligibility letter. Letters of eligibility can be submitted to a Student Services Center on any campus, via fax at 262-564-2801 or emailed to admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.
Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Electrical Engineering Technology

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

​​​​​​​Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

EMT - Advanced EMT

After Acceptance

  • Login and complete the remaining items listed on your Medical Document Manager To-Do List. To obtain necessary forms, download and print them from #1 on your To-Do List. Once you have completed your forms, upload them to their corresponding requirements in your myCB.
  • Order the Drug Test. Please read the “Additional Information” section found on the review page which is the beginning part of the order process.  This will provide you with the necessary information to complete your drug test.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

EMT - Emergency Medical Technician

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

EMT - Paramedic

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Order the Medical Document Manager ONLY health forms/records, CPR, Valid WI EMT license). Upon completing your order, CPR, Valid EMT license and required health forms will be listed on your To-Do List. Prior to admission, you will need to upload your signed CPR card and valid WI EMT license. After acceptance you will need to complete the remaining items on your To-Do List.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

After Acceptance

  • Login and complete the remaining items listed on your Medical Document Manager To-Do List. To obtain necessary forms, download and print them from #1 on your To-Do List. Once you have completed your forms, upload them to their corresponding requirements in your myCB.
  • Order the Drug Test. Please read the “Additional Information” section found on the review page which is the beginning part of the order process.  This will provide you with the necessary information to complete your drug test.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Facilities Maintenance

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

​​​​​​​Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Fire Science

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Foundations of Teacher Education

Apply and Become Admitted

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Prior to Registering for Core Courses

Admitted students must complete the items below prior to registering for core courses. 

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be listed on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order..

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.​

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Funeral Service Admission Requirements

The Funeral Services program is a shared program with Milwaukee Area Technical College. Students choosing to take classes for the Funeral Services program at Gateway are able to complete up to 30 credits toward the degree at MATC. Only three (3) seats for the Funeral Services program at MATC are for this shared program.

To indicate your intent to complete this program, complete an Application for Admission. Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program.

For priority placement through Gateway for admission to the Funeral Services program, students must submit completion of the following requirements:

  • B- (or higher) in Business Courses
    • 101-112 Accounting for Business (3 credits)
    • 102-160 Business Law (3 credits)
  • B- (or higher) in Natural Science Courses
    • 806-177 Gen. Anatomy & Physiology (4credits)
    • 806-197 Microbiology (4 credits; pre-req 806-177)
    • 806-134 General Chemistry (4 credits)
  • C (or higher) in General Education Courses
    • 801-136 English Composition (3 credits; pre-req 831-103 or 831-107 or required placement test score)
    • 801-196 Oral/Interpersonal OR 801-198 Speech (3 credits)
    • 809-198 Intro to Psych (3 credits; pre-req 831-103 or 831-107 or required placement test score)
    • 809-196 Intro to Sociology (3 credits; pre-req 831-103 or 831-107 or required placement test score)
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Interested students should consult the MATC website for program and admission requirements. Students will be admitted to the program and receive financial aid through MATC. 

For program details visit: https://www.matc.edu/course-catalog/community-human-services/funeral-service.html
To apply: https://www.matc.edu/apply/

Graphic Design

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Greenhouse Operations

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Horticulture Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Human Resources

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Human Services Associate

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Individualized Technical Studies

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Students must provide a statement of need and summary of career goals, explaining in detail the need to pursue the Individualized Technical Studies program in lieu of an established program.
  • Students must provide proof of an occupational mentor who will provide industry-specific guidance throughout the program.
  • Students must submit an academic plan, designed in conjunction with an academic advisor and occupational mentor.
  • The student portfolio, together with a completed application for admission, becomes part of the review process used by the Gateway Individualized Technical Studies committee to admit the student for a customized technical studies program. Students should not begin taking coursework until officially accepted into the Individualized Technical Studies program.

Information Technology – Computer Support Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Information Technology – Network Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Information Technology – Software Developer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Information Technology – Web Software Developer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Interior Design

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – AI Data Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – Computer Support Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – Cybersecurity Specialist

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

IT – Web Programmer

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Landscape Horticulture Admission Requirements

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Leadership Development

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Legal Studies/Paralegal

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee 
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Liberal Arts - Associate of Arts (Transfer Pathway)

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Liberal Arts - Associate of Science (Transfer Pathway)

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

LPN to ADN Bridge

The LPN to ADN bridge program is designed for an LPN to continue their education to progress to an RN. This program will allow an experienced LPN to enroll into third semester nursing courses to continue working towards the associate degree. Applicants to the LPN to ADN Bridge must be a current LPN.

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-Core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Valid WI LPN license.
  • Official College Transcripts showing LPN courses & graduation.
  • Verification of having worked at least 2000 hours as an LPN within the past five years. This must be on company letterhead with the student's full name, position worked, number of hours completed, and the dates within which they were completed.
  • It is recommended to review the Nursing Information Video, the Nursing Student Handbook, and the Professional Licensure information.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready. 

  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, English Comp, Speech and Developmental Psychology (D- or better), Advanced Anatomy & Physiology (B- or better)
  • LPN to ADN Entrance HESI exam with a cutoff score of 850 within 2 years of priority placement
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

  • The following Bridge course must be successfully passed prior to the start of third semester nursing courses:
    • 510-403 Transition: LPN to ADN | 1 Credit | Prereq of HESI Mobility
    • NOTE: Only two attempts are allowed
  • Attend a mandatory orientation
  • Submit the remainder of the items in your Medical Document Manager To-Do List as soon as possible so that you can receive clearance to participate in clinicals. Please download, print and upload the completed forms to your myCB.
  • Order your Drug Test.
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Once a student has completed all requirements, been awarded a seat through the priority placement process to become Core-Active, and successfully passed the transition course, credit will be provided for Nursing program courses 543-101 through 543-108.

Background and Health Information requirement questions? 
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Curriculum sheet

Marketing

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Medical Assistant

Apply and Become Admitted

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • It is recommended to review the Medical Assistant Student Handbook.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required practicum component for graduation. Each practicum placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Prior to Registering for Core Courses

Admitted students must complete the items below prior to registering for core courses. 

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, three of the Medical Assistant program courses are not fully financial aid eligible. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

After Registering for Practicum

After registering for practicum students will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading and writing readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; earned a technical diploma or higher; submit ACT or complete valid reading and writing placement assessments. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • It is recommended to review the Medical Laboratory Student Handbook.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • For additional background check information, read and understand the Criminal Background Checks and Health Program Students information.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology and Introduction to Biochemistry (B- or better), QA Lab Math, Basic Lab Skills and Phlebotomy (C or better)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Nursing

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (B- or better)
  • Provide proof of Nursing Assistant course completion (C or better)
  • HESI A2 composite score of 75% or higher (valid for two years)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Nursing Assistant

Admissions Requirements

Students must be 16 years of age or older to take the course.

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate reading readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit proof of minimum test scores (15 ACT Reading, 19 SAT Reading, 237 Accuplacer Reading). *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Order  Background Check ONLY (CBC) Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note:  The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

After Acceptance

  • Complete the remainder of the items in your Medical Document Manager To-Do List as soon as possible so that you can receive clearance to participate in clinicals. Please download, print and upload the completed forms to your myCB.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Office Assistant

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Paramedic Technician

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Order the Medical Document Manager ONLY health forms/records, CPR, Valid WI EMT license). Upon completing your order, CPR, Valid EMT license and required health forms will be listed on your To-Do List. Prior to admission, you will need to upload your signed CPR card and valid WI EMT license. After acceptance you will need to complete the remaining items on your To-Do List.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

After Acceptance

  • Login and complete the remaining items listed on your Medical Document Manager To-Do List. To obtain necessary forms, download and print them from #1 on your To-Do List. Once you have completed your forms, upload them to their corresponding requirements in your myCB.
  • Order the Drug Test. Please read the “Additional Information” section found on the review page which is the beginning part of the order process.  This will provide you with the necessary information to complete your drug test.

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (B or better)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Pre-School Credential

  • Background Check Request
  • Background Check
    • Directions for ordering your Background Check will be sent to the mailing address you provide on your Background Check Request. Please email your Preliminary or Final Background Check-Eligibility Letter to admissionsoffice@gtc.edu with Early Childhood Education Background Check in the subject line.

After acceptance

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

 

Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heating Service Technician (HVAC-R)

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

​​​​​​​Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Respiratory Therapy

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • It is recommended to review the Respiratory Therapy Handbook.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your  myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (C or better for Fall 2025, B- or better for future terms.)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement:

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Small Business Entrepreneurship

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Supply Chain Management

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Surgical Technology

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.

Note: The program of study that you have selected has a required clinical component for graduation. Each clinical placement has site specific requirements (such as proof of vaccinations like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, which are subject to change with little or no notice. These may include proof of vaccinations (like flu or COVID-19), tuberculosis (TB) testing, and other health screenings.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC).Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, General Anatomy & Physiology (C or better)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Technical Studies – Journeyworker

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Students must possess a Wisconsin Apprenticeship Completion Certificate issued by the Department of Workforce Development-Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards which includes a minimum of 400 hours of prescribed apprentice related instruction in the Wisconsin Technical College System.

Truck Driving

Admission requirements are subject to change in compliance with Department of Transportation Regulations. **Please note: This is a high demand program with limited openings. Program acceptance is required for registration; courses are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Valid Driver's License (Regular Class D license, Probationary Class D license or Commercial Learner’s Permit are acceptable.)
  • Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. Submit a DOT Federal Medical (Fed Med) card or the completed Medical Examiner’s forms from any approved DOT medical exam site to a Student Services Center on any campus or email it to admissionsoffice@gtc.edu(link sends e-mail).
    • Search for a certified medical examiner by entering your zip code in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration website (nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov). Note: Individual medical sites may have different DOT physical pricing. IMPORTANT: The urine sample taken for the Fed Med card does NOT count for the DOT drug screen.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study. 

During the first program course students will:

  • Obtain a Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit. This can be done by passing the General Knowledge, Air Brakes and Combination Vehicle assessments at a Wisconsin DMV. To prepare for these assessments students can study sections 1,2,3,5 and 6 of the Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License Manual. Questions regarding the Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit can be directed to Chris Jones at jonesg@gtc.edu or 262-564-2156.
  • Pass a Department of Transportation Drug Test to be completed AFTER obtaining a Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit.
    • Drug screens are available at Froedtert South Occupational Medicine: 10256 Old Green Bay Road, Suite 140, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158; 262-217-3455. * Please note this will require an additional fee payable to Froedtert South Occupational Medicine. Froedtert South Occupational Medicine will email your drug screening results to Admissions via secure email once they are available.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Veterinary Technician

Apply and Become Admitted as a Pre-core Student

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures: earned a technical diploma or higher,* earned a minimum high school GPA of 2.6, earned a minimum college GPA of 2.0 or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.
  • Review the program technical standards. An acknowledgement of these standards will be completed within the online application.
  • Review the Professional Licensure information regarding your program of study.

Gateway follows a priority placement process for students admitted into this program. Priority placement provides a clear path to securing a spot in our high-demand programs. Students admitted into this program progress through three stages pre-core, core-ready and core-active as they work to complete their degree.

Complete Core-Ready Requirements for Priority Placement

Admitted students must complete the academic preparedness items below to become Core-Ready.

  • Submit an Official High School Transcript or GED/HSED Credential, including a graduation or passing date.
  • All accepted students must complete 20 hours of shadowing at a veterinary facility or facilities prior to the start of the program’s core courses or they will forfeit their seat and an alternate will be chosen. The shadowing requirements will not expire, if students complete this ahead of time it will be to their benefit. See the Veterinary Technician Job Shadowing Form.
  • Order Background Check ONLY (CBC). Upon completing your order, the BID will be on your To-Do List. Download, print, and then upload the completed BID to your myCB within 30 days of your CBC order. BID's not uploaded within 30 days may result in the need to place a new CBC order.
  • Academic preparedness prerequisites including 2.0 or better program GPA, college-level knowledge in reading and writing, Principles of Animal Biology (B or better), Veterinary Medical Terminology (C or better prior to Summer 2021 and B or better Summer 2021 or after)
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

After becoming Core-Active through Priority Placement

After being awarded a seat in core courses through the priority placement process students are Core-Active and will complete the following:

  • Attend a mandatory orientation
  • Order Medical Document Manager ONLY. Upon completing your order, the required health forms will be on your To-Do List. You will be required to submit verification of completing the Pre-exposure Rabies Vaccine series to participate in clinicals. The expense of the Pre-exposure Rabies Vaccine series is the responsibility of the student. Cost of the vaccine series can vary based on insurance coverage and provider but has typically been a minimum of $1100.  Please download, print and upload the completed forms to your myCB.
  • Order your Drug Test.
  • Additional details regarding these requirements can be found on the Priority Placement page

Background and Health Information requirement questions?
Please contact the Admissions Office at admissionsoffice@gtc.edu.

Note: Gateway's program meets the licensure requirements for the State of Wisconsin. Gateway has not determined if the program meets the licensure requirements of any other state.

Welding

  • Application for Admission & Application Fee
  • Students must meet one of the following multiple measures to indicate math readiness for the program: earned a technical diploma or higher,* minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6 (unweighted); earned at least 12 college credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0; or submit ACT or Accuplacer test scores. Submit any needed transcripts or test scores. *Please note short term technical diplomas do not fulfill Multiple Measures. These programs include Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Truck Driving.

Note: Due to federal clock-to-credit regulations, the Gateway to Success course is not fully financial aid eligible for your program. Students can reduce the financial aid impact by following their scheduled part-time or full-time curriculum track. Learn more.

Welding/Maintenance and Fabrication