Rothschild, Wisconsin Colleges

Read about the education and career opportunities in Rothschild, Wis., and how a third of its population holds college degrees.

Rothschild, Wis., Colleges and Universities

Rothschild, Wis., has many of the perks of a village: isolated, refreshing, and beautiful. But unlike many villages, this town of 5,269 people is within driving distance of great schools and places to work. Additionally, nearly a third of Rothschild residents hold bachelor's degrees, giving this laid-back village an intellectual vibe.

Rothschild colleges

While there are no colleges in Rothschild, you only have to drive six miles to Wausau until you reach the University of Wisconsin-Marathon County. This school of 1,366 students offers three different certificate programs, and an associate degree in arts and science. Students can also work toward a few bachelor's degree programs in conjunction with other UW schools. Just over 25 miles from Rothschild is Stevens Point, home of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. UWSP has more than 120 undergraduate degree programs including accounting and land use planning, and a few associate degrees and graduate degree programs. The school boasts low tuition, at about $7,000 a year for in-state students and $14,500 for out-of-state students.

Rothschild economy

The main industries in Rothschild are education and health care (making up a combined 22.4 percent of the workforce) and manufacturing (21.2 percent of the workforce). The top three employers in the county (Marathon County) are ASPIRUS Hospital, Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork, and Greenheck Fan Corporation. The median household income is $57,948. This is higher than the $51,598 median income statewide. A six percent population growth in the last decade suggests this small town could continue to attract new residents in the future.

Wisconsin Area Career and Technical Training Programs:

Schools and Colleges in Rothschild, Wisconsin

Request More Info

Globe University - Wausau

If you're ready to take the first step toward a more successful future, Globe University is a great place to start. We offer master's, bachelor's, associate, and diploma programs that can prepare you for exciting careers in fields like business management, business administration, accounting, technology, health care, legal science, creative and many more. Our courses are offered both on-campus and online, and are taught by instructors who are professionals in their fields. We keep class sizes small to emphasize practical, hands-on training, and focus directly on the skills and knowledge that will best prepare you to succeed in the real world.