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If you’d like to learn more about the Microsoft Office program, we’d love to talk with you. We’re here to answer any questions and guide you through our application process step-by-step. Send us your contact information, and we’ll help you get started right away!
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Program Overview
In the Microsoft Office program, you will learn how to use the latest software which is utilized in so many career paths. Our instructors are here to help you every step of the way. We also have a dedicated lab if you need homework help. Check out the Accounting and Business Lab virtually or in person.
Program Details
Students the Microsoft Office diploma program can attend full or part-time.
Microsoft Office classes are offered at the Madison College Truax campus.
Microsoft Office Careers
Madison College's Microsoft Office diploma graduates are ready for a range of professional positions, including:
- Administrative Professional
- Executive Assistant
- Word Processing Specialist
- Secretarial Assistant
- Program or Clerical Assistant
- Document Specialist
- Customer Service Representative
- Office Support Assistant
- Office Administrator
- Data Entry Operator
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes, or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2025
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2026
Summer 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2026
Fall 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate or waiting list does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Microsoft Office career.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the Microsoft Office Diploma program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:
- Manage an office effectively and efficiently.
- Communicate clearly and professionally.
- Use appropriate technology and technical skills to manage information and solve problems.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2022 2023 2024 Number of Program Graduates 14 12 6 Number of Surveys Sent 14 12 6 Number of Surveys Returned 13 11 6 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 7 7 2 Percent Available for Employment 53.8% 63.6% 33.3% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 46.2% 36.4% 66.7% Available for Employment
2022 2023 2024 Graduates Employed 7 5 1 Percent of Graduates Employed 100.0% 71.4% 50.0% Employed in Related Occupation 3 4 1 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 42.9% 80.0% 100.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 4 1 0 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 57.1% 20.0% 0.0% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 0 2 1 Percent Seeking Employment 0.0% 28.6% 50.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.4 3.6 3.7 Number of Satisfaction Responses 9 9 3 Very Satisfied (4) 4 5 2 Percent Very Satisfied 44.4% 55.6% 66.7% Satisfied (3) 5 4 1 Percent Satisfied 55.6% 44.4% 33.3% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Number of Primary Reason Responses 13 11 6 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2022 2023 2024 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 7 5 1 Before Enrollment 4 0 0 Percent Before Enrollment 57.1% 0.0% 0.0% While Attending the College 2 3 0 Percent While Attending the College 28.6% 60.0% 0.0% After Training at the College 1 2 1 Percent After Training at the College 14.3% 40.0% 100.0% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2022 2023 2024 Number of Employment Location Responses 7 5 1 In College District 5 5 1 Percent In College District 71.4% 100.0% 100.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 1 0 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 14.3% 0.0% 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 1 0 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 14.3% 0.0% 0.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 0 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Salary Trend 2022 2023 2024 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 3 2 1 Average Monthly Wage $4,071 $3,612 $3,970 Average Hourly Wage $23.67 $21.00 $23.08 Average Work Hours per Week 40.7 38.7 40.0 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 1 Average Hourly Wage $20.00 Average Work Hours per Week 30.0 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2024 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Wealthspire Advisors Client Service Associate * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.
*** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at jobpostings@madisoncollege.edu
