Feel at home at Portage Campus. Walk through the doors and you’ll find friendly faces ready to help you. Portage Campus is a welcoming place to start—or restart—your college journey.  

The course offerings allow you to dream big while you enjoy the perks of a small campus. Start your bachelor’s degree with transferable classes or learn a new trade. The door to your future is open—and it’s right in your backyard! 

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Degree Programs

Explore your options for an associate degree, technical diploma and certificates in Portage.

Various University Transfer classes are also offered at Portage Campus.

You may need to travel to Madison or take some online courses to complete a program.

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Learning Spaces 

Count on our library for quiet study space and for books and materials you need for class. And our Writing Center can help you ace your written assignments!  

Take a cue from several students who lean on tutoring and more through the Student Achievement Center.  

Plus, our welding, metal fabrication and healthcare classrooms and labs are designed to give you the hands-on training that leads to a great-paying job! Our Adult Learning Center will prepare you for GED/HSED testing.  

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Support Services

Lean on your local campus for extra help. We’ll connect you to the academic, financial or personal resources you need.

How We Support You

  • Academic and career advising 
  • Tutoring 
  • Disability Resource Services 
  • GED/HSED preparation and completion 
  • Adult Basic Education 
  • Food Pantry (Call our front desk to make pick-up arrangements)
  • WorkSmart
  • Testing

Count on Your Local Campus 

Career Discovery Youth Camps

Youth Camps offer teens the opportunity to dive into real-world experiences, develop practical skills, and explore exciting career paths—all while following their curiosity and discovering new interests.

Extra Learning 

Boost your career skills or learn something new just for fun! Choose from many non-credit courses at our Portage Campus.  

Portage Enterprise Center 

Work hands-on with manufacturing equipment in our state-of-the-art labs and classrooms.

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Transportation and Parking 

Carpooling

Check out carpooling options with Wisconsin's Rideshare Program.

Madison Metro bus pass

If you find yourself in Madison, pick up your free Madison Metro bus pass. Save on gas and time by taking the bus when you’re in town.

Parking 

Park for free in the Portage Campus lot.