Search | Menu Your next journey starts at the Madison College Watertown Campus, your neighborhood education destination. Start college close to home and save thousands of dollars in the process. Choose from several programs that set you on the right path.
Take advantage of the awesome learning spaces and support services just down the road. We’re here to help you reach your goals!
Attend College Close to Home
Get Hands-on Healthcare Training
The Watertown Campus can prepare you for a healthcare career in a variety of fields. Earn your nursing degree in just two years, or choose from several technical diploma programs that can be completed in a single semester:
- Associate Degree Nursing (RN)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Nursing Assistant
- Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor
If you’re considering other health sciences associate degrees or a career in early childhood education, you can get started on your pre-program requirements at the Watertown Campus.
Begin Your Bachelor’s Degree
Your path to a four-year program can start close to home. Madison College makes it affordable and convenient to get underway on University Transfer classes or a degree at your neighborhood campus.
The Watertown Campus offers math, English/communication, natural sciences, social sciences and other general education classes. Courses specific to your major are typically hosted at our Madison - Truax or Madison - Goodman South campuses, or online.
Dreams Begin in Your Hometown
ESL Classes
Gain confidence in your English skills with our free ESL classes. Choose from beginner, intermediate or advanced levels.
Complete Your High School Education
It’s never too late to finish your high school education. Enroll in High School Completion/GED/HSED classes at the Madison College Watertown Campus, and be on yourway to earning your diploma and opening doors to a brighter future!
Watertown Scholarship Program
You’re in good company when you apply for this local scholarship. We’ve awarded more than $420,000 since 1991. Learn how you can apply after acceptance.
Early College Pre-Health Pathway
Get a jump start in high-demand occupations in health care. Earn Madison College credits and high school credits at the same time. You can attend part- or full-time. To be eligible, you must:
- Be a senior or junior.
- Meet enrollment requirements.
- Complete the WTCS Start College Now Application and submit to your high school:
- Fall Courses by 3/1
- Spring Courses by 10/1
Contact the Watertown Campus to make an appointment with our advisor to get started.
Watertown Campus Events
Madison College-Watertown is your neighborhood campus. Connect with us for various learning opportunities.
Healthcare Showcase
Join us at our Watertown campus for an event dedicated to our future healthcare professionals. Healthcare faculty will be on hand to answer questions.
Wednesday, April 15 | 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Youth Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR
Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6–8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. Students use CPR manikins to practice choking rescue and CPR! This course includes friends and family CPR. Please note that students do not get certified in CPR.
Please bring your own lunch.
Monday, March 30 | 9 am - 3:30 pm
Welding
Introduction to welding technology including soldering, arc welding, Tig welding and more.
Thursdays, April 9 - May 14 | 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Watertown High School
Career Discovery Youth Campus
Teens can explore different career paths through our Youth Camps. These hands-on programs introduce new skills and encourage participants to follow their curiosity while learning about potential careers.
Various dates, times and locations: June—July 2026
Jefferson County Financial Empowerment Center
The Jefferson County Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) is a free service for adults who live or work in Jefferson County. Our financial counselors are trained to provide help with things like:
- Making a budget
- Paying off debt
- Improving your credit
- Planning for your future
You can meet a counselor at the Watertown campus to learn about saving money, building credit, and getting ready for family needs.
This service is free because of support from Jefferson County Human Services, the Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin, and other sponsors like the CFE Fund.
Email Heather Nunez at hnunez@jeffersoncountywi.gov or Rhiannon Tonies at rhiannont@cacscw.org with questions or to partner with the program.
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. Our Adult Learning Center will prepare you for GED/HSED testing.
Future healthcare workers spend their days learning in a state-of-the-art nursing simulation lab.
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
- Counseling
- Tutoring
- Disability Resource Services
- Veterans Services
- GED/HSED preparation and completion
- Adult Basic Education
- Food Pantry (Call our front desk to make pick-up arrangements)
Transportation and Parking
Carpooling
Check out carpooling options with Wisconsin's Rideshare Program.
Parking
Park for free in the Watertown Campus lot.