Bookkeeper Schools in Madison, WI

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare bookkeeper programs in Madison, Wisconsin. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Bookkeeper Schools Near Madison, WI

#1

Madison Area Technical College

Madison, WI 4.3 miles away BOC Score 59.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 120
  • Annual completions: 4,231
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Herzing University-Madison

Madison, WI 6.7 miles away BOC Score 35.8
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 1,118
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Blackhawk Technical College

Janesville, WI 33.3 miles away BOC Score 45.1
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  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 1,207

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#4

Highland Community College

Freeport, IL 57 miles away BOC Score 54.8
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  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 908
  • Online programs available

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#5

Rock Valley College

Rockford, IL 57.1 miles away BOC Score 49.5
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  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,400

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#6

Waukesha County Technical College

Pewaukee, WI 57.4 miles away BOC Score 62.3
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  • Programs offered: 84
  • Annual completions: 3,510
  • Online programs available

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#7

Rasmussen University-Illinois

Rockford, IL 57.9 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • 6000 East State Street, 4th Floor Rockford, IL 61108-2513
  • (815) 316-4800
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 165
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Rockford University

Rockford, IL 59.3 miles away BOC Score 38.4
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 5

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#9

Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College

Rockford, IL 59.9 miles away BOC Score 44.8
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  • 1130 South Alpine Road Suite 100 Rockford, IL 61108-3900
  • (815) 965-8616
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 765
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Fennimore, WI 63.3 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 946
  • Online programs available

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Wisconsin Bookkeeper Salary Snapshot

Wisconsin
Wisconsin Median Pay $50,340 $24.20 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $50,670 $24.36 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 43-3031 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Accounting software trained on (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage)
  • Credential level (certificate vs. associate degree)
  • Industry certification prep (AIPB, NACPB) included
  • Payroll and tax preparation coverage
  • Online, hybrid, or in-person format options

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