University of Wisconsin – Platteville
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Wisconsin – Platteville
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Wisconsin – Platteville is a medium-sized public university located on a rural campus in Platteville, Wisconsin. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,270, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 87%. The university offers 51 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 62%, and a student-faculty ratio of 20:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $6,827, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $15,786.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile21-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
32%
Online student enrollment
20:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
86%
Unknown
1%
Black
2%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
21% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
10
Total Online Enrollment
2,119
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.32% online, 68% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
86% On-campus
14% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's2% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's82% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,827 | $15,786 |
| Graduate | $8,223 | $18,050 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $220 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,174 |
| On-campus other expenses | $5,360 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $9,774 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,360 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,290 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $20,581 | $29,540 |
| Off-campus without family | $22,181 | $31,140 |
| Off-campus with family | $11,337 | $20,296 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
21%
State Grant Aid
22%
Institution Grant Aid
88%
Pell Grant
21%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debtafter graduation
$41k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Golf
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 18 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Psychology. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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