About University of Wisconsin Colleges

Founded in 1933, University of Wisconsin Colleges. is a college. Located in Wisconsin, which is a city setting in Wisconsin, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 11,940 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The University of Wisconsin Colleges Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 21:1. There are 275 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin Colleges include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate75%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range
ACT Range18-23

Admissions at UW-Colleges are considered Less Selective, with ,7% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 53 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of Wisconsin Colleges.

8%
“We”re apathetic”
42%
“We know about current events and vote”
46%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
4%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
29%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
4%
“All the time, including weekends”
4%
“I”m always terrified”
4%
“I only go out in groups”
8%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
83%
“I feel extremely safe”
30%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
21%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
63%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
4%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
4%
“Available in class”
46%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
63%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
29%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
8%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
83%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
8%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
79%
“There might be people who do”
8%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
8%
“We”re apathetic”
42%
“We know about current events and vote”
46%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
4%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
29%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
4%
“All the time, including weekends”
4%
“I”m always terrified”
4%
“I only go out in groups”
8%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
83%
“I feel extremely safe”
30%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
21%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
63%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
4%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
4%
“Available in class”
46%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
63%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
29%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
8%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
83%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
8%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
79%
“There might be people who do”
8%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    27 Students rated on-campus housing 2.6 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    20 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    30 Students rated campus food 3.2 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    30 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    30 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 70 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    30 Students rated school activities 3.7 stars. 23 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    30 Students rated local services 3.8 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    30 Students rated academics 4.5 stars. 57 % gave the school a 5.0.

University of Wisconsin Colleges REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of University of Wisconsin Colleges?

27 Students rated University of Wisconsin Colleges

kylie - 03/28/2023

The UW schools are a great value option that offer a good education without causing you to acquire too much debt if you plan properly. UW River Falls specifically has fantastic people and a welcoming atmosphere. The campus is a good size to provide a cozy small-town vibe. Overall, UW schools are a great option to consider (especially if you live in Wisconsin or nearby).

Isabella - 03/05/2023

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is one of the best UW schools in my opinion. It is the perfect classroom size, so that you can get a more individualized learning experience. The University of Wisconsin -La Crosse is also located in the most ideal place. It isn't located in a huge city or a small town. It's a beautiful city that has many fun activities to do year round to always keep you occupied. The environment in La Crosse makes you feel welcomed and safe all the time. Everyone is happy for you to be there and wants you to experience the amazing parts of La Crosse with them.

KENDRIANNA - 02/21/2020

I attend University of Wisconsin Green bay and I honestly love it. I love my professors, the friends I've made, my dorm and just the campus all around. I love the fact that all of my professors care about my success and wellbeing's. Also I love the fact that we have underground tunnels that gets us to class so we dint have to walk outside in the cold. Everyone I've encountered on campus has been so sweet. Everyone ne is so nice, welcoming, and caring. Whenever I'm walking through the halls people will look at me smile and say hello. Getting greeted by someone you don't know can sometimes tend to make your day a little brighter. Lastly, I love the fact I have my own private bathroom in my dorm.

Beck - 12/19/2019

Honestly, UWM-WC sucks. The teachers are great, however, since UWM took over the staff is unhappy, tuition has gone up, and the website is almost impossible to navigate. The academic advisors can't count credits and aren't very nice. If I could give this school zero stars, I totally would. They don't even deserve one and a half.

University of Wisconsin Colleges FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at University of Wisconsin Colleges?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of Wisconsin Colleges is 75%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I were able to give my high school self advice, I would tell myself to stay on the path I followed and keep working hard to acheive my dreams. I had no difficulty adjusting to college because I have always been a grounded and highly motivated student. I've known that I wanted to be a veterinarian for my entire life. I vividly remember "spaying and neutering" my stuffed animals as a toddler. As I've grown older, that dream has only grown stronger. The more experience I obtain with animals, the more working with them feels like my destiny. I just completed my first semester of college, earning remarkable grades along the way. I would definitely tell my younger self to keep working toward my goals even when it seems overwhelming because it really does pay off in the end.

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  3. What's unique about your campus?

    The biology professors are very willing to help you learn and succeed and make themselves readily available to students.

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  4. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I am only boastful when I express how I excell in chemistry class.

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I would have benifited greatly had I been more aware of the financial aid process for school. That knowledge would have given me much less stress.

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  6. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    this school is the very enjoyable and very student oriented, however due to its small size there are times when the staffing isn't vailable to have the recousrces vailable to the students. like the library closes early on fridays.

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  7. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    University of Wisconsin Sauk County Baraboo is best known for providing an enviornment that mimics private schools giving you small classes and allowing you to visit with the professors and get the help you need without having to set an appointment or worry about how much time you have to get the information you need. This also allows you to establish relationships with the faculty and be known on a first name basis. When you attend a larger school, you miss out on that opprtunity.

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  8. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates all seem like me, students just starting their higher education later in life, but fairly educated already.

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  9. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    This school was the only one I considered. My only other option was a technical college and my transfer opportunities to a four year university were infinitely better at the two year university.

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  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about my school is the teachers, some are accredited and very knowledible and you can believe them, others seem as though they are a substitute teacher in high school who was an ex marine and doesnt know anything about the subject. Last year in my ENG101 my professor backed out at the last moment and was replaced by an old High School teacher who had been retired for 20 years, easy class but i did not feel as though i learned a great deal.

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  11. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    I wish there were more upper-level math and physics courses. The lack of higher level courses in these areas makes it hard for students majoring in these areas to stay at the campus long.

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  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Anyone who is not serious about working hard in the situation they are in. Most of the people who go to my school are there to save money, but that doesn't mean that they can't make the most of the school and excel academically.

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Student Body

Students

54%

female

46%

male

11,940

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

2%

Out-Of-State

97%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

14

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
4%
% Black or African-American
3%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
82%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

70% of students attending University of Wisconsin Colleges receive some sort of financial aid. 37% were awarded federal grants. While 32% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$12,143

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$800

Books and Supplies

$8,520

Room and Board

21,463

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$5,532
$30 - $48K
$6,690
$48 - $75K
$9,669
$75 - $110K
$12,228
$110K & UP
$12,955

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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