About University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Founded in 1968, University of Wisconsin-Parkside. is a Public college. Located in Wisconsin, which is a city setting in Wisconsin, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 4,248 full time undergraduate students, and 123 full time graduate students.

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 20:1. There are 162 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Parkside include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate62%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range
ACT Range18-23

Admissions at UW-P are considered Selective, with ,30% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 31 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

67% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 30% were in the top quarter, and 9% 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-Parkside.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
19%
“We know about current events and vote”
69%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
13%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
13%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
63%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
50%
“I feel extremely safe”
31%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
44%
“We bought the gear”
25%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
44%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
7%
“Available in class”
67%
“They keep regular office hours”
20%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
56%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
38%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
13%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
69%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
6%
“We only party on weekends”
13%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
75%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
19%
“We know about current events and vote”
69%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
13%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
13%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
63%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
50%
“I feel extremely safe”
31%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
44%
“We bought the gear”
25%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
44%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
7%
“Available in class”
67%
“They keep regular office hours”
20%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
56%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
38%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
13%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
69%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
6%
“We only party on weekends”
13%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
75%
“There might be people who do”
13%
“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?

    50 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    48 Students rated off-campus housing 3.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    78 Students rated campus food 3.4 stars. 23 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    82 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    82 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 52 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    82 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 37 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    82 Students rated local services 3.7 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    82 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.

University of Wisconsin-Parkside REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of University of Wisconsin-Parkside?

18 Students rated University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Valerie - 09/21/2023

I like the student-faculty ratio. I feel as though it provides the opportunity for students to feel connected to their professors and allows for easier networking opportunities. I do not typically feel unsafe on campus. The only issue is that the doors are always unlocked and an intruder could easily walk in. However, there is not an easy solution for a public university.

Andrew - 09/03/2020

In my opinion, Parkside is not such a great school to attend. Through my time at Parkside, I cannot count the times on my hands or toes that I have been rejected by a professor for help. I had problems with one of my professors and went to talk to the dean. The dean had told me to talk to the professor about the problem. Clearly I would not be going to the dean if the problem has not already been brought up with that professor. I feel this school is just there to get the students money and make big claims about being diverse while simultaneously leaving people who have different opinions about big topics to keep their mouths shut or fear failing.

Katelyn - 10/03/2019

I love it here. I originally though I had wanted a larger school with a football team and all the school spirit one could handle. However, after coming here, UW - Parkside is just right for me. The smaller class sizes make class time feel more personable and I feel like I am getting more out of my education here. Professors are easy to reach and genuinely care about your education. There are so many opportunities to get involved on campus, you just have to know where to look. It's not located in a big city or around a lot of things, so the scenery no matter the season is beautiful. I take regular walks through the forest or the park nearby and I am never disappointed by the beauty I see. I am very happy I chose to go to school here, I think I would have gotten a sub par education anywhere else.

Marissa - 04/17/2019

University of Wisconsin- Parkside is a school in which commuting is more common. It is located away from the city a little, being surrounded by nature, but it is not much far from stores and food places. There are many opportunities to succeed if you look for them and professors are interested in helping you if you demonstrate it. Overall it is a good 4-year university.

University of Wisconsin-Parkside FAQS

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

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of Wisconsin-Parkside is 62%. 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?

    I am a returning student. I have an undergraduate degree and a law degree, I have practiced law and done other work, and I have a child. Despite the experiences I have had throughout the years, there are several things I regret not doing. So if I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to take advantage of all opportunities that are presented in college. I would tell myself to join clubs and organizations, to travel during the summer, to attend talks and discussions with visitors to campus, and to take every opportunity for new experiences. During my first college experience, I concentrated primarily on getting top grades. While good grades are important and did help in my future career choices, they cannot substitute for the knowledge and experience to be gained outside the classroom. I don't regret any of the opportunities I took advantage of in college; the thing I regret is not taking advantage of more of those oportunities.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Most students at Parkside are very friendly and the ones that aren't generally keep to themselves.

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

    the university of wisconsin parkside is very involved in activities, fun and small.

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

    I'm attending online, so I have no response for this question.

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

    I wish I knew how many oppertunities there are! I find myself wanting to join in, but there isn't enough time in the day. Also, I would have wanted to know that the professors would know me by name and have high expectations, not only for me, but for the entire class.

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

    It's difficult to pick just one, because I brag mostly about two things: The first being the amazing quality of my teachers. I have professors who have their doctorates in their respective fields and give amazing lectures. The second would be the beautiful area surrounding the campus. Parkside is located right next to an amazing and enormous park, with some of the most beautiful trees I've ever seen. Before attending UW Parkside, I attended UW Madison, a much larger and more competitive university. I feel as though Parkside is a much better fit for me.

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  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    The people that should attend UW-Parkside would be people who like quiet enviornments, like their main focus to be their academics, but still have fun with friends. They should want to be themselves and make new friends, and they should be someone who likes doing extracurricular activities, because Parkside has an activity for just about any kind of person.

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

    That the school happens to be in the more country side of Wisconsin than other University of Wisconsin Universities.

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

    UW-Parkside has a large variety of electives that are offered. I considered many different art schools, but I decided I would like to be well-rounded, rather than concentrate only on art. Also, Parkside was the only school that offered Digital Arts as a major, paired with Web Design as a concentration. My education here can on design as well as the technical aspect of using computers in conjunction.

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  11. What's unique about your campus?

    What I consider the best thing about my school is, that I am able to request for help and they respond to me quiet fast. I also like that it is a smaller school. It is easier for me to walk around and attend my classes on time.

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

    There is no person that shouldn't attend this school . there are always acticvities going on for all kinds of different groups and the school is so diverse everyone fits in perfectly.

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  13. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Parkside is well known for their cross-country course. We are also known for the high number of graduates that continue on to graduate of proffesional school.

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  14. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    The art and theater departments and their corresponding groups are very popular at Parkside

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  15. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Parkside is a great school that is kept clean and has caring professors!

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  16. Where is the best place to get work done on campus?

    In your dorm room

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  17. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    I've lived in the area all my life and haven't heard of any bad stereotypes of the students who attend Parkside.

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Student Body

Students

53%

female

47%

male

4,248

Total Undergrad Enrollment

123

Total Grad Students

14%

Out-Of-State

86%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

66

Student Organizations

6

Fraternities

7

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

17%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
9%
% Hispanic/Latino
14%
% White or Caucasian
67%

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.

79% of students attending University of Wisconsin-Parkside receive some sort of financial aid. 37% were awarded federal grants. While 57% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$15,356

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$700

Books and Supplies

$6,938

Room and Board

22,994

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$7,119
$30 - $48K
$8,778
$48 - $75K
$12,276
$75 - $110K
$15,371
$110K & UP
$15,578

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