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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

Stevens Point, WI, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

The University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point is a 4-year institution located in Central Wisconsin. UWSP offers more than 120 undergraduate programs through its four colleges, complemented by the University College, which assists in the transition from high school to college. All majors begin with a foundation in cultural and environmental awareness, highlighted by the Inclusive Excellence Declaration UWSP has committed to. The 400-acre campus features a health clinic offering a multi-activity center, as well as a 280-acre nature reserve. UW Stevens Point is the first university in Wisconsin to attain 100% renewable energy, and, encouraging the university’s sustainability mission, students can take advantage of free city bus transit.

Acceptance Rate:
89%
Average Net Price:
$14,465
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
21
Average SAT Composite
1120

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$14,465
Calculate your net cost
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$8,834
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$17,854
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$8,500
Books and Supplies
$250
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$8,498
$30k - $48k
$9,655
$48k - $75k
$13,277
$75k - $110k
$16,541
$110k+
$17,721
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
81%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
29%
Average Aid Per Year
$4,169
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
29%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,621
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$1,097

 

Students receiving state aid
41%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2095
Students receiving federal aid
97%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,621
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$21,410,596
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$2,760,834

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
52%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,457
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$215
Students receiving federal loans
51%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,829
Average Other Loans Per Year
$9,611

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
89%
Acceptance Rate
8120
Students Applied
79%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
468
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is not checked
No
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionSeptember 1
Applications Accepted
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
90%
Out-Of-State Students
12%
58%
Submitting ACT
Average ACT Composite: 21
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1120
0
1600
3.3
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
36%
3.50 - 3.74
21%
3.25 - 3.49
15%
3.00 - 3.24
13%
2.50 - 2.99
6%
2.00 - 2.49
6%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
12
Top 25%
36
Top 50%
70
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
162
$30k - $48k
134
$48k - $75k
188
$75k - $110k
215
$110k+
288

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 715-346-2441
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
7,964
Total Number of Undergrads
7,313
0
100
34%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
59%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
21:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
34%
20-39 Students
48%
40-99 Students
14%
100+ Students
1%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
74

Faculty Overview

0
100
73%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
43%
57%
Residency
In-State Students
90%
Out-Of-State Students
12%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
34
Countries Represented
20
Ethnicity
African American
2%
Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
Hispanic
4%
White
86%
Multiracial
3%
Unknown
1%
Percent of First Generation Students
31%
Student Organizations
247
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
23%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
45%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Pointers
School Colors
purple and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conference
Total Male Athletes
447
Total Female Athletes
274
Intramural Sports
18
Sports Club
4
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Ice Hockey
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field
  • Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is not checked
No

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,600
Top 5 Cities
Wausau
Milwaukee
Oshkosh
Madison
Minneapolis
Top 5 Employers
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Sentry
Skyward
Aspirus
Associated Bank
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Business Development
Education
Sales
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,750
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$215
The professors here, really want to help you. They know how to teach in a fun way.
Gao Kalia from Appleton, WI
The classes are great for any kind of student whether you enjoy large lecture halls, or small sized classes. Every professor takes the time to get to know you on a professional manner and the school environment is safe and friendly.
Oralia from Burr Ridge, IL
I am a first semester sophomore and I have learned a lot in the past year and a half. Being in a University allows me to learn a lot more in all areas and subjects. I am learning new information and I see how each subject intertwines with each other. I am not only learning in the classroom, but I am also learning how to live on my own, how to be more independent, and money mangement.
sarah from Milwaukee, WI
The classes are small enough so you can get to know your teachers and ask for help on a one on one basis.
Jacquleyn from Mondovi, WI
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is a great college to attend if you prefer a generally smaller sized campus. Class sizes tend to be smaller as a result which I find very beneficial. Additionally most professors are welcome to questions and will often meet outside of class to help when asked.
Daniel from Tomahawk, WI
I'm a College of Natural Resources major in Resource Management: Environmental Ed/Interpretation and going for certification in Wetland Sciences. The professors at this school for any discipline are amazing! It's a small enough school that they take time to get to know you, and you build relationships with them so they can be used as references! The teachers understand that everyone is going for a different major and they know not everyone is good at every class. Very fair graders and willing to work with students needs. Plus, they offer all sorts of gym courses from rock climbing to tennis, badminton, taekwondo (which I volunteer and teach at the University! and in TKD Club!) and others like CPR, so even if you're not a fan of gym, you can find something for you!
Katie from Stevens Point, WI
This University allows you to learn in more than just the classroom, there are hundreds of ways to get involved on campus, and everyone is incredibly friendly. This is my third year at this University, and I feel more at home here than in the town I grew up in. You will definitely be welcomed.
Morgan from Stevens Point, WI
Point is a safe environment because it's such a small and quiet town, that whomever goes there, will feel secured . It is also very friend and can really pull in people into clubs to make them feel welcome. Lastly, UWSP is a college that really wants their students to do well academically but also in their future when they graduate from there.
Mai from Milwaukee, WI
the university os wisconsin-stevens point is a great school. there are many teachers who care about their students. the education recieved is outstanding; i feel like i will be ready for my career when i graduate.
Megan from Wisconsin Rapids, WI
stevens point is a beautiful campus and is very environmentally conscious. it has a beautiful campus with a reserve and hiking trails right by the dorms. it is an amazing place if you are into natural resources and being around nature.
Ariana from Baraboo, WI