University of Wisconsin Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is a public research university in Green Bay, Wisconsin, serving roughly 6,341 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 88.59% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $52,528 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,700
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,369 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 88.59% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,341 79.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 48.22%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
- First-Generation Students: 36.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 71.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1120
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 12,765
- Applicants (IPEDS): 6,373
- Room & Board: $8,292 annual estimate
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is located in Green Bay, WI (ZIP 54311-7001).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay public or private?
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is a Public institution.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Green Bay cost?
Published tuition: $8,700 in-state, $17,288 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $13,369.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,144 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,166 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,169 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $16,105 |
| $110,001+ | $18,975 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $34,800.
How hard is it to get into University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
Admission rate: 88.59%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1120 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
Total enrollment: 6,341 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 12,765 students.
Graduate enrollment: 542 students.
About 79% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
150%-time completion rate: 48.22%.
First-year retention: 65.9%.
What do graduates of University of Wisconsin-Green Bay earn?
Median earnings: $46,546 six years after entry; $52,528 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,500.
21.83% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (271 completions)
- Psychology, General (198 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (178 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (124 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (97 completions)
- Social Work (93 completions)
- Education, General (84 completions)
- Human Biology (72 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (49 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (40 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 88.59%; completion rate 48.22%; median earnings $52,528 at 10 years; net price $13,369. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,700
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay was $8,700.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,369
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Wisconsin-Green Bay had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,369.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,476 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,369 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$34,800 4-Year In-State Tuition
$69,152 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$8,292 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,792 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$71,168 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.
Financial Aid by Income Level
21.83% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
27.39% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,676 | $15,249 | $13,969 |
| 2014 | $7,758 | $15,331 | $14,042 |
| 2015 | $7,824 | $15,397 | $14,102 |
| 2016 | $7,878 | $15,451 | $14,880 |
| 2017 | $7,878 | $15,728 | $14,443 |
| 2018 | $7,878 | $15,728 | $14,487 |
| 2019 | $7,873 | $16,091 | $14,395 |
| 2020 | $7,873 | $16,091 | $13,092 |
| 2021 | $7,873 | $16,091 | $13,654 |
| 2022 | $7,873 | $16,091 | $13,404 |
| 2023 | $8,342 | $16,929 | $12,878 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
88.59% Acceptance Rate
6,373 Total Applicants
5,598 Students Admitted
1,258 First-Time Students Enrolled
22.47% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1120
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay reported total enrollment of about 6,341 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (73.1%), Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), and Asian (4.5%). About 21.83% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
79.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in 2024 is 6,341 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 12,765 students. Graduate enrollment is about 542 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
65.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 73.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
36.17% 100% Completion Time
48.22% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 36.17% of students graduating from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 37% male / 63% female
- Psychology, General: 11% male / 89% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 53% male / 47% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.
Return on Investment
$18,500 Median Student Debt
$52,528 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.22% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
882.27% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 70 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 271 completions
2. Psychology, General: 198 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 178 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 124 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 97 completions
6. Social Work: 93 completions
7. Education, General: 84 completions
8. Human Biology: 72 completions
9. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 49 completions
Most popular programs at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 71.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,077
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,613
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is a public institution located in Green Bay, WI, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 6,341 students. Student body composition includes White (73.1%), Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), Asian (4.5%). The admission rate is 88.59%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1120. The 150%-time completion rate is 48.22%. Approximately 21.83% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
Location
Green Bay, WI 54311-7001
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 70 distinct degree programs, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay located?
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is located in Green Bay, WI.
What is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is 88.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 6,373 applicants and 5,598 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Green Bay cost?
Reported tuition is $8,700 and average net price is $13,369 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,292 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay reports undergraduate enrollment of about 12,765 students, White (73.1%), Hispanic or Latino (10.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
About 36.3% of students at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay reports midpoint SAT about 1120 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of University of Wisconsin-Green Bay earn?
Median earnings are $46,546 six years after entry and $52,528 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
The 150%-time completion rate is 48.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Wisconsin-Green Bay students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,500.
Is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay public or private?
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is a public institution located in Green Bay, WI.
Is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay an HBCU?
No. University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay a tribal college?
No. University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Wisconsin college costs
- Wisconsin colleges by ROI
- Green Bay, Wisconsin city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Wisconsin
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.