University of Wisconsin Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Wisconsin-Stout is a public research university in Menomonie, Wisconsin, serving roughly 5,842 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 87.67% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $58,084 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,701
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,490 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 87.67% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 5,842 83.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 54.86%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 27.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 6.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 72.1%
- Average SAT Score: 1150
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,815
- Applicants (IPEDS): 6,440
- Room & Board: $9,008 annual estimate
University of Wisconsin-Stout: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Wisconsin-Stout, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Wisconsin-Stout?
University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, WI (ZIP 54751).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is University of Wisconsin-Stout public or private?
University of Wisconsin-Stout is a Public institution.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Stout cost?
Published tuition: $10,701 in-state, $19,265 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $17,490.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,966 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,229 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,164 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,528 |
| $110,001+ | $22,028 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $42,804.
How hard is it to get into University of Wisconsin-Stout?
Admission rate: 87.67%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1150 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Wisconsin-Stout?
Total enrollment: 5,842 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,815 students.
Graduate enrollment: 790 students.
About 83% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Stout?
150%-time completion rate: 54.86%.
First-year retention: 78.9%.
What do graduates of University of Wisconsin-Stout earn?
Median earnings: $50,251 six years after entry; $58,084 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,000.
23.86% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Wisconsin-Stout known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (100 completions)
- Construction Management, General (75 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (67 completions)
- Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation (66 completions)
- Operations Management and Supervision (53 completions)
- Psychology, General (51 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, Other (49 completions)
- Graphic Design (46 completions)
- Food Science (43 completions)
- Education, General (39 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Wisconsin-Stout a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 87.67%; completion rate 54.86%; median earnings $58,084 at 10 years; net price $17,490. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,701
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Wisconsin-Stout was $10,701.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,490
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Wisconsin-Stout had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,490.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$69,960 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,490 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$42,804 4-Year In-State Tuition
$77,060 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,008 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$98 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,807 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$79,228 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Financial Aid by Income Level
23.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
48.04% 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-Stout 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-Stout 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 | $8,968 | $16,714 | $14,928 |
| 2014 | $9,025 | $16,771 | $15,094 |
| 2015 | $9,203 | $16,949 | $15,648 |
| 2016 | $9,395 | $17,141 | $15,929 |
| 2017 | $9,456 | $17,423 | $15,679 |
| 2018 | $9,457 | $17,424 | $15,945 |
| 2019 | $9,463 | $17,430 | $15,839 |
| 2020 | $9,488 | $17,455 | $15,589 |
| 2021 | $9,553 | $17,820 | $16,456 |
| 2022 | $9,663 | $17,930 | $16,384 |
| 2023 | $10,142 | $18,706 | $17,365 |
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
87.67% Acceptance Rate
6,440 Total Applicants
5,457 Students Admitted
1,267 First-Time Students Enrolled
23.22% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1150
ACT Average: 23
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-Stout reported total enrollment of about 5,842 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 57% male and 43% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (82.7%), Hispanic or Latino (4.2%), and Two or More Races (3.6%). About 23.86% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 27.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
83.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2024 is 5,842 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,815 students. Graduate enrollment is about 790 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
78.9%
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 82.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
27.50% 100% Completion Time
54.86% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 27.50% of students graduating from University of Wisconsin-Stout completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 68% male / 32% female
- Construction Management, General: 99% male / 1% female
- Mechanical Engineering: 91% male / 9% 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-Stout.
Return on Investment
$23,000 Median Student Debt
$58,084 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.60% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
730.25% Return on Investment
4.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 73 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 100 completions
2. Construction Management, General: 75 completions
3. Mechanical Engineering: 67 completions
4. Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation: 66 completions
5. Operations Management and Supervision: 53 completions
6. Psychology, General: 51 completions
7. Computer and Information Sciences, Other: 49 completions
8. Graphic Design: 46 completions
9. Food Science: 43 completions
Most popular programs at University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Wisconsin-Stout graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Wisconsin-Stout from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 72.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,344
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,240
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-Stout is a public institution located in Menomonie, WI, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Construction Management, General, Mechanical Engineering. Enrollment is approximately 5,842 students. Student body composition includes White (82.7%), Hispanic or Latino (4.2%), Two or More Races (3.6%). The admission rate is 87.67%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1150. The 150%-time completion rate is 54.86%. Approximately 23.86% of students receive Pell Grants. About 27.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Menomonie, WI 54751
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 73 distinct degree programs, University of Wisconsin-Stout 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-Stout located?
University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, WI.
What is University of Wisconsin-Stout's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Stout is 87.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 6,440 applicants and 5,457 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Stout cost?
Reported tuition is $10,701 and average net price is $17,490 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,008 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Wisconsin-Stout?
University of Wisconsin-Stout reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,815 students, White (82.7%), Hispanic or Latino (4.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Wisconsin-Stout?
About 27.8% of students at University of Wisconsin-Stout are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Wisconsin-Stout?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Wisconsin-Stout reports midpoint SAT about 1150 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of University of Wisconsin-Stout earn?
Median earnings are $50,251 six years after entry and $58,084 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Stout?
The 150%-time completion rate is 54.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Wisconsin-Stout students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,000.
Is University of Wisconsin-Stout public or private?
University of Wisconsin-Stout is a public institution located in Menomonie, WI.
Is University of Wisconsin-Stout an HBCU?
No. University of Wisconsin-Stout is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Wisconsin-Stout a tribal college?
No. University of Wisconsin-Stout 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
- 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.