University of Wisconsin Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a public research university in Whitewater, Wisconsin, serving roughly 9,405 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 85.72% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,356 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,616
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,158 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 85.72% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 9,405 89.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 58.90%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 30.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 94.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1050
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 11,512
- Applicants (IPEDS): 11,190
- Room & Board: $8,090 annual estimate
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is located in Whitewater, WI (ZIP 53190-1790).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater public or private?
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a Public institution.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Whitewater cost?
Published tuition: $8,616 in-state, $18,716 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,158.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,440 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,752 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,176 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $16,551 |
| $110,001+ | $18,229 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $34,464.
How hard is it to get into University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
Admission rate: 85.72%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1050 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
Total enrollment: 9,405 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 11,512 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,662 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
150%-time completion rate: 58.90%.
First-year retention: 78.0%.
What do graduates of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater earn?
Median earnings: $47,909 six years after entry; $55,356 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,188.
25.17% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business/Commerce, General (385 completions)
- Finance, General (205 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (184 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (149 completions)
- Social Work (129 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (118 completions)
- Psychology, General (108 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (108 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (104 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (76 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 85.72%; completion rate 58.90%; median earnings $55,356 at 10 years; net price $14,158. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,616
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater was $8,616.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,158
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,158.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,632 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,158 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$34,464 4-Year In-State Tuition
$74,864 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$8,090 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$300 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,006 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$68,024 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.17% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.25% 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-Whitewater 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-Whitewater 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 | $7,578 | $15,151 | $13,183 |
| 2014 | $7,600 | $15,173 | $13,815 |
| 2015 | $7,637 | $15,710 | $14,107 |
| 2016 | $7,650 | $16,223 | $15,069 |
| 2017 | $7,662 | $16,235 | $14,310 |
| 2018 | $7,692 | $16,265 | $14,166 |
| 2019 | $7,695 | $16,416 | $15,249 |
| 2020 | $7,735 | $16,607 | $14,417 |
| 2021 | $7,730 | $16,602 | $14,856 |
| 2022 | $7,864 | $17,039 | $14,648 |
| 2023 | $8,250 | $17,916 | $14,785 |
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
85.72% Acceptance Rate
11,190 Total Applicants
9,261 Students Admitted
2,217 First-Time Students Enrolled
23.94% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1050
ACT Average: 21
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-Whitewater reported total enrollment of about 9,405 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 51% male and 49% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (78.0%), Hispanic or Latino (9.9%), and Black or African American (5.4%). About 25.17% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 30.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
89.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 2024 is 9,405 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 11,512 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,662 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
78.0%
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 78.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
41.92% 100% Completion Time
58.90% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 41.92% of students graduating from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business/Commerce, General: 57% male / 43% female
- Finance, General: 78% male / 22% female
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 46% male / 54% 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-Whitewater.
Return on Investment
$23,188 Median Student Debt
$55,356 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
41.89% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
877.47% Return on Investment
4.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 86 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business/Commerce, General: 385 completions
2. Finance, General: 205 completions
3. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 184 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 149 completions
5. Social Work: 129 completions
6. Communication and Media Studies: 118 completions
7. Psychology, General: 108 completions
8. Business Administration and Management, General: 108 completions
9. Elementary Education and Teaching: 104 completions
Most popular programs at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Wisconsin-Whitewater graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Wisconsin-Whitewater from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 94.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,017
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,065
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-Whitewater is a public institution located in Whitewater, 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/Commerce, General, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 9,405 students. Student body composition includes White (78.0%), Hispanic or Latino (9.9%), Black or African American (5.4%). The admission rate is 85.72%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1050. The 150%-time completion rate is 58.90%. Approximately 25.17% of students receive Pell Grants. About 30.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Whitewater, WI 53190-1790
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 86 distinct degree programs, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 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-Whitewater located?
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is located in Whitewater, WI.
What is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is 85.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 11,190 applicants and 9,261 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Whitewater cost?
Reported tuition is $8,616 and average net price is $14,158 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,090 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater reports undergraduate enrollment of about 11,512 students, White (78.0%), Hispanic or Latino (9.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
About 30.0% of students at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater reports midpoint SAT about 1050 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater earn?
Median earnings are $47,909 six years after entry and $55,356 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
The 150%-time completion rate is 58.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Wisconsin-Whitewater students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,188.
Is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater public or private?
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a public institution located in Whitewater, WI.
Is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater an HBCU?
No. University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Wisconsin-Whitewater a tribal college?
No. University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 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.