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Your chances of getting into University of Wisconsin Parkside

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

72.8%
Admission Difficulty for University of Wisconsin Parkside
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Parkside is 72.8%.  Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in Wisconsin.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Parkside and can you get accepted?

Parkside is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,107 out of the 2,893 who applied were admitted.

University of Wisconsin Parkside typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.31. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Parkside?

73% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Wisconsin Parkside you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.31 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Parkside GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.31

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Wisconsin Parkside?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Parkside are to have around a 3.31 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Parkside accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Parkside is 3.31 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #22 in Wisconsin for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Parkside is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Wisconsin Parkside students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 1.9% Good
3.75 to 3.99 17.7% Good
3.50 to 3.74 23.7% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 16.1% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.2% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 22.9% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.2% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.4% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Parkside SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Wisconsin Parkside. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 85% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for University of Wisconsin Parkside
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for University of Wisconsin Parkside
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Parkside ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

85%
ACT Scores for University of Wisconsin Parkside
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 16
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for University of Wisconsin Parkside
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 23
Math 75th Percentile 23
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Parkside?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Parkside is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 23.  The school ranks #28 in Wisconsin for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 85 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Wisconsin Parkside.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Wisconsin Parkside is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Parkside for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 23 ACT score.

University of Wisconsin Parkside admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >84%
20 to 23 Avg + 73%-84%
17 to 20 Avg - 59%-73%
14 to 17 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 14 Low <43%
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High School Class Rank

80% of University of Wisconsin Parkside freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 39% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Wisconsin Parkside students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14%
Top 25% of class 39%
Top 50% of class 80%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Wisconsin Parkside admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,654 1,239 2,893
Accepted 1,222 885 2,107
Acceptance Rate 74% 71% 73%
Enrolled 245 197 442
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 22% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Wisconsin Parkside is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Wisconsin Parkside and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Wisconsin Parkside Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Wisconsin Parkside
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240374 IPEDS survey data for University of Wisconsin Parkside.

Last updated February 24, 2024