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University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

Stevens Point, Wisconsin

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Overview

Enrollment

7,964
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point overview
Location Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Online uwsp.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Distant Town
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, established in 1894, is a public institution settled on a 406-acre campus in the small city of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, approximately 110 miles west of Green Bay. Recognized for its strong emphasis on environmental sustainability and conservation, the university offers a comprehensive selection of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable majors in natural resources and environmental sciences, as well as education and fine arts. The campus architecture is characterized by a blend of traditional and modern styles with facilities that support academic and extracurricular activities. UW-Stevens Point provides on-campus housing options to foster a supportive learning environment. While the university maintains a moderately selective admissions policy, it aims to accommodate a diverse range of students. It does not have a broad reputation for intercollegiate athletics.

In the most recent statistical year 8,120 prospective students applied, and 7,231 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,722 enrolled in the school.  6,491 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,473 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,698 plus fees of $1,678. UWSP is ranked 860 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

4/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

3/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

2/10

Value

UWSP is rated within the lower 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Easy
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point overview
ACT 19/24
GPA 3.27

Applications Accepted

89.1% 
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point overview
Applications Due Sep 1, 2024
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $25

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Annual Cost to Attend

Wisconsin Resident Tuition

$6,698
In State Costs for University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$250
Other Fees$1,678
Room and Board $8,000
Budget for Other Expenses$3,044
Total One Year Cost$19,670

Out of State Resident Tuition

$15,402
Out of State Costs for University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$250
Other Fees$1,678
Room and Board $8,000
Budget for Other Expenses$3,044
Total One Year Cost$28,374

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$41,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

61% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of Wisconsin Stevens Point students
Subject Percent of Class
Natural Resources Conservation 13%
Education 12%
Social Sciences 11%
Business 9%
Visual and Performing Arts 7%

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Questions and Answers

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Last updated February 24, 2024