UWSP Admission Requirements

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UWSP Admission Overview

UWSP admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year UWSP admitted 91.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.27 GPA (B+) and ACT 19-24. UWSP is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UWSP Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

91.8%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

Acceptance Rate

The UWSP acceptance rate is 91.8%. Last year, 7,886 of 8,590 applicants were admitted. That is the 31st lowest acceptance rate in Wisconsin.

Admission Selectivity

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

UWSP is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.27. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UWSP GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.27

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.27

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at UWSP typically have around a 3.27 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. UWSP is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #26 in Wisconsin for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled University of Wisconsin Stevens Point freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 6.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 17.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 17.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 9.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 2.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

UWSP SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen who sent SAT

-

25th Percentile Scores

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SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

75th Percentile Scores

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SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UWSP ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

44%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 17
  • Math 17
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 24
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

Average ACT

Incoming testers at UWSP typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 19–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. UWSP places #27 among colleges in Wisconsin for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to UWSP without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >96%
21 to 24 Avg + 92%-96%
19 to 21 Avg - 87%-92%
Below 19 Below mid-50 <87%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

67% of University of Wisconsin Stevens Point freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 35% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Wisconsin Stevens Point students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 13%
Top 25% of class 35%
Top 50% of class 67%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

Open the UWSP chances calculator

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,096 3,492 8,590
Accepted 4,733 3,152 7,886
Acceptance Rate 93% 90% 92%
Enrolled 1,020 832 1,852
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 22% 26% 23%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2026 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Sep 1, 2026

Days left to Apply

1

Applicants have 1 days left until the Fall 2026 term applications are due on Sep 1, 2026.

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

UWSP is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 91.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.27 GPA (about an B+ average). Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240480.

GPA calculator: University of Wisconsin Stevens Point GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026