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Your chances of getting into University of Wisconsin Stout

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

86.3%
Admission Difficulty for University of Wisconsin Stout
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UW-Stout is 86.3%.  Its admission rate is the 23rd lowest in Wisconsin.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UW-Stout and can you get accepted?

University of Wisconsin Stout is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 5,378 out of the 6,231 who applied were admitted.

University of Wisconsin Stout typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.35. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UW-Stout?

86% 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 Stout you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.35 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 22 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

UW-Stout GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.35

Typical High School Grades 

B+

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

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UW-Stout are to have around a 3.35 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.35 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UW-Stout accepts 86% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UW-Stout is 3.35 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 #19 in Wisconsin for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UW-Stout 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 3.4 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 Stout students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 4.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 23.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 16.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 15.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 16.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UW-Stout SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Wisconsin Stout. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 96% 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 Stout
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 Stout
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

UW-Stout ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

20-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

96%
ACT Scores for University of Wisconsin Stout
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 20
ACT Scores for University of Wisconsin Stout
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UW-Stout?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UW-Stout is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 25.  The school ranks #19 in Wisconsin for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 96 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Wisconsin Stout.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Wisconsin Stout 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 UW-Stout for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 86% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 93% with a 25 ACT score.

University of Wisconsin Stout admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >93%
22 to 25 Avg + 86%-93%
20 to 22 Avg - 79%-86%
18 to 20 Reach 69%-79%
Less than 18 Low <69%
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High School Class Rank

67% of University of Wisconsin Stout freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 33% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Wisconsin Stout students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 13%
Top 25% of class 33%
Top 50% of class 67%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Wisconsin Stout admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,900 3,331 6,231
Accepted 2,559 2,819 5,378
Acceptance Rate 88% 85% 86%
Enrolled 523 729 1,252
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 26% 23%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Sep 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2025 has passed. Applications were due on Sep 1, 2024.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

University of Wisconsin Stout 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Wisconsin Stout
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240417 IPEDS survey data for University of Wisconsin Stout.

Last updated February 24, 2024