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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

Oshkosh, WI · City · 6,877 students
4
Year
Public
City
Medium (3k–10k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, situated along the scenic Fox River, is highly regarded for its premier pre-professional pathways, boasting one of the state’s largest and most respected nursing programs alongside a top-tier, AACSB-accredited College of Business. On campus, students experience a vibrant and collaborative community characterized by highly competitive NCAA Division III athletics, over 100 student organizations, and a supportive, close-knit environment. What truly sets UWO apart is its national reputation as a leader in sustainability—consistently ranking as one of the country's top "green" colleges—and its exceptional commitment to funding undergraduate research, which allows students to collaborate directly with faculty mentors on hands-on projects early in their academic careers.


Wikipedia:The University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh is a public university in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the University of Wisconsin System and offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs.

Location
Oshkosh, WI, 54901 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
MKE · Milwaukee
81 mi away
Cost
In-state COA
$19,652
Out-of-state COA
$27,566
Avg net price
$14,305
Room & board
$9,410
In-state tuition
$8,532
Out-of-state tuition
$16,446
Books & supplies
$1,000/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$9,236
$30–48k
$9,654
$48–75k
$11,601
$75–110k
$16,853
$110k+
$19,223
Admissions
Admit rate
87%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1090
ACT midpoint
21
Composite 1825
English 1724
Math 1725

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Essay Requirements

This school does not appear to use the Common Application. Check the school's admissions website directly for essay requirements and application instructions.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
51%
4-yr on-time completion
27%
1st-yr retention
69%
Transfer-out rate
0%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
59%
Transferred
30%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
11%
Median earnings (6yr)
$50,140
Median earnings (10yr)
$55,548
Median debt
$21,500
Monthly loan payment
$228
Debt range (25th–75th)
$7,288$26,500
Debt (90th percentile)
$32,583
Student Body
Men 44%Women 56%
22
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
16%
First-generation
31%
Median family income
$65,029
Independent students
16%
Veterans
0%
Avg age at entry
21.0
Part-time students
14%
Race & ethnicity
White
79%
Hispanic
7%
Black
2%
Asian
4%
Two or more
3%
Non-resident
2%
AI/AN
1%
Unknown
1%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$50,140
10 years after entry
$55,548
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing287
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods98
Finance and Financial Management Services88
Biology, General83
Psychology, General78
Marketing74
Business Administration, Management and Operations66
Criminal Justice and Corrections61
Human Services, General56
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas45
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other44
Special Education and Teaching41
Social Work37
Communication and Media Studies34
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication34
Economics33
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Institutional
Endowment
$44M
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
75%
Avg faculty salary
$8,888/mo
Instructional spend/student
$10,569
Federal loan rate
24%

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