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University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Kenosha, WI · Public · Fringe rural · Website
- Admission rate
- 75%
- Accessible
- Average net price
- $11,233
- per year, after aid
- Graduation rate
- 41%
- Median earnings
- $57,115
- 10 years after enrolling
Summary
University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a public college in Kenosha, WI with 2,844 undergraduates. It admits 75% of applicants, and admitted students average 1090 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $11,233 per year ($7,970 for families earning under $30,000). 41% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $57,115 ten years after enrolling.
public college
Admissions
- Admission rate
- 75%
- Fall 2024
- Testing policy
- Test optional
- Fall 2024
- Applicants
- 3,911
- Fall 2023
- Admitted
- 2,840
- Fall 2023
- Yield
- 20%
- of admitted students enrolled
Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.
ACT Composite17–25
136
What University of Wisconsin-Parkside looks at
As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).
- High school recordRequired
- High school GPARequired
- College-prep courseworkRequired
- Class rankConsidered
- Essay or personal statementConsidered
- RecommendationsConsidered
- Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
- Legacy statusConsidered
- Work experienceConsidered
- English proficiency testRequired
Cost
- Cost of attendance
- $18,226
- sticker price, per year
- In-state tuition
- $8,658
- Out-of-state tuition
- $18,275
Net price by family income
Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.
- $0–30k$7,970
- $30–48k$6,934
- $48–75k$8,676
- $75–110k$14,757
- $110k+$17,524
Get a personal estimate with University of Wisconsin-Parkside's net price calculator
Outcomes
- Graduation rate
- 41%
- Freshman retention
- 69%
- Median earnings
- $57,115
- 10 yrs after enrolling
- Median debt
- $19,500
- at graduation
Students
- Undergraduates
- 2,844
- Student–faculty ratio
- 20:1
- Receive Pell grants
- 38%
- White58%
- Hispanic21%
- Black9%
- Asian3%
University of Wisconsin-Parkside FAQ
What is University of Wisconsin-Parkside's acceptance rate?+
University of Wisconsin-Parkside admits 75% of applicants, which makes it accessible.
What ACT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-Parkside?+
The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 17–25.
Is University of Wisconsin-Parkside test optional?+
Test optional (considered if submitted).
How many students apply to University of Wisconsin-Parkside?+
In Fall 2023, 3,911 students applied to University of Wisconsin-Parkside and 2,840 were admitted; 565 enrolled.
Does University of Wisconsin-Parkside consider legacy status?+
Yes. University of Wisconsin-Parkside reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).
Does University of Wisconsin-Parkside require an essay?+
University of Wisconsin-Parkside reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).
How much does University of Wisconsin-Parkside cost?+
The sticker cost of attendance is $18,226 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,233.
What is University of Wisconsin-Parkside's graduation rate?+
41% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.
Sources
- Admission rate, test scores, cost, students, and outcomes: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15. Admissions figures are for Fall 2024, costs for 2024-25, and earnings are measured in 2023.
- Applicants, admitted, yield, and admission factors: IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023), Fall 2023.
- IPEDS unit ID 240374 · How we use this data
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