# University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Kenosha, WI. Source page: https://www.dreamschool.co/colleges/university-of-wisconsin-parkside

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.

## Key facts

| Measure | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Admission rate | 75% (Fall 2024) |
| Testing policy | Test optional (considered if submitted) (Fall 2024) |
| Applicants | 3,911 (Fall 2023) |
| Admitted | 2,840 (Fall 2023) |
| SAT Reading & Writing (middle 50%) | — (Fall 2024) |
| SAT Math (middle 50%) | — (Fall 2024) |
| ACT Composite (middle 50%) | 17–25 (Fall 2024) |
| Cost of attendance | $18,226 (2024-25) |
| Average net price | $11,233 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $7,970 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $6,934 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $8,676 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $14,757 (2024-25) |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $17,524 (2024-25) |
| Undergraduates | 2,844 (Fall 2024) |
| Graduation rate | 41% (Fall 2019) |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $57,115 (2023) |
| Median debt at graduation | $19,500 (FY2024) |

## What University of Wisconsin-Parkside considers in admissions (Fall 2023)

- High school record: Required
- High school GPA: Required
- College-prep coursework: Required
- Class rank: Considered
- Essay or personal statement: Considered
- Recommendations: Considered
- Demonstrated competencies: Considered
- Legacy status: Considered
- Work experience: Considered
- English proficiency test: Required

## 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

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Most Recent Institution-Level Data), released 2026-10-15: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/data/
- IPEDS Admissions survey (ADM2023): https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/datacenter/DataFiles.aspx
- IPEDS unit ID 240374. Methodology: https://www.dreamschool.co/methodology