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ACCEPTANCE RATE

73.00%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

79%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

19:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

14

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,889

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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University of Wisconsin – La Crosse

2420 Nicolet Dr, Green Bay, WI

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is a public college that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, in a predominantly urban area. UW-L has a yearly student enrollment of around nine thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Education
  • Psychology
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to UW-L score in-between 23 to 26 on the ACT exam. University of Wisconsin - La Crosse admits around 80% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, about 39% attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at uwlax.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $9,200 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs about $3,800 each year. Some students at University of Wisconsin - La Crosse may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Football (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.uwlax.edu to see additional information.

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates University of Wisconsin – La Crosse accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

University of Wisconsin – La Crosse has a total student population of about 11,000, with undergraduate students making up about 92% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.

$12,400

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Annual tuition range estimates:
    • State Residents: $7,600-$9,100
    • Out-of-State: $16,000-$19,680
  • Part-time students are charged:
    • In-State: $320-$380 per unit
    • Out-of-State: $630-$760 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid79%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships56%$3,083
Receiving Student Loans55%$6,644
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, University of Wisconsin – La Crosse may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work
  • Day care for children

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Medical Dosimetry Program
  • Music Program
  • Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
  • Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
  • Radiation Therapist Program

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Wisconsin – La Crosse is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
  • Basketball (Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
  • Football (Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
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Programs Offered

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  • English Language and Literature

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