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UO

University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Kenosha, WIPublicRural Setting
Less Selective • 75% Acceptance
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75%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$11,772
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
2.8K
Students
Medium campus body
$42,154
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a public institution located in the rural setting of Kenosha, WI. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 2.8K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 75%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Public
Student Population
2.8K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
75% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Rural

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT ReadingNot Reported
SAT MathNot Reported
ACT Composite17 - 25
1typical 50% range36
75%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing21% of degrees
Social Sciences7% of degrees
Health Sciences6% of degrees
Biological Sciences5% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,850
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,495
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,189
Management Information Systems and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,370
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,349
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $67,130
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $18,095
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $64,177
Earnings 5yr: $70,307
Debt: $14,760
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,554
Earnings 5yr: $66,590
Debt: $20,996
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,014
Earnings 5yr: $55,403
Debt: $20,900
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,928
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $28,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,790
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $32,322
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,240
Earnings 5yr: $70,830
Debt: $25,349
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,156
Earnings 5yr: $50,384
Debt: $20,745
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $53,923
Earnings 5yr: $43,676
Debt: $26,000
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,123
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,925
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $46,647
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,375
Sociology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $46,005
Earnings 5yr: $38,842
Debt: $26,250
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $42,349
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Design and Applied Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $40,410
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $27,000
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $37,110
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $27,000
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $34,689
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Fine and Studio Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $31,577
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$11,772
In-State Tuition$8,270
Out-of-State Tuition$17,429
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

35%
Pell Grants
36%
Take Loans
54%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$42,154
+21% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$51,129

Completion Signals

40%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
69%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$151/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

45%
Men
55%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 45% men and 55% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
41%
Part-Time Share
19%
Avg Family Income
$57,967
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