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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Whitewater, Wisconsin · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,909

Acceptance Rate

83%

Graduation Rate

63%

Annual Tuition

$8,250

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater earn a median of $55,356 ten years after entry — 2% above the national median. Acceptance rate 82.8%, average SAT score 1050, in-state tuition $8,250.

At a Glance

Total Students

9,180

Retention Rate

78%

Faculty Ratio

20

Financial Aid

47%

Median Debt

$23,188

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,050

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

17–24

Institution Overview

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 82.8%. It has a student body of 9,180. The university's retention rate is 77.5%, and its graduation rate is 62.9%. The median debt for graduates is $23,188, and 47.1% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $45,955. Five years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $47,909. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn a median of $55,356. The in-state tuition is $8,250.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$46k

1 YEAR

$48k

5 YEARS

$55k

10 YEARS

Top 40% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater alumni earn a median of $45,955. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $47,909. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $55,356. The median debt for students is $23,188.

The university has a student body of 9,180. The acceptance rate is 82.8%, and the graduation rate is 62.9%. The retention rate is 77.5%. The in-state tuition is $8,250, and 47.1% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 299 / yr
Median Salary $87,090

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 234 / yr
Median Salary $54,075

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 230 / yr
Median Salary $55,477

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 219 / yr
Median Salary $55,874

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 211 / yr
Median Salary $40,494

Marketing

Graduates 194 / yr
Median Salary $47,664

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 160 / yr
Median Salary $63,669

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 148 / yr
Median Salary $39,367

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 127 / yr
Median Salary $84,277

Psychology, General

Graduates 105 / yr
Median Salary $38,376

Biology, General

Graduates 101 / yr
Median Salary $38,331

Social Work

Graduates 96 / yr
Median Salary $48,870

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 80 / yr
Median Salary $51,881

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 73 / yr
Median Salary $33,318

Political Science and Government

Graduates 67 / yr
Median Salary $41,188

Criminology

Graduates 66 / yr
Median Salary $40,060

Human Resources Management and Services

Graduates 62 / yr
Median Salary $52,071

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 62 / yr
Median Salary $52,995

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

Graduates 48 / yr
Median Salary $58,302

Journalism

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $36,139

History

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $40,807

Visual and Performing Arts, General

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $28,226

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $49,958

Geography and Cartography

Graduates 37 / yr
Median Salary $42,580

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Campus Location

Whitewater, Wisconsin

Whitewater, WI 53190-1790

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is located in Whitewater, Wisconsin. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has an acceptance rate of 82.8%.