Overview
Enrollment
Founded in 1909, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is a public university located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, nestled between the Mississippi River and the picturesque bluffs of the Driftless Area. It offers a campus setting that combines natural beauty with the architectural charm of its collegiate gothic style buildings. Known for a strong emphasis on undergraduate education, the university provides a variety of academic programs, with particular strengths in health sciences and education. The institution is moderately selective in its admissions process. On-campus living is available to students in residence halls and apartment-style accommodations, contributing to a vibrant student life. While UW-La Crosse is not specifically renowned for athletics, it competes in NCAA Division III as the "Eagles."
In the most recent statistical year 7,290 prospective students applied, and 5,413 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,326 enrolled in the school. 9,133 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,141 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,585 plus fees of $1,647. UW-La Crosse is ranked 548 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
UW-La Crosse is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Wisconsin La Crosse within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#548 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#167 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Wisconsin
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Wisconsin
#582 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| ACT | 22/26 |
| GPA | 3.6 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Wisconsin Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $120 |
| Other Fees | $1,647 |
| Room and Board | $6,942 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,996 |
| Total One Year Cost | $18,290 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $120 |
| Other Fees | $1,647 |
| Room and Board | $6,942 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,996 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,109 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Biology | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 11% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| Education | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240329 IPEDS survey data for University of Wisconsin La Crosse.
Current students may use the University of Wisconsin La Crosse GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.