Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Platteville, Wisconsin |
| Online | uwplatt.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
University of Wisconsin-Platteville is a public institution established in 1866 and is set in a rural environment in Southwestern Wisconsin, approximately 70 miles southwest of Madison. The university is spread across a 820-acre campus featuring a blend of traditional and modern architectural styles, with on-campus housing options available to students. Known for its strong emphasis on engineering, agriculture, and criminal justice programs, UW-Platteville offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The institution has a moderately selective admission process. While not primarily recognized for its athletic programs, UW-Platteville is part of the NCAA Division III, with teams competing as the Pioneers.
In the most recent statistical year 5,354 prospective students applied, and 4,574 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,437 enrolled in the school. 5,411 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,075 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,418 plus fees of $1,444. UW-Platteville is ranked 711 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UW-Platteville is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Wisconsin Platteville within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#711 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#248 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Colleges in Wisconsin
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Wisconsin
#54 in Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| ACT | 20/26 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.39 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Wisconsin Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $200 |
| Other Fees | $1,444 |
| Room and Board | $8,072 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,659 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,793 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $200 |
| Other Fees | $1,444 |
| Room and Board | $8,072 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,659 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,731 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 21% |
| Business | 16% |
| Agriculture | 11% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 9% |
| Education | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240462 IPEDS survey data for University of Wisconsin Platteville.
Current students may use the University of Wisconsin Platteville GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.