University of Wisconsin Stout

Overview

University of Wisconsin-Stout, located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, is a public university established in 1891 and is designated as Wisconsin's Polytechnic University. The campus, situated about 70 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul, blends historical buildings with modern facilities, reflecting its status as a career-focused institution with a polytechnic emphasis. Known for its applied learning approach, UW-Stout offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on engineering, education, and hospitality. The university is moderately selective in its admissions process. On-campus living is available through multiple residence halls and suite-style accommodations, catering to a significant portion of the student body. While UW-Stout provides a comprehensive array of extracurricular activities, it is not particularly renowned for its athletic programs on a national level.

In the most recent statistical year 6,231 prospective students applied, and 5,378 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,252 enrolled in the school.  5,331 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,903 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,014 plus fees of $2,649. UW-Stout is ranked 748 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.