Colleges Near La Crosse

Colleges and universities near me in the La Crosse, Wisconsin area

There are 3 colleges in La Crosse and 31 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 103,356 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Wisconsin with a population of 51,320, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from La Crosse. Driving time to these schools from La Crosse should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Luther College in Decorah, Iowa which is ranked #336 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is University of Wisconsin La Crosse enrolling 10,274 students. In terms of affordability, Mid State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $4,179 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near La Crosse.
La Crosse, WI within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Mid State Technical College
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Wisconsin Rapids, WI
 

Mid State Technical College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,779enrollment
  • $9,439net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

81 miles from La Crosse

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University of Wisconsin Stout
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Menomonie, WI

University of Wisconsin Stout

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#5 Best Public Universities in Wisconsin

  • 7,234enrollment
  • $15,510net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA

Applications Due Sep 1

81 miles from La Crosse

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University of Wisconsin Platteville
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Platteville, WI

University of Wisconsin Platteville

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

#4 Best Public Universities in Wisconsin

  • 6,486enrollment
  • $15,595net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.39Estimated Avg GPA

84 miles from La Crosse

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Riverland Community College
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Austin, MN
 

Riverland Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 3,175enrollment
  • $9,847net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.81Avg GPA

89 miles from La Crosse

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Clarke University
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Dubuque, IA
 

Clarke University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 965enrollment
  • $27,275net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 920-1160SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA

95 miles from La Crosse

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University of Dubuque
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Dubuque, IA

University of Dubuque

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#14 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,776enrollment
  • $22,879net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 828-1070SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA

96 miles from La Crosse

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Emmaus Bible College
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Dubuque, IA
 

Emmaus Bible College

Private 4 Year

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  • 206enrollment
  • $15,521net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1240SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

95 miles from La Crosse

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Loras College
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Dubuque, IA

Loras College

Private 4 Year

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  • 1,319enrollment
  • $21,886net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA

95 miles from La Crosse

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University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
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Stevens Point, WI

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#11 Best Public Universities in Wisconsin

  • 7,964enrollment
  • $13,702net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.27Avg GPA

Applications Due Sep 1

95 miles from La Crosse

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Divine Word College
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Epworth, IA
 

Divine Word College

Private 4 Year

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  • 68enrollment
  • $12,917net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jul 15

97 miles from La Crosse

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Wartburg College
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Waverly, IA
 

Wartburg College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#11 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,444enrollment
  • $23,683net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 970-1120SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA

99 miles from La Crosse

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University of Wisconsin River Falls
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River Falls, WI

University of Wisconsin River Falls

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#7 Best Public Universities in Wisconsin

  • 5,188enrollment
  • $13,427net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA

99 miles from La Crosse

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Globe University Madison West
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Middleton, WI
 

Globe University Madison West

Private 4 Year

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  • 140enrollment
  • $20,629net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

99 miles from La Crosse

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Western Technical College and is 1.3 miles from La Crosse. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Western Technical College are $4,636 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Western Technical College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.