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University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Kenosha, Wisconsin 53144

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Known for business — excellent value

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a public institution in Kenosha with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 3K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

40% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,129 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,044.

Established
1968
Mascot
Ranger Bear
Type
Public university
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Great Lakes
Division
Division II

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73%Acceptance
1090SAT Avg
2,951Students
18:1Student:Faculty
40%Grad Rate
$51,129Earnings 10yr
$10,044Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Wisconsin-Parkside Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate72.6%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 21
1825

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

72.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1090

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$7,855
Tuition (out-of-state)$16,497
Room & Board$8,286
Books & Supplies$590
Total Cost of Attendance$16,768
Average Net Price$10,044
Median Debt at Graduation$20,492
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$5,551
$30–48K$7,109
$48–75K$10,670
$75–110K$14,941
$110K+$16,329

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$10,044

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

62.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

17

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (77)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
2,951
Gender Split
55% / 45%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%

Race & Ethnicity

White 58%
Black 8%
Hispanic 21%
Asian 3%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate39.8%
Freshman Retention71.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,154
8 Years$47,336
10 Years$51,129

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$38,200
Men
$48,700

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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