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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601-9959

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Known for business — excellent value

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is a public institution in La Crosse with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1190, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 9.2K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,378 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,374.

Established
1909
Motto
Mens corpusque
Mascot
Stryker the Eagle
Type
Public research university
Division
Division III
73%Acceptance
1190SAT Avg
9,194Students
19:1Student:Faculty
71%Grad Rate
$60,378Earnings 10yr
$15,374Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate73.3%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 24
2127

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,651
Tuition (out-of-state)$18,691
Room & Board$7,960
Books & Supplies$120
Total Cost of Attendance$18,115
Average Net Price$15,374
Median Debt at Graduation$22,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$239

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$6,798
$30–48K$8,794
$48–75K$13,175
$75–110K$16,528
$110K+$17,538

Programs (72)

Student Body

Undergrads
9,194
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
21%
Pell Grant Recipients
14%

Race & Ethnicity

White 89%
Black 1%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate71.2%
Freshman Retention85.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$49,626
8 Years$57,231
10 Years$60,378

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$48,600
Men
$58,200

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