Known for engineering — excellent value
University of Wisconsin-Platteville is a public institution in Platteville with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1190, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.9K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,760 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,754.
Established
1866
Motto
A Smart Investment
Mascot
Pioneer Pete
Type
Public university
Conference
Wisconsin
Division
Division III
87%Acceptance
1190SAT Avg
5,928Students
20:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$61,760Earnings 10yr
$14,754Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate87.3%
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
2127
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,315
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,274
Room & Board$8,174
Books & Supplies$220
Total Cost of Attendance$20,049
Average Net Price$14,754
Median Debt at Graduation$21,977
Monthly Payment (10yr)$233
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$8,666
$30–48K$8,552
$48–75K$12,737
$75–110K$17,051
$110K+$18,259
Programs (61)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,928
Gender Split
36% / 64%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%
Race & Ethnicity
White 89%
Black 1%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate61.5%
Freshman Retention80.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$54,825
8 Years$58,001
10 Years$61,760
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,900
Men
$58,500
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia