School Information

30.1
Total Cost $16,139
Total Enrollment 13,192
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 24 : 1

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

http://www.uwosh.edu
800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54901
(920) 424-1234

The mission of the University of Wisconsin System is to develop human resources, to discover and disseminate knowledge, to extend knowledge and its application beyond the boundaries of its campuses, and to serve and stimulate society by developing in students heightened intellectual, cultural, and humane sensitivities, scientific, professional and technological expertise, and a sense of purpose. Inherent in this broad mission are methods of instruction, research, extended training, and public service designed to educate people and improve the human condition. Basic to every purpose of the UW System is the search for truth.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting City: Small
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, 74.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 32.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,738), and 56% receive loans ($6,889 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $5,864.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is $9,958 per year.

Yearly Tuition
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $6,349
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $13,922
Tuition Graduate in State $6,706
Tuition Graduate Out of State $16,771
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $16,139
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $23,712
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 5,206 people applied to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Of the applicants, 83.0% were admitted (79.0% male & 85.0% female ) and 43.0% accepted (44.0% male and 42.0% female)

Of the 11,672 undergraduate students at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, 21.0% are part-time. A majority (84.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 87.0% of the 1,520 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     96.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     76.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     33.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     14.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     46.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     51.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline September 15
Admissions Office Phone 920-424-3164
Admissions Office Email admissions@uwosh.edu
Admissions Office Address PO Box 2423 Oshkosh, WI 54903-2423
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.uwosh.edu/admissions/admissions-guidelines/transfer-students
Admissions Website http://www.uwosh.edu/admissions (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/admission.asp
Application Fee $44

In order to be accepted to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 24
ACT English (25th Percentile) 19
ACT English (75th Percentile) 24
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 19
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 25
 
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Architecture and related services 2
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning 2
Biological and biomedical sciences 79 5
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 73 5
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology 6
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 312 96
Accounting 33
Business Administration and Management, General 96
Finance, General 67
Human Resources Development 67
Management Information Systems, General 16
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 81
Operations Management and Supervision 48
Communication, journalism, and related programs 154
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 64
Journalism 49
Radio and Television 41
Computer and information sciences and support services 18
Computer and Information Sciences, General 18
Education 283 138
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 38
Curriculum and Instruction 42
Elementary Education and Teaching 154 14
Mathematics Teacher Education 7
Music Teacher Education 10
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 52
Reading Teacher Education 24
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 7
Social Science Teacher Education 23
Special Education and Teaching, General 36 13
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 1
English language and literature/letters 57 8
English Language and Literature, General 57 8
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 46
French Language and Literature 3
Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General 3
Spanish Language and Literature 40
Health professions and related clinical sciences 233 15
Athletic Training/Trainer 14
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 12
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 207 15
History 55
History, General 55
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 60
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 60
Mathematics and statistics 20
Mathematics, General 20
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 25
International/Global Studies 25
Natural resources and conservation 10
Environmental Studies 10
Philosophy and religious studies 20
Philosophy 13
Religion/Religious Studies 7
Physical sciences 22
Chemistry, General 5
Geology/Earth Science, General 12
Physics, General 5
Psychology 58 8
Psychology, General 58 8
Public administration and social service professions 77 32
Human Services, General 36
Public Administration 22
Social Work 41 10
Security and protective services 74
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 70
Fire Services Administration 4
Social sciences 135
Anthropology 9
Economics, General 41
Geography 17
Political Science and Government, General 31
Sociology 37
Visual and performing arts 90
Art/Art Studies, General 4
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 5
Fine/Studio Arts, General 56
Music, General 25
 
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