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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is a medium, public institution located in La Crosse, wi. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse offers undergraduate degrees in 72 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics N/A
undergraduates 9,137 undergraduates
cost $9,232 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Wisconsin-La Crosse? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 74.3%
SAT score average 1190
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is known for one of its top majors: Biology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 19:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
19 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Business and Management
Education and Teaching
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Languages and Literature

Popular majors

Biology, General
Psychology, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Finance and Financial Management Services
Marketing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Business Administration, Management and Operations

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $9,232
Additional expenses
Room & board $6,942
Books & supplies $120
Other expenses $1,996
Cost of attendance* $18,290
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $18,290 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $18,051
Additional expenses
Room & board $6,942
Books & supplies $120
Other expenses $1,996
Cost of attendance* $27,109
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $27,109 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has a total undergraduate enrollment of 9,137, with gender binary students split 43% male and 57% female.

Total enrollment

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Enrollment by gender

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Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
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African American %
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Hispanic American %
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Asian %
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Native American %
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Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
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Multiracial %
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Unknown %
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Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

Campus info

map 1725 State St, La Crosse, WI 54601-9959
phone N/A
address www.uwlax.edu/
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsN/A
Intramural sportsN/A
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Wisconsin-La Crosse to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is located in La Crosse, wi.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse? 

The acceptance rate for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is 74%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

The average high school GPA for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $73,160.

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