Colleges in Wisconsin

A member of Midwestern and Great Lakes regions of the US, Wisconsin is known for its dairy production, namely, cheese. Despite that, it’s official nickname is “The Badger State,” a reference to the way lead miners in 1830s lived in what looked like “badger dens” as temporary housing. Wisconsin experiences regular, heavy snowfall in the winter and warm, humid summers. There are 85 colleges in Wisconsin, the oldest being Carroll University while the most selective is the University of Wisconsin. The Cheese State has two law schools and two medical schools, as well as several special-focus institutions. Wisconsin produces 40% of the US’ cheese and 20% of its butter, and this same state also produces the most paper, supporting the Badger State’s economy. While most know about the touristy Wisconsin Dells, “the waterpark capital of the world!”, there are a number of other attractions. The Land O’ Lakes region, Door County, and Taliesin East, Frank Lloyd Wright’s country home, are also places of interest in Wisconsin.

Mequon, WI

Concordia University Wisconsin is a welcoming community where everyone is known by name. You have many choices at Concordia from playing on an athletic team, participating in clubs, pursuing a major that helps you achieve your academic goals, and...

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I am studying occupational therapy and could not be more pleased with the academic portion of my Concordia experience. I was able to begin taking classes related to my major in my freshman year, instead of having to finish a lot of prerequisites...

” – Elizabeth from Whitefish Bay, WI

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1170

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70%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$23,855

average net price

4,988

number of students

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Milwaukee School of Engineering

Milwaukee, WI

With campus a short walk from the Milwaukee River and Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee School of Engineering is an engineering and science college in downtown Milwaukee. MSOE confers undergraduate degrees in 18 science and business-related fields of...

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The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) is a much smaller school than many of the other top engineering universities in the Midwest. The size of the class is a major factor for getting a better education. Because of the smaller number of students...

” – Jeff from Carol Stream, IL

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1293

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63%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$26,541

average net price

2,729

number of students

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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

La Crosse, WI

With campus a short distance from the Mississippi River, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is a 4-year public school in western Wisconsin and part of the UW system. UW La Crosse is home to five colleges and schools granting undergraduate degrees...

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The classes are challenging. It is more difficult than high school, but I would assume that most colleges are. Most class sizes are relatively small. My chemistry lab had only 18 students in it! The teachers are very helpful and want you to do well...

” – Jennifer from Rolling Meadows, IL

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1220

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74%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$14,580

average net price

10,274

number of students

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Saint Norbert College

De Pere, WI

Founded in 1898, St. Norbert College is a private liberal arts school located in De Pere, Wisconsin. SNC is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church and is a member of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities. Popular majors include...

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The faculty at St Norbert are friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. The campus is always beautiful. Here at St Norbert we students have a strong sense of community.

” – Katie from Green Bay, WI

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1144

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84%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$25,859

average net price

1,882

number of students

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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Whitewater, WI

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a 4-year public school in southeast Wisconsin and part of the UW system. UW Whitewater is home to five colleges conferring undergraduate degrees in more than 50 majors and 119 minors. Additionally, UW...

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Whitewater has a great environment for learning. Class sizes can range from a small number of students to a lecture hall but you are usually able to find classes where you can choose whether or not you want a small or large class size. Most...

” – Rachel from Waukesha, WI

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1105

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82%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$15,249

average net price

11,079

number of students

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Marian University

Fond Du Lac, WI

Founded by the Congregation of Sisters of Saint Agnes, Marian University is a Catholic liberal arts college in northeast Wisconsin. Marian offers bachelor’s degrees in 38 fields of study and all majors feature on-the-job training and service learning...

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This college has many different possible majors and minors. It has classes based on liberal arts and those for specialized for majors. I am learning a LOT here. Not only through just the liberal arts courses but also the Nursing courses I am...

” – Tessa from Appleton, WI

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1025

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72%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$19,928

average net price

1,340

number of students

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University of Wisconsin-River Falls

River Falls, WI

University of Wisconsin in River Falls is a public, liberal arts institution in the western region of the state. About 30 minutes from the Twin Cities, the 303-acre campus is home to four colleges offering 70+ areas of study on the banks of the...

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Even in classes that I took similar ones in high school, there is always something new to learn. You get many different perspectives and are given the opportunity to explore them and choose for yourself. I've already gained more knowledge about...

” – Kelly from Brooklyn Park, MN

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1135

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84%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$13,633

average net price

5,188

number of students

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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

Oshkosh, WI

With campus overlooking the Fox River, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is a 4-year public school in northeast Wisconsin. The third largest university in the state and a member of the UW system, UW Oshkosh confers undergraduate degrees in almost...

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By having a mixture in class size I am beginning to see what works best for me. Pit classes are generally the hardest to learn in, but having a great professor makes things a lot easier. Professors are generally easy going & really are here to help...

” – Lindsey from Lomira, WI

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1105

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89%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$15,463

average net price

13,705

number of students

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Alverno College

Milwaukee, WI

Chartered in 1887 by the School Sisters of St. Francis, Alverno College is a Catholic women’s college in Milwaukee. Alverno confers bachelor’s degrees in 35 academic majors and 27 minors. In addition, Alverno eliminates letter grades and provides...

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They definitely challenge you & push you outside of your comfort zone! It may seem awkward at first, but I just finished my 1st semester here & I look back and realize how much I've grown already.

” – Ashleigh from Oak Creek, WI

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910

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90%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$20,080

average net price

1,596

number of students

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University of Wisconsin-Stout

Menomonie, WI

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, is a leading public institution located in northwest Wisconsin. As the designated polytechnic university among Universities of Wisconsin, UW-Stout emphasizes applied learning and...

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Just in my first year here at Stout, I have learned countless amounts of information spanning from who I am to what I learn in classes. Stout is a very technological school, when I first came to stout all I knew about computers was how to use...

” – Lindsey from West Allis, WI

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1120

average sat composite

86%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$14,951

average net price

7,234

number of students

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University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Kenosha, WI

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a public institution based in Somers, WI. It is a land-grant institution with a “selective” admissions process. Top fields of study include communications, sport and fitness management, and marketing. The...

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University of Wisconsin-Parkside is one of the best schools in the UW system, but is one of the most underrated of all the UW schools. The business school is excellent and has provides many opportunities for success. UW-P is affordable and in a great...

” – Marie from Milwaukee, WI

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1050

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73%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$11,327

average net price

3,947

number of students

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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

Green Bay, WI

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is a public institution based in Green Bay, WI. The UWGB campus is home to the Cofrin Memorial Arboretum, the Richard Mauthe Center which acts as the religious center, and a 2,000-seat Weidner Center for the...

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UWGB is perfect for anyone who wants to find a fun community with interesting classes.

” – Alexa from Niagara, WI

average act composite

1085

average sat composite

90%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$14,395

average net price

9,599

number of students

Colleges in Wisconsin

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