University of Wisconsin-Stout

Type	4 year, Public
Campus locale	Town: Distant
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Medium
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	3,135
Student to faculty ratio	19 to 1
Acceptance rate	91%
Students retention rate	68%
On-time graduation rate	56%

Located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, UW-Stout is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 91% indicates that UW-Stout is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Wisconsin-Stout is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at UW-Stout is 19-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Wisconsin is 18-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

The retention rate of students at UW-Stout is 68% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Wisconsin is 74%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at UW-Stout do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

91.4%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$9,553

Cost of attendance at University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2022 for students from Wisconsin.

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Wisconsin's average	$7,873
National average	$8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$17,820

Cost of attendance at University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Wisconsin's average	$15,679
National average	$18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 69 of freshman students at University of Wisconsin-Stout received on average $3,619 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$3,619

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	256	20%	$3,848	$985,045
Other Federal Grant	358	28%	$4,122	$1,475,702
State Grant/Scholarships	238	18%	$2,264	$538,898
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	671	52%	$1,835	$1,231,561
Total Grant & Scholarships	897	69%	$3,619	$3,246,161

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Wisconsin-Stout students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Wisconsin-Stout students is 56.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 60.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 52.1%.

56.1%

asian 40.0% 26 students
African American 47.4% 18 students
white 58.1% 789 students
hispanic 43.2% 16 students
International Students 18.8% 3 students
Mixed Race 52.8% 19 students

Sport Conferences

Football Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Baseball Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Basketball Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Wisconsin-Stout provides the following additional services to its students

On-campus day care for students' children
Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Wisconsin-Stout offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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