Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
88.44%
SAT Average
1,090
ACT Range
18-24
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 88.44%. This means approximately 884 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 16,762 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
88.44%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,020 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,020 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,174 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,177 | State avg: $17,077. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 30.19% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 43.78% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,020
Room and board
$10,980
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$3,600
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,174
Average net price
$16,177
Average aid coverage
27%
$5,997 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee pays approximately $16,177 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Wisconsin average of $17,077 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Wisconsin and national averages.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee net price
$16,177
Wisconsin average
$17,077
National average
$17,506
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,020 and average net price at $16,177. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,020
Current net price
$16,177
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
51.19%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,990
Undergraduates
16,762
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?
Undergraduates
16,762
Completion rate
51.19%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
30.19%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
43.78%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 30.19% of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 43.78% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is listed at 2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53211. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee | 88.44% | $22,020 | $16,177 | $54,990 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | 60.39% | $48,421 | $24,021 | $89,070 |
| Marquette University | 87.44% | $48,700 | $29,237 | $78,257 |
| Bellin College | 100.00% | $28,211 | $27,313 | $76,222 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 43.35% | $40,603 | $16,928 | $73,792 |
Similar Schools in Milwaukee
This local cluster focuses on nearby Milwaukee schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Milwaukee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's acceptance rate?
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 88.44%.
How much is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee tuition?
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,020.
What is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's average net price?
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's average net price in the local dataset is $16,177.
What is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,990 for University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accredited?
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?
The local dataset lists 16,762 undergraduate students at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
What percentage of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the local dataset is 30.19%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?
The federal loan rate for University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the local dataset is 43.78%.
Where should I verify University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee or the latest official federal education data.