
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Stevens Point, WI, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Around nine thousand students enroll at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point per year.
Students can choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Communications And Journalism
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point score in-between 21 to 26 on the ACT. 79% of those students that apply are accepted to University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, of which 45 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $7,900, while out-of-state residents pay $16,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $3,900 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The UWSP "Pointers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
Students who wish to view more about University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point can check out their website at http://www.uwsp.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students UW-Stevens Point accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is about 9,300. The student body is made up of 96% undergraduate students and 19% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,500. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $44 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State: $6,300-$7,600
- Out-of-State: $15,000-$17,480
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $260-$310 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $610-$730 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 84% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 60% | $3,629 |
Receiving Student Loans | 67% | $6,226 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point may offer student services like:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of UW-Stevens Point is close to 58%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 22% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 30% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 6% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Dance Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Basketball (Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Football (Wisconsin Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Soil Science and Agronomy (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communication, General (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (B)
- Web Design (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education (B)
- Special Education (B)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Music Teacher Education (B, M)
- Physical Education (B)
- Education (M)
- Teacher and Professional Development
Engineering
- Paper Science and Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family and Community Services (M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature (B)
- German Language and Literature (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Communication Disorders (B, M)
- Dietetics (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Health and Wellness, General (B)
- Audiology, Hearing Sciences (D)
- Nursing (B)
- Medical Records Administrator
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- International and Global Studies (B)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (B)
- Nutrition
- Computational Science
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management (B)
- Natural Resources Management and Policy (B)
- Forestry (B)
- Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management (B)
- Environmental and Wildlife Management (M)
- Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
- Public Administration (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Social Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Geography (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (B)
- Interior Design (B)
- Arts Management (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music Performance (B)
- Dance (B)
- Music (B)
- Design and Visual Communications
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.
- University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh in Oshkosh, WI (61 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Green Bay in Green Bay, WI (80 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - La Crosse in La Crosse, WI (96 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire in Eau Claire, WI (97 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin Colleges in Madison, WI (101 miles away)
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