University of Wisconsin - Whitewater

Whitewater, WI

According to its mission statement, "The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. As part of the University of Wisconsin System, UW-Whitewater embraces the Wisconsin Idea and is an economic and cultural driver of our region. We are nationally and internationally recognized for the accomplishments of our students, faculty, staff and alumni. We are an inclusive educational community with a deep commitment to access that inspires us to serve students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities. We have a longstanding special mission to serve students with disabilities. As engaged global citizens, members of our community make positive contributions to the State of Wisconsin, to our nation and to the world. Our academic programs span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, and professional and interdisciplinary programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These programs prepare students to become lifelong learners who lead successful lives and productive careers." [Source]

Website: http://www.uww.edu/

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9,751
Undergraduate
Enrollment

39%
4-Year
Graduation Rate

$7,730
In-State Tuition & Fees
(annually)

$16,602
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees
(annually)

20:1
Student to Faculty Ratio

5.4%
Student Loan Default Rate

General Education Requirements

Composition

YES

Literature

YES

Foreign Language

U.S. Government/History

Economics

Mathematics

Science

YES

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Curriculum last evaluated: 7/19/2022

2021-22 enrollment and tuition data, and four-year graduation rates for first-time, full-time freshmen who enrolled in Fall 2012, are derived from the National Center for Education Statistics’ College Navigator.