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About University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is a public university in Oshkosh, WI, known for its health sciences focus, accessible admissions, and business and education programs. With an acceptance rate of 89%, UW Oshkosh is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,738 students each year. UW Oshkosh is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. UW Oshkosh offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $3,743 per year; the sticker price of $27,764 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

89%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
22
Median Admitted ACT

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

Demonstrated Interest
UW Oshkosh hosts campus visit days and open houses specifically tied to their Titan Experience program, so attending one of those events and following up with your admissions counselor is a concrete way to show you are serious about the school.
Application Strategy
UW Oshkosh has strong programs in nursing, business, and education, so if you are applying to one of those colleges within the university, name the specific program and explain why it fits your goals rather than writing generically about the university.

Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$28k/yr$9.2k
30k-48k~$28k/yr$9.7k
48k-75k~$28k/yr$11.6k
75k-110k~$28k/yr$16.9k
110k+~$28k/yr$19.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

58%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$50k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
8,353
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

79%White
7%Hispanic
4%Asian
3%Two or More Races
3%Black / African American
2%International
2%Unknown / Unreported
1%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender44% Men · 56% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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