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About University of Wisconsin-Superior

open access admissionsmasters level programseducation and business focus

University of Wisconsin-Superior is a public university in Superior, WI, known for its open access admissions, masters level programs, and education and business focus. With an acceptance rate of 96%, UW Superior is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 319 students each year. UW Superior is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. UW Superior offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $5,117 per year; the sticker price of $27,313 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Wisconsin-Superior acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

96%
Overall Accept Rate
20
Median Admitted ACT
ACTScore range: 17 – 23

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Wisconsin-Superior

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Essay Strategy
UW Superior sits right on the shore of Lake Superior and has a strong identity tied to the natural environment and the Great Lakes region, so if any of your academic or personal interests connect to environmental science, sustainability, or outdoor recreation, bring that into your application materials.
Application Strategy
UW Superior enrolls fewer than 3,000 students, so emphasize in your application why a small, close knit campus environment fits your learning style and goals rather than treating it as a backup to larger schools.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Wisconsin-Superior actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$27k/yr$9.7k
30k-48k~$27k/yr$10.2k
48k-75k~$27k/yr$9.7k
75k-110k~$27k/yr$13.7k
110k+~$27k/yr$17.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

44%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$42k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,827
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

77%White
11%International
4%American Indian / AK Native
4%Hispanic
3%Black / African American
1%Asian
0%Unknown / Unreported
0%Two or More Races
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender36% Men · 64% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status89% Citizens and Immigrants · 11% International
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