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About University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

public masters universityhigh acceptance rateeducation and health focustest optional admissions

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is a public university in Stevens Point, WI, known for its public masters university, high acceptance rate, and education and health focus. With an acceptance rate of 89%, UW Stevens Point is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,722 students each year. UW Stevens Point is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1050–1240, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UW Stevens Point offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $4,398 per year; the sticker price of $28,017 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

89%
Overall Accept Rate
1145
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1050 – 1240 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

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Application Strategy
UWSP has a nationally recognized natural resources and environmental programs college, so if you are interested in forestry, wildlife, or sustainability, mention that specifically in your application rather than listing a general interest in science.
Essay Strategy
Essays are only moderately important at UWSP, so spend more time making sure your coursework and grades are polished rather than agonizing over multiple drafts of a personal statement.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$28k/yr$8.8k
30k-48k~$28k/yr$9.6k
48k-75k~$28k/yr$11.4k
75k-110k~$28k/yr$17.0k
110k+~$28k/yr$18.7k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

56%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
6,607
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

85%White
5%Hispanic
3%Two or More Races
3%Asian
2%Black / African American
1%Unknown / Unreported
1%American Indian / AK Native
0%International
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender44% Men · 56% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status100% Citizens and Immigrants · 0% International
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