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University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
OSHKOSH, WI . 4 Year 3.6
#1386 in Best Colleges in America
800 ALGOMA BLVD OSHKOSH, WI 54901

Overview

The University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh is located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA, and was founded in 1871. It is a public university within the University of Wisconsin System. The university comprises four colleges: the College of Business, the College of Education and Human Services, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Nursing, offering over 250 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. UW Oshkosh emphasizes practical application and research, boasting nationally ranked sustainability programs and a robust technical education system. The campus spans approximately 166 acres and offers a vibrant student life and extensive support services, including over 180 student organizations. The university has an admission rate of approximately 89%, with around 12,627 undergraduate students and 1,153 graduate students currently enrolled.

Rankings

  • 80

    #80 in Top Party Schools in America

  • 1

    #1 6 in Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 102

    #102 in Best Greek Life Colleges in America

  • Top Party Schools in America 80 of 1,512
  • Best Greek Life Colleges in America 102 of 689
  • Colleges with the Best Student Life in America 386 of 1,509

Academics

  • B Academics
  • BValue
  • B+Diversity
  • BCampus
  • BAthletics
  • A+Party Scene
  • C+Professors
  • B+Location
  • BDorms
  • BCampus Food
  • B+Student Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    437 Graduates
  • Nursing
    269 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    113 Graduates
  • Biology
    92 Graduates
  • Psychology
    87 Graduates
  • Marketing
    74 Graduates
  • Finance
    70 Graduates
  • Human Services
    63 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    60 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    55 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 90%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Considered but not required
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    18-23
  • ACT Range
    $25
  • SAT/ACT
    Required
  • High School GPA
    No
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $4,031
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    73%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    55%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    96%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    7,236 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    5,710
  • Undergrads Over 25
    9%
  • Pell Grant
    25%
  • Varsity Athletes
    7%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    20:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)

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