Built for Students, by Students

Help verify tuition, housing costs, and campus life data

Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Milwaukee, WI

Wisconsin Lutheran College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in WI. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$35,080

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

79.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

64.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$54,664

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Wisconsin Lutheran College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Milwaukee, WI. With a competitive tuition profile of $35,080, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 64.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing540 – 660
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 28
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

79.0%

Transfer-Out Rate27.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$140,320

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$24,664

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$106,320

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$352,960

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Wisconsin Lutheran College is $26,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
52.7%
47.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
72.3%
Hispanic
11.3%
Black
6.2%
Unknown
4.6%
Two or more
2.8%
Asian
1.7%
International
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$35,080

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,218
$30k - $48k$14,305
$48k - $75k$17,500
$75k+$22,983

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,000
Pell Grant Recipients25.4%
Using Federal Loans70.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment72.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

79.9%

Success

64.9%

In-State Cost

$35,080

Age 25+ Students

2.5%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

475 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Milwaukee (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Milwaukee (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Milwaukee

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$845

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$979

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,170

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Milwaukee metropolitan area.