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Public, 4-Year
Kenosha, WI

University of Wisconsin-Parkside

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

Annual Tuition

$7,855

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

72.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

39.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$51,129

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Kenosha, WI. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,855, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 39.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

72.6%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$31,420

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$21,129

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$179,870

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$391,160

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 40%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

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 University of Wisconsin-Parkside is $20,492.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
55.3%
44.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
58.5%
Hispanic
20.9%
Black
8.4%
Two or more
5.4%
Asian
3.3%
International
2.5%
Unknown
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
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

$7,855

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,551
$30k - $48k$7,109
$48k - $75k$10,670
$75k+$14,941

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$20,492
Pell Grant Recipients34.2%
Using Federal Loans37.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment53.9%

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

71.3%

Success

39.9%

In-State Cost

$7,855

Age 25+ Students

17.3%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

1,563 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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