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University of Wisconsin-Stevens PointStevens Point, WI |
Main Address2100 Main St Stevens Point, WI 54481-3871 www.uwsp.edu |
Admission OfficeAdmissions 1108 Fremont Street Room 102 Stevens Point, WI 54481-3897 (715) 346-2441 Fax : (715) 346-3296 admiss@uwsp.edu Contact : Marc Young Director of Recruitment |
Type of SchoolMedium Public university 4-year school Coed Regionally Accredited North Central Association of Colleges and Schools College Board Code: 1919 |
Quick FactsRegular Application Deadline : September 1 Percentage of students graduating within 6 years : 60.0% Total undergraduates : 7,763 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 1,464 Percentage of financial need met (average) : 77.0% Average financial aid package : $9,106.00 |
School CalendarSemester |
Degrees AvailableCertificate Associate Bachelor's Master's Doctoral |
SettingLarge Town (10-50k) Rural Residential campus |
AdmissionApplication rolling begin : Aug 1 Regular application due: Sep 1 Priority application due : -- College will notify student of admission : -- Student must reply to acceptance by : -- Housing deposit due : -- |
TestsSAT Reasoning/ACT Score report due : Sep 1 SAT subject score report due : Sep 1 |
Financial AidFinancial Aid Application due : -- Financial Aid Priority Application due : Mar 15 College will notify student : -- Student must reply : -- |
Transfer StudentsTransfer Application closing date : -- College will notify student of transfer decision by : -- Transfer priority application date : -- Transfer student must reply : -- Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms : -- Transfer priority financial aid deadline : -- College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about : -- Student must reply to financial aid decision by : -- |
Learning EnvironmentCalendar type : Semester Student-faculty ratio : 19 to 1 Degrees Offered in : Certificate, Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral degrees Graduating in 6 years : 60.0% Returning for sophomore year : 73.0% |
Accreditation and AssociationsNorth Central Association of Colleges and Schools Regionally Accredited |
Most Popular MajorsBachelor's Associates |
All MajorsLevels at which colleges offer undergraduate majors are designated by these letters : A = Associate degree, B = Bachelor's degree, C = Certificate degree, D = Doctor degree, M = Master degree Agriculture & Related Sciences Architecture & Related Programs Biological & Biomedical Sciences Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Communication, Journalism & Related Programs Computer & Information Sciences, Support Services Education Engineering English Language, Literature & Letters Family, Consumer & Human Sciences Foreign Language, Literatures & Linguistics Health Professions & Related Clinical Sciences History Liberal Arts & Sciences, Gen Studies & Humanities Mathematics & Statistics Multi & Interdisciplinary Studies Natural Resources & Conservation Parks, Recreation & Fitness Studies Philosophy & Religious Studies Physical Sciences Psychology Public Administration & Social Services Social Sciences Visual & Performing Arts |
Learning outside the classroomMany colleges offer special programs like the opportunity to study abroad or participate in internships to get on-the-job training. Nearly all colleges provide extra academic help or tutoring to students who need it. |
Special Study OptionsDouble Major Dual Enrollment of High School Students Independent Study Internships Student-Designed Major Teacher Certification Accelerated Program Honors Program |
Off-Campus Study OptionsStudy Abroad |
ROTC AvailableROTC, Army |
Extended Class AvailabilityExtensive evening or early morning classes Distance Learning |
Computer Services1712 Public computers, available in: Computer Center, Dorms, Libraries, Student Center Dorms wired for access to campus-wide network Student web hosting available Wireless network available Dorms wired for high speed internet connections Computer repair service available on campus |
Campus General InformationSize : Medium-sized Unique Facilities : natural history museum; planetarium and observatory; nature preserve; pendulum; electron microscope; natural resources summer camp; fire science center; multicultural center Geographic Location : 110 miles from Madison, 240 miles from Chicago. Large Town Rural Residential Campus Total undergraduates : 7,763 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 1,464 Degree-seeking undergrads : 7,278 Graduate enrollment : 484 |
Student General InformationAll students average age : 21 Full time students average age : 21 In state students : 89.0% Out of state students : 11.0% Part Time students : 9.0% Percentage of males : 46.0% Percentage of females : 54.0% |
Race/EthnicityTwo or more races : 3.0% Black African American : 2.0% Asian : 3.0% Hispanic/Latino : 4.0% White : 86.0% Non-Resident Alien : 1.0% |
Other Activities & OrganizationsOther Activities & Organizations : Non-smoking and no firearms policies for all campus buildings. Student Newspaper : The Pointer Student Newspaper URL : http://pointeronline.uwsp.edu |
Housing PoliciesFirst-year students living in college housing : 72.0% All undergraduates living in college housing : 37.0% |
Housing OptionsMen's Housing Wellness Housing (alcohol/drug/smoke-free) Women's Housing Special Housing For International Students Theme Housing Coed Housing |
Additional Housing OptionsHousing deposit : $125.00 Housing deposit is partially refunded if student does not enroll. Car is allowed for freshman Pet is not allowed in the Dorm |
General AthleticsTeam Name : Pointers Sport Member : NCAA |
Sport's Levels AvailableIntercollegiate Intramural Club NCAA Division III |
Counseling And WellnessAlcohol/substance abuse counseling Career counseling Economically disadvantaged students services Employment services for undergraduates Financial aid counseling Health services Minority students services On-campus daycare Personal counseling Placement services for graduates Adult (re-entering) student services/programs Veteran's counselor Women's services |
Additional Programs for Students with DisabilitiesServices and/or facilities for hearing impaired Partial services for students with learning disabilities Services and/or facilities for speech or communications disorders Services and/or facilities for visually impaired Wheelchair Accessibility |
Academic Support ProgramsLearning center Pre-admission summer program Reduced course load Remedial instruction Study skills assistance Tutoring Writing center |
Activity Name |
Available on Campus |
Campus Ministries |
Y |
Choral Groups |
Y |
Concert Band |
N |
Dance Activity |
Y |
Drama/Theater |
Y |
Film Society |
Y |
Fraternities |
Y |
Government or Political Activity |
Y |
International Student Organization |
Y |
Jazz Band |
Y |
Literary Magazine |
Y |
Marching Band |
N |
Model United Nations |
Y |
Music Ensembles |
Y |
Musical Theater |
Y |
Opera |
Y |
Pep Band |
Y |
Radio Station |
Y |
Sororities |
Y |
Student Newspaper |
Y |
Symphony Orchestra |
Y |
Television Station |
Y |
Yearbook |
N |
Sport Name |
Levels Available |
Archery |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Badminton |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Baseball |
Men's Intercollegiate Men's Club Women's Club Men's NCAA Division III |
Basketball |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Cross-Country |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Diving |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate |
Football |
Men's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Men's NCAA Division III |
Football(non-tackle) |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Golf |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's NCAA Division III |
Ice Hockey |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Lacrosse |
Men's Club |
Racquetball |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Rugby |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Skiing |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Soccer |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's NCAA Division III |
Softball |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Women's NCAA Division III |
Swimming |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Table tennis |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Tennis |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's NCAA Division III |
Track and Field |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate |
Track: Indoor |
Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Track: Outdoor |
Men's NCAA Division III Women's NCAA Division III |
Ultimate Frisbee |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's Club |
Volleyball |
Women's Intercollegiate Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's NCAA Division III |
Wrestling |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's NCAA Division III |
Other Sports : marathon runners, judo, karate, Taekwondo, Belegarth, curling, cycling, fly fishing, paintball, waterski & wakeboard
General Applying InformationApplication Fee: $50.00 Application fee notes: Paper/Online Application Fee Waiver Available: Yes Total applicants : 4,316 Admitted : 3,593 Enrolled : 1,464 Less selective 83.0% of applicants admitted Applied early admission : -- Admitted early admission : -- Applied early action : -- Admitted early action : --
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ImportantAcademic GPA Class Rank Rigor of secondary school record Standardized Test Scores |
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ConsideredAlumni Relation Application Essay Character/Personal Qualities Extracurricular Activities First generation college student Interview Level of Applicant's Interest Recommendations Talent/Ability Volunteer Work Work Experience |
Test Policies for Admission DecisionsRequired for some: SAT or ACT |
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Test Policies for placementSAT Reasoning Test ACT AP CLEP Institution's own exam State test(s) : UW Placement Exam |
SAT score use policySingle Highest Test Date |
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Other Test PoliciesACT or SAT scores are not required for applicants over the age of 21. |
A note from the collegeAt the main campus, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, applicants must rank in top 25% of class, or have 21 ACT/990 SAT (exclusive of Writing) and rank in top 50% of class, or have 3.25 GPA. At the 2-year branch campuses, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield and University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Wausau, no specific units or credits are required as admission is open access. |
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High school class rank of incoming freshmenTop Tenth : 8.0% Top Quarter : 15.0% Top Half : 77.0% Bottom Half : 23.0% Bottom Quarter : 5.0% |
GPAs of incoming freshmen3.5 - 3.74 : 20.0% 3.25 - 3.49 : 16.0% 3.00 - 3.24 : 17.0% 2.50 - 2.99 : 17.0% 2.00 - 2.49 : 6.0% 1.00 - 1.99 : 1.0% |
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SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing700 - 800 : 1.0% 600 - 699 : 25.0% 500 - 599 : 51.0% 400 - 499 : 23.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
SAT Math600 - 699 : 33.0% 500 - 599 : 56.0% 400 - 499 : 11.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
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ACT Composite30 - 36 : 4.0% 24 - 29 : 27.0% 18 - 23 : 55.0% 12 - 17 : 14.0% |
ACT Math30 - 36 : 3.0% 24 - 29 : 33.0% 18 - 23 : 39.0% 12 - 17 : 25.0% |
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ACT English30 - 36 : 8.0% 24 - 29 : 21.0% 18 - 23 : 46.0% 12 - 17 : 25.0% |
Advanced Placement Program (AP) InformationOffers credit for AP Exams : Yes Offers placement into higher-level courses for AP Exams : Yes Offers sophomore standing for qualifying AP scores : Yes AP credit policy depends on student’s major, school, or program : Yes From the college: If you are currently a high school student, you can earn college credit if your school participates in the College Board AP Program. High schools participating in the AP program offer college level courses for which examinations are given each May. UW-Stevens Point grants credit and advanced placement for scores of 3, 4 and 5 on all AP exams. If you are awarded credit, it will be entered on your permanent record after you enroll at UWSP. Contact your high school or our Admissions Office, Room 102, Student Services Center, 715-346-2441, for additional details. |
Course Name |
Required |
Recommended |
Foreign Language |
0 |
4 |
English |
4 |
0 |
Math |
3 |
4 |
Social Studies |
3 |
4 |
Academic Electives |
0 |
0 |
Science |
3 |
4 |
Test Subjects |
Middle 50% of First-Year Students |
SAT Math |
540 - 640 |
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing |
500 - 600 |
ACT Composite |
19 - 24 |
Exam |
Min Score Required |
Number of Credits (By semester credits) |
Equivalent Course(s) |
Applicable Program |
2-D Art and Design |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
3-D Art and Design |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
Art History |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
Biology |
3 |
5 |
Biology 101 |
All |
|
5 |
5 |
Biology 130, 160 or 110 |
All |
Calculus AB |
3 |
5 |
Mathematics 225 |
All |
Calculus BC |
3 |
10 |
Mathematics 225, 226 |
All |
Chemistry |
3 |
5 |
Chemistry 105 |
All |
|
5 |
10 |
Chemistry 105, 106 |
All |
Chinese Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Chinese 201 |
All |
|
4 |
4 |
Chinese 300 |
All |
|
5 |
8 |
Chinese 300 & 301 |
All |
Comparative Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
Political Science 160 |
All |
Computer Science A |
3 |
4 |
-- |
All |
Computer Science Principles |
3 |
3 |
Computing & New Media Technologies 100 |
All |
Drawing |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
English Language and Composition |
3 |
3 |
English 101 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
English 101 & 202 |
All |
English Literature and Composition |
3 |
6 |
English 101 and 100-level humanities elective |
All |
|
4 |
6 |
English 101, 200 |
All |
|
5 |
9 |
English 101, 200, 202 |
All |
Environmental Science |
3 |
3 |
Natural Resources 150 |
All |
European History |
3 |
3 |
History 257 |
All |
French Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
French 212 |
All |
|
4 |
3 |
French 313 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
French 313 & 314 |
All |
German Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
German 212 |
All |
|
4 |
3 |
German 313 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
German 313 & 314 |
All |
Human Geography |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Italian Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
-- |
All |
|
4 |
3 |
-- |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
-- |
All |
Japanese Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Japanese 212 |
All |
|
4 |
4 |
Japanese 313 |
All |
Latin |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Macroeconomics |
3 |
3 |
Economics 110 |
All |
Microeconomics |
3 |
3 |
Economics 111 |
All |
Music Theory |
3 |
8 |
Music 110, 111, 112 & 113 |
All |
Physics 1 |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
|
4 |
5 |
Physics 203 |
All |
Physics 2 |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
|
4 |
5 |
Physics 204 |
All |
Physics B |
3 |
10 |
-- |
All |
|
4 |
10 |
Physics 203, 204 |
All |
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
|
4 |
5 |
Physics 250 |
All |
Physics C: Mechanics |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
|
4 |
5 |
Physics 240 |
All |
Psychology |
3 |
3 |
Psychology 110 |
All |
Research |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Seminar |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Spanish Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Spanish 212 |
All |
|
4 |
3 |
Spanish 313 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
Spanish 313 & 314 |
All |
Spanish Literature and Culture |
3 |
3 |
Spanish 340 |
All |
|
5 |
6 |
Spanish 340 & 441 |
All |
Statistics |
3 |
4 |
Mathematics 255 |
All |
United States Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
Political Science 101 |
All |
United States History |
3 |
6 |
History 176, 177 |
All |
World History: Modern |
3 |
6 |
History 101, 102 |
All |
*Check with the related academic department at the college for more information.
Exam |
Minimum Grade for Credit |
Credit Hours Awarded |
American Government |
50 |
3 |
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature |
50 |
3 |
Biology |
50 |
5 |
History of United States I |
50 |
3 |
History of United States II |
50 |
3 |
Human Growth and Development |
50 |
3 |
Introductory Business Law |
50 |
3 |
Introductory Psychology |
50 |
3 |
Introductory Sociology |
50 |
3 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
50 |
3 |
Principles of Management |
50 |
3 |
Principles of Marketing |
50 |
3 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
50 |
3 |
Western Civilization I |
50 |
3 |
Western Civilization II |
50 |
3 |
Financial Aid Distribution & Stats% of scholarship / grants : 42.0% % of loans / jobs : 58.0% % of freshmen with need who received financial aid : 97.0% % Applied for need-based aid : 80.0% % Judged to have need : 75.0% % that were offered aid : 73.0% % that had need fully met : 59.0% % of need met : 77.0% Average 1st year financial aid package : $9,106.00 Avg non need-based aid : $1,831.00 Avg need-based scholarship or grant award : $6,340.00 Avg need-based loan : $3,075.00 Avg indebtedness at graduation : $31,669.00 |
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Financial Aid DeadlinesFinancial Aid Priority Deadline : Mar 15 |
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Contact InformationFinancial aid contact name : Mandy Slowinski Financial aid office phone : (715) 346-4771 |
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Financial Aid FormsDomestic first-year financial aid applicants must submit the following forms, if applicable: FAFSA |
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Financial Aid PoliciesThis school practices need-blind admissions. |
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Non need-based financial aid determined byAcademics Art Athletics Job Skills Leadership Minority Status Music/Drama ROTC |
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Work Study ProgramsNights Weekends |
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Tuition payment plansCredit card payment Installment payment |
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ROTC ProgramsROTC, Army : Offered on Campus |
Cost Category |
On Campus |
Off Campus |
At Home |
In-state tuition and fees: |
-- |
-- |
-- |
Out-of-state tuition and fees: |
-- |
-- |
-- |
Room only: |
-- |
$7,428.00 |
$3,006.00 |
Books and supplies: |
$300.00 |
$300.00 |
$300.00 |
Estimated personal expenses: |
$1,940.00 |
$1,940.00 |
$1,940.00 |
Transportation expenses: |
$1,232.00 |
$1,232.00 |
$1,232.00 |
Estimated Total In-state: |
$3,472.00 |
$10,900.00 |
$6,478.00 |
Estimated Total Out-of-state: |
$3,472.00 |
$10,900.00 |
$6,478.00 |
Important cost information from the school: The tuition, room/board costs, and required fees will differ between the four-year University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point main campus and the two-year University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield and University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Wausau.
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Credit InformationMinimum number of credits: 12 Minimum college GPA (on a 4.0 scale): 2.25 Lowest grade earned for course that may be transferred for credit (on a 4.0 scale): 1 Maximum credits/courses from a 2-year institution: 72 Maximum credits/courses from a 4-year institution: -- Minimum credits transfers must complete to earn bachelor's degree: 30 |
Admission Requirements (Required)High School Transcript College Transcript(s) Statement of good standing from Prior Institution(s) |
Admission Requirements (Recommended)Essay or Personal Statement |
Students who applied for transferTotal students who applied for transfer: 911 Transfers admitted percentage: 78.0% Transfers admitted: 714 Transfers enrolled percentage: 57.0% Transfers enrolled: 521 Students who applied for transfer from 2 year schools: 75.0% Students who applied for transfer from 4 year schools: 25.0% |
Terms in which transfer students may enrollFall Spring |
Transfers accepted as1st semester freshman 2nd semester freshman Sophomore Junior Senior |
Services for students transferring IN from another schoolAdvisor Orientation Pre-admission transcript evaluation (determination of what courses will transfer) |
Special Requirements-- |
Admission for International StudentsApplication fee: $100.00 |
Annual College CostsRoom & Board(on-campus): -- Room & Board(off-campus): $7,428.00 Additional estimated expenses: -- Costs per credit hour: -- |
Financial AidInternational students eligible for non-need based aid Total Amount Awarded: $182,734.00 Number of enrolled international undergraduates received aid: 58 Non-resident aliens must submit the following financial aid forms: Foreign Student Certification of Finances |
Tests for International StudentsTOEFL Required of non-resident alien applicants TOEFL (internet-based test) average score: -- TOEFL (internet-based test) minimum score: 78 TOEFL (paper) average score: -- TOEFL (paper) minimum score: -- |
Services for International StudentsSpecial International Student Orientation Program International Student Adviser |