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Score: 62/100

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

4-Year Public

📍 Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701

🌐 www.uwec.edu/

Outcomes

B+

79/100

Affordability

52/100

Resources

52/100

Experience

83/100

Prestige

43/100

Quick Stats

9,991

Total Enrollment

68%

Graduation Rate

82%

Retention Rate

19.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

76%

Acceptance Rate

$15,323

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire ▼

4% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 440 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$358,870

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,084

1-Year Change

+4.6%

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For parents & investors

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $358,870
Avg rent near campus: $1,084/mo — vs ~$592/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54720 (3.1% cap, Altoona)

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🏆 Where University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇

American Sign Language (ASL)

of 6 schools

#15

Communication Sciences and Disorders, General

of 96 schools

#18

Special Education and Teaching, General

of 100 schools

#28

Management Information Systems, General

of 97 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$7,645	$16,884
Room	$5,325
Board	$3,700
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$22,243	$31,482

Financial Aid

78%

Receive Any Aid

18%

Receive Pell Grants

50%

Take Out Loans

$15,323

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$9,565
$30,001 - $48,000	$10,534
$48,001 - $75,000	$13,803
$75,001 - $110,000	$18,951
$110,001+	$20,469

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 281 grads/yr Psychology, General 150 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 144 grads/yr Communication Sciences and Disorders, General 138 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 125 grads/yr Finance, General 121 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 111 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 104 grads/yr Social Work 103 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 88 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 80 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 67 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 64 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 61 grads/yr Accounting 58 grads/yr American Sign Language (ASL) 48 grads/yr Music, General 48 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 47 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 45 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 44 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Compensation and benefits managers

$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Human resources managers

$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Training and development managers

$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Industrial production managers

$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Administrative services managers

$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

9,991

Total Students

61%

Women

93%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 85%

Hispanic 4%

Black 1%

Asian 3%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 87%

Off-Campus (Renters) 4%

With Family 8%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~440 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 56%

Hybrid (Some Online) 36%

Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 93%

25-64 (Adult) 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire?

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has an acceptance rate of 76%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire?

Tuition at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is $7,645 for in-state students and $16,884 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,323.

What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire?

The graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire a good school?

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire?

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has a total enrollment of 9,991 students. Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire?

Yes! Approximately 4% of students at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 440 students who need rental housing near campus.

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