C+

Above Average

Score: 58/100

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

4-Year Public

📍 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211

🌐 uwm.edu/

Outcomes

67/100

Affordability

C+

55/100

Resources

54/100

Experience

B+

74/100

Prestige

43/100

Quick Stats

22,481

Total Enrollment

51%

Graduation Rate

72%

Retention Rate

17.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

88%

Acceptance Rate

$16,499

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ▼

6% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,439 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$539,534

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,401

1-Year Change

+9.2%

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For parents & investors

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $539,534
Avg rent near campus: $1,401/mo — vs ~$700/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53206 (8.2% cap, Milwaukee)

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🏆 Where University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Ranks

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

#16

Operations Management and Supervision

of 48 schools

#17

Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist

of 33 schools

#30

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$8,455	$20,455
Room	$6,297
Board	$4,433
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$25,400	$37,400

Financial Aid

89%

Receive Any Aid

35%

Receive Pell Grants

48%

Take Out Loans

$16,499

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$10,860
$30,001 - $48,000	$12,001
$48,001 - $75,000	$15,762
$75,001 - $110,000	$19,773
$110,001+	$21,112

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 280 grads/yr Research and Experimental Psychology, Other 275 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 232 grads/yr Computer Science 183 grads/yr Social Work 181 grads/yr Education, General 171 grads/yr Finance, General 166 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 161 grads/yr Library and Information Science 158 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 147 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 132 grads/yr Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 120 grads/yr Film/Cinema/Media Studies 111 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 107 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 100 grads/yr Operations Management and Supervision 92 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 90 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 79 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 79 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 77 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Psychologists, all other

$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Psychology teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 52,500 jobs

Marketing managers

$161k/yr 407,000 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Advertising and promotions managers

$127k/yr 27,000 jobs

Student Demographics

22,481

Total Students

57%

Women

80%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%

Hispanic 13%

Black 7%

Asian 7%

Two or More 4%

Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 70%

Off-Campus (Renters) 6%

With Family 24%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,439 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 36%

Hybrid (Some Online) 51%

Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%

25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

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

Tuition at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is $8,455 for in-state students and $20,455 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $16,499.

What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?

The graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee a good school?

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). 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 (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has a total enrollment of 22,481 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?

Yes! Approximately 6% of students at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,439 students who need rental housing near campus.

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