University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh — acceptance rate 87%, tuition $6,806 in-state, $14,719 out-of-stateUniversity of Wisconsin-Oshkosh campus, Oshkosh, WI. Photo: Royalbroil, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
C
47/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
C
40/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
13,761
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
87%
Acceptance Rate
$12,942
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh ▼
5%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$55,548
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$50,140
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,500
Median debt at graduation
46.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,090
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
16.1%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 59th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WI wage index 0.92). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $230,936
Avg rent near campus: $1,177/mo — vs ~$595/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54904 (4.7% cap, Oshkosh)
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🏆 Where University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~702 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person63%
Hybrid (Some Online)27%
Fully Online10%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)56%
25-64 (Adult)8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has an acceptance rate of 87%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?
Tuition at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is
$6,806 for in-state students
and $14,719 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,942.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?
The graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is 58%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh a good school?
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (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 (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has a total enrollment of 13,761 students.
Is there rental demand near University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?
Yes! Approximately 5% of students at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 702 students who need rental housing near campus.
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