C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

4-Year Public
📍 River Falls, Wisconsin 54022
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
C
52/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Quick Stats

5,064
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
82%
Acceptance Rate
$15,242
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Wisconsin-River Falls

3% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 127 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$418,460
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,496
1-Year Change
+5.0%
For parents & investors

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $418,460
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,496/mo — vs ~$534/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54023 (4.4% cap, Roberts)

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🏆 Where University of Wisconsin-River Falls Ranks

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

🥉
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
of 15 schools
#26
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
of 39 schools
#26
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,837 $15,118
Room $4,808
Board $2,780
Total Cost (On-Campus) $20,404 $28,685

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
25%
Receive Pell Grants
55%
Take Out Loans
$15,242
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,520
$30,001 - $48,000$11,067
$48,001 - $75,000$14,246
$75,001 - $110,000$17,463
$110,001+$17,858

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Animal Sciences, General 149 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 137 grads/yr Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision 73 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 70 grads/yr Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication 65 grads/yr Biomedical Sciences, General 65 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 53 grads/yr Psychology, General 52 grads/yr Communication Sciences and Disorders, General 49 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 36 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 34 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 32 grads/yr Accounting 27 grads/yr Criminology 27 grads/yr School Psychology 26 grads/yr Finance, General 23 grads/yr Natural Resources/Conservation, General 21 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 17 grads/yr Dairy Science 17 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers
$88k/yr 836,100 jobs
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary
$86k/yr 10,700 jobs
Animal scientists
$79k/yr 2,800 jobs
First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers
$59k/yr 65,400 jobs
Farm and home management educators
$58k/yr 12,400 jobs
Agricultural technicians
$47k/yr 18,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

5,064
Total Students
64%
Women
85%
Traditional Age (18-24)
3%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 87%
Hispanic 4%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 90%
Off-Campus (Renters) 3%
With Family 7%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~127 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 35%
Hybrid (Some Online) 57%
Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 85%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-River Falls?
University of Wisconsin-River Falls has an acceptance rate of 82%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Wisconsin-River Falls?
Tuition at University of Wisconsin-River Falls is $6,837 for in-state students and $15,118 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,242.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-River Falls?
The graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-River Falls is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Wisconsin-River Falls a good school?
University of Wisconsin-River Falls 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-River Falls?
University of Wisconsin-River Falls has a total enrollment of 5,064 students. Most students (85%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Wisconsin-River Falls?
Yes! Approximately 3% of students at University of Wisconsin-River Falls live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 127 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology