Founded in 1868, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. is a Public college. Located in Wisconsin, which is a city setting in Wisconsin, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 11,409 full time undergraduate students, and 1,248 full time graduate students.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 21:1. There are 482 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
69%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
50
SAT Range
890-1110
ACT Range
20-25
Admissions at UW-W are considered Selective, with ,64% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 30 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
76% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 32% were in the top quarter, and 9% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
2%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
59%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
14%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
2%
“We save it for the classroom”
23%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
16%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
32%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
66%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
30%
“We bought the gear”
59%
“We live for the big game”
9%
“It”s not really our thing”
12%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
65%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
52%
“They keep regular office hours”
48%
“They”re always available”
2%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
19%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
74%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
5%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
7%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
30%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
36%
“We only party on weekends”
27%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
9%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
70%
“There might be people who do”
18%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
2%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
2%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
59%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
14%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
2%
“We save it for the classroom”
23%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
16%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
32%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
66%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
30%
“We bought the gear”
59%
“We live for the big game”
9%
“It”s not really our thing”
12%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
65%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
52%
“They keep regular office hours”
48%
“They”re always available”
2%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
19%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
74%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
5%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
124 Students rated on-campus housing 3.7 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
96 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
132 Students rated campus food 3 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
138 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
138 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 54 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
138 Students rated school activities 4.1 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
138 Students rated local services 3.7 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
138 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
54 Students rated University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Preston
Prospective04/21/2025
I’m so excited to be starting at UW-Whitewater this fall! What really drew me in was the strong reputation for business and accounting—exactly what I want to study. The campus feels super welcoming, and I love that there are so many ways to get involved, from clubs to Greek life. Everyone I’ve talked to has said the professors are really supportive and that there are great opportunities for internships and real-world experience. I’m looking forward to learning, meeting new people, and getting the most out of college life at Whitewater!
Preston
Prospective04/21/2025
I haven’t started going yet but I’m really excited to move in this summer. I am looking forward to their fantastic business and economics department, and meeting new people. It seems to have everything I’m looking for. Can’t wait.
Delaney
College04/20/2025
I have lots of friends that currently attend whitewater, and they all have good things to say about it. They speak very highly of music department and the general culture at the school. They say that the students are all friendly and it is easy to get around campus. I'm really excited to attend next year because I know that I will meet new people and experience a good campus life. I've always been very interested in the theater, the arts and sports, and I've heard good things about all of these. My friends are in the music department, and they all say that everyone is pretty good friends. I don't know much about the theater department, but I know that put on good shows. My schools used to go see the productions there and they were always artistic and fun. Needless to say, I'm very excited for my freshman year at Whitewater, for many reasons!
Madelynn
Prospective04/14/2025
As a secondary option, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater stands out to me for its strong sense of community, beautiful campus, and supportive academic environment. I appreciate that UW-Whitewater offers a more traditional college campus experience with smaller class sizes and a close-knit student body. It feels like the kind of place where it’s easy to build connections with both classmates and professors, which is really important to me.
I’m also drawn to the wide range of academic support services and the university’s commitment to student success. Whether it's through tutoring, advising, or career services, it’s clear that UW-Whitewater cares about helping students grow and reach their goals. Outside of academics, I’m impressed by the number of student organizations, campus events, and leadership opportunities available. It’s exciting to think about getting involved and contributing to that kind of positive, active campus culture.
To elevate UW-Whitewater to my first-choice college, I’d love to see even more emphasis on diversity and inclusion initiatives, as well as expanded internship or career networking opportunities, especially for students pursuing careers in larger urban areas. If those aspects were strengthened, I think UW-Whitewater could offer the perfect mix of personal connection, academic support, and professional development.
Greta
02/12/2025
I am partial to UWW, as it is the only university I've attended. However, you do meet plenty of cool people for such a small school. I know plenty of people who come to college to party, but there are also the groups who are very academic, who I usually stick with!
Andreana
01/07/2023
I love Whitewater, it is a small, simple town but it's what you make of it. Try to make friends and participate in activities. The academics are great and the housing is average. The food is getting better unless you are super picky. Overall, I love this school and the friends I've made.
Sophia
12/17/2021
I like that all the class sizes are just right for me. At a maximum, there would be around 40 kids in a class. This is only for science classes. Most classes are between 20-30 students. The city of Whitewater is small enough to feel homey but large enough to not feel in the middle of nowhere.
Alliyah
11/06/2021
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a great school! They have plenty of majors to pick from, classes are all achievable, the staff are always friendly and there to help, there are many students on campus so it's not hard to meet new people, and overall, just a very happy and friendly environment. 10/10 would recommend!
Crystal
05/28/2020
There are great perks to being a Warhawk, such as the graduation rate and being hired before graduating. Football games are packed and Greek Life is the BEST. Bars in town have the cheapest drinks around and the friendliest bartenders. Always something to do on campus or off campus.
Madison
05/08/2020
I really like it there. Sometimes I wish we had better housing but hey, we pay the lowest prices in the state and get the most bang for our buck as possible. I'm just trying to get out of here debt free and it looks like it might work out that way. 10/10
Mickenzie
04/17/2020
I think that Whitewater is a very good college, there are so many different opportunities that you are more than welcome to take. The professors are all very helpful and there are so many service hours that you can get. I find the classes challenging, but the teachers are always there when you need help, inside and outside of the classroom.
Dante
01/14/2020
It is a fine school with adequate accommodations in almost every sense of the word, however, it feels rather uninspired. Your fellow students rarely talk about anything intellectual outside of class, where it is mandated, and a good number of the professors I experienced did not seem to be all that enthusiastic about the subject matter they taught.
Elyssa
12/06/2019
The University of Whitewater is a very welcoming place. There is something new to observe every single day in this very quaint, but effervescent, small Wisconsin town. If you are looking for a comfortable community with stellar academic opportunities and beautiful scenery around campus and town, then this is the place for you!
Anna
09/23/2019
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an amazing campus. It has amazing academics, sports, housing, food, and groups to join. There truly is something for everyone on campus. Whether that be joining in Greek Life or participating in theatre or getting one of the many jobs on campus. UW-W is one of the best colleges in Wisconsin and, dare I say, the Midwest!
Marina
06/17/2019
My overall opinion of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is that it is a great school for people wanting to go into Education or Business. Both of these programs are well known for their colleges and programs. Students are continually pushing each other to become involved. There are a variety of organizations to get involved in. These organizations will help incoming students find friends with common interests. Whitewater is also very affordable and there are also scholarships available that Whitewater provides. Overall, I am happy with the school. If you are looking for something to do off campus, it may be a drive though.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is 69%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
If I could go back and give myself advice for my future college career I would have told myself that just going to class doesn't cut it. In order to thrive in a university setting you have to balance your priorities, friends, and other obligations. Time management is immensely helpful when you incorporate it into your daily schedule. Never be afaraid to talk in class or ask for help. I wish I had known that earlier on because you can't learn when your only hearing directly from the professor. Student input is essential. Don't be afraid to take your learning to the next level and use your teachers to network into your desired career field. After all your paying for the knowledge and instruction you recieve here.
Diversity! The best thing about UW-Whitewater is the fact that the small community loves to embrace diversity. If you have a different point of view you should never be afraid to put it across in Whitewater. Also the fact that there are not many distractions help people study and concerntrate better.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
One of the most frustrating things about college is the student living. Although living on campus has provided me with many amazing experiences, learning to adapt to the extremely new environment is sometimes agravating. In my first semester at college I often became frustrated with the noise level in the dorms and sometimes found it hard to concentrate on homework and studying. The most frustrating thing for me in my first semester at collge was learnig to adapt to the new college atmosphere so that I could get still get the necessary school wok done while living in the dorms.
For a Wisconsin School I would say it is ranked in academics 3,from Madison number 1, Lacrosse 2. Whitewater does have certain programs that give the University itself a overall positive gist that shouldn't be in place. Most likely if you talk to someone out of state, the would ask you back, if its in the middle of South Dakota?
What are the most popular student activities/groups?
Don't bother with the activities, their all losers that probabaly will talk to their mom's about you every night before they get tucked into their dorm beds.
The social life is really a hit or miss, i don't like calling WW a suitcase college but in reality it is. They definately good house parties, but remember it is a small town with a college smack dab in it. "haters" aka the UW-Whitewater Police Dep. so whack, we the students make their nights and early days.
comments: all the hot girls you see walking around during the day, hibernate in their living quarters for the weekends, for every 10 guys, you will be lucky if there is 4 girls, yeahhhhh......
Almost kind of sad how much the teachers are pushovers. Most of them are unprofessional, and lazy. Most students were that "kid" in high school....aka never changed in gym class(dumb).
What is the stereotype of students at your school?
Camo apparel to class during the fall, and Wisconsin girls trying to dress like their not from Wisconsin.
-Guys wearing birkenstocks
-Guys wearing Brewer hats when 3/4 of them are from MKE suburbs
-Girls buying Northface at Northface Outlets
-Girls rocking fake purses, when they drive Pontiacs
Girl/Guy- wearing high school apparel, no one cares where you went to high school, it probally sucked
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
80% of students attending University of Wisconsin-Whitewater receive some sort of financial aid.
27% were awarded federal grants.63%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
