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University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Kenosha, WI·Public·2,951 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 2,951 students.

73%
Accept
2,951
Students
$10,044
Net Price
40%
Grad Rate
$42,600
Earnings
10 yr
$14,000
Debt

About This School

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a public institution located in Kenosha, Wisconsin with approximately 2,951 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Wisconsin-Parkside has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The average net price after financial aid is $10,044 per year. The graduation rate is 40%, and the typical graduate earns $42,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Wisconsin–Parkside is a public university in Somers, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the University of Wisconsin System and has 4,644 students, 161 full-time faculty, and 89 lecturers and part-time faculty. The university offers 33 undergraduate majors and 11 master's degrees in 22 academic departments. UW–Parkside is one of two universities in the UW System not named for the city in which it is located, the other being UW–Stout. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $10,044/year average net price and only $14,000 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the more affordable paths to a degree in the region. However, the 40% graduation rate is a real concern — fewer than half of students who start here finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious, plan to stay local, and have a clear plan to stay on track academically.

Founded
1968
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing20%
Psychology14%
Computer Science10%
Visual & Performing Arts8%
Social Sciences7%
Health Professions7%
Communications4%
Biological Sciences4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Jimmy Banks

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1090

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite21

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$7,855
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,497
Avg Net Price
$10,044
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants34%
Median debt at graduation$14,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
40%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
71%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
$14,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$14,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,600
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White58%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino21%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,951 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Wisconsin-Parkside

900 Wood Rd

Kenosha, WI 53144

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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