University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Public university · La Crosse, WI · 9,277 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
76%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
22–27
Average net price
$17,064
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$21,006
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
71%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepts about 76 of every 100 applicants (76%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–27.
The latest federal data says University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Wisconsin-La Crosse cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $21,006 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $17,064 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,534 for WI residents and $20,453 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,534
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$20,453
- Room & board$9,022
- Total cost of attendance$21,006
- Average net price after grants$17,064
Popular majors
Business, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Biology, Psychology, Health Professions & Nursing.
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse FAQ
- What is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's acceptance rate?
- 76% — accessible.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–27.
- Is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Wisconsin-La Crosse cost?
- About $21,006 a year before aid; $17,064 on average after grants.
- What is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's FAFSA school code?
- 003919. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Wisconsin-La Crosse receives your information.
- What is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's graduation rate?
- 71% of students finish within six years.
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