University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, Wisconsin · Public, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$14,559
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
50.8%
Admission rate
92%
Undergrad size
7,306
In-state tuition
$9,488
Out-of-state tuition
$18,508
Cost of attendance
$20,079
Median earnings (10y)
$52,021
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,150
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 73.8%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
25 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (29%), social sciences (26%), humanities & arts (21%).
- STEM29%
- Health11%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts21%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services2%
- Natural resources17.6%~1,287 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education15.9%~1,159 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business11.3%~822 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions10.7%~779 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~427 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~347 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.2%~309 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.2%~304 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology3.9%~285 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science2.9%~214 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.7%~195 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.9%~138 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~138 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~123 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~100 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.2%~91 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture1.2%~91 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering1.0%~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History0.9%~66 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 227 | $37,993 | $25,240 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 186 | $40,127 | $24,949 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy. | Bachelor's | 160 | $32,505 | $22,132 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 159 | $35,385 | $25,719 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 152 | $19,511 | $12,000 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor's | 149 | $26,124 | $25,556 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 145 | $29,781 | $24,937 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 136 | $31,108 | $24,400 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 118 | $45,926 | — |
| Forestry. | Bachelor's | 111 | $37,992 | $24,893 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 101 | $30,148 | $25,968 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 95 | — | — |
| Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management. | Bachelor's | 86 | $33,067 | $21,399 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 82 | $31,947 | $25,990 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 77 | $31,580 | $26,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 76 | $40,556 | $23,607 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 68 | $25,858 | $20,750 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 68 | $30,586 | $23,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 58 | $35,123 | $24,930 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 57 | $25,530 | $26,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 57 | $49,141 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 57 | — | $18,987 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 56 | $31,775 | $25,200 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 52 | $28,053 | $26,000 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 49 | $32,273 | $23,850 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 47 | $43,882 | $24,888 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 46 | $38,278 | $23,684 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | $56,856 | $27,000 |
| Soil Sciences. | Bachelor's | 39 | $45,118 | $22,989 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 39 | $29,859 | $21,313 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 39 | $53,058 | $31,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 36 | $75,214 | $22,565 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | $24,850 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 32 | $39,366 | $23,642 |
| Paper Science and Engineering. | Bachelor's | 30 | $75,514 | — |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 29 | $28,070 | $24,575 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is a large institution located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,306 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Natural resources, Education, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,559 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $9,488 for in-state students and $18,508 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $20,079 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 50.8%, a above-average completion outcome. 73.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,021 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point confers degrees and certificates across 25 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Natural resources, Education, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (29% of credentials), social sciences (26% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 92% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,150. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Stevens Point, Wisconsin (town), University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point draws students from across Wisconsin and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Q.How much does University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point cost?
The average net price at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is $14,559 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $20,079.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point?
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point?
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point admits 92% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point graduate earns $52,021 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point?
Published tuition is $9,488 in-state and $18,508 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point located?
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin (ZIP 54481).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at their official website.