At a glance
Average net price
$12,220
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
41.9%
Admission rate
93%
Undergrad size
1,807
In-state tuition
$8,812
Out-of-state tuition
$16,726
Cost of attendance
$19,860
Median earnings (10y)
$49,606
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,090
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 71.8%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (43%), humanities & arts (32%), business (12%).
- STEM10%
- Health3%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts32%
- Social sciences43%
- Education26.0%~470 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary13.7%~247 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business12.1%~219 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology6.6%~119 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English5.9%~108 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication5.9%~108 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal5.1%~92 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~80 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~60 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science2.0%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.0%~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences2.0%~36 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~12 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.4%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
35 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 | 169 | $35,592 | $32,774 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 153 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 153 | $35,963 | $24,158 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 76 | $37,882 | $31,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 70 | $44,004 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 67 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 58 | $32,996 | $24,833 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 58 | $37,959 | $29,166 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 55 | $45,848 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 53 | $28,556 | $28,500 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 44 | $28,968 | $27,000 |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 16 | $40,438 | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Data Science. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | — | $29,714 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | — | — | $27,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | — | $41,320 | $26,175 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving, Other. | Bachelor's | — | $53,678 | — |
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-Superior
University of Wisconsin-Superior is a mid-sized institution located in Superior, Wisconsin, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,807 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Interdisciplinary, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Wisconsin-Superior — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,220 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,812 for in-state students and $16,726 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $19,860 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 41.9%, a average completion outcome. 71.8% 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 $49,606 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Wisconsin-Superior confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Interdisciplinary, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (43% of credentials), humanities & arts (32% of credentials), business (12% 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-Superior accepts 93% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,090. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Superior, Wisconsin (suburb), University of Wisconsin-Superior 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-Superior
Q.How much does University of Wisconsin-Superior cost?
The average net price at University of Wisconsin-Superior is $12,220 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $19,860.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Superior?
University of Wisconsin-Superior has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Wisconsin-Superior?
University of Wisconsin-Superior admits 93% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do University of Wisconsin-Superior graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Wisconsin-Superior graduate earns $49,606 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Wisconsin-Superior?
Published tuition is $8,812 in-state and $16,726 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Wisconsin-Superior located?
University of Wisconsin-Superior is located in Superior, Wisconsin (ZIP 54880).
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-Superior at their official website.