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Enrollment Deposit

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.18% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

4.50%

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is in the top 4.50% of colleges in the state of Wisconsin for deposit cost. 28.13% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

7.00%

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse educates a diverse community of 10,274 students, with 9,347 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 927 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

10,274


Total Undergraduates

9,347

Total Graduates

927


Full-Time vs Part-Time

89% Full-Time

11% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has a 74% acceptance rate. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. the average ACT score is 24.


Acceptance Rate

74%


ACT

Students submitting ACT

56%

Composite Score

0

36

2126

English

0

36

2025

Math

0

36

2026

Location

Located in La Crosse, WI, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

La Crosse


County

La Crosse County


State

Wisconsin


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

About

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse features a student-focused approach with a 19 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

19 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $13,130 with 67% of students receiving financial assistance including 14% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$13,130


Received Aid

67%


Pell Recipients

14%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $9,651

Out-of-State: $18,691

Demographics

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 81% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
4,033 (43%)
Women
5,314 (57%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
128 (1%)
18-19
4,073 (44%)
20-21
3,817 (41%)
22-24
1,142 (12%)
Over 25
187 (2%)

Outcomes

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 71% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

71%

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