University of Wisconsin-Parkside Cost & Financial Aid Information

$8,510
Average Net Price
59%
Receive Aid
35%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at University of Wisconsin-Parkside is $8,510 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$8,510

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$5,349
$30,001-48,000$5,779
$48,001-75,000$10,020
$75,001-110,000$13,751
$110,000+$14,941

Financial Aid

University of Wisconsin-Parkside demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 59% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 35% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

59%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

35%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $7,855 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $16,497. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $10,255, which is 51% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $7,855

Out-of-State: $16,497

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,855
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,055

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,855
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,555

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$16,497
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$31,697

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$16,497
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$31,697

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$7,855
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$11,555

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$16,497
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$20,697

Cost Analysis

Analyze how UWP's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, University of Wisconsin-Parkside has decreased costs by $2,021, representing a 19.2% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$10,531

Current Year

$8,510

Change

$-2,021

Affordability & Value

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid59%
Pell grant recipients35%
Student-faculty ratio17:1