University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is 82%. Last year, 6,629 students applied to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and 5,421 were admitted.

If you are applying to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, the fee for the application is $25.

Students who submit their applications to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than July 15.

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's admissions stats.

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	19%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	1%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	54%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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How To Get Into University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Getting into UW La Crosse is moderately difficult. UW La Crosse evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, UW La Crosse accepted 82% of students, around 5,421 of the 6,629 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like UW La Crosse, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Wisconsin-La Crosse during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for more information on admission factors.

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	√	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 54% were in the top 25% and 93% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 1% of University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 54% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

To be competitive with other University of Wisconsin-La Crosse applicants, you should strive to earn between 1155 and 1265 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1265 and 25% of scored lower than 1155, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Wisconsin-La Crosse students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 575 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Wisconsin-La Crosse students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 575 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Wisconsin-La Crosse during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

❌ Students who are admitted to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

❌ No, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is test optional, so you can choose whether to submit your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has an acceptance rate of 82%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

❌ University of Wisconsin-La Crosse does not offer early decision.

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