University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Check in with University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's admissions department for any important information, including application fees.

Students who apply to UW Milwaukee for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by September 1.

UW Milwaukee Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of UW Milwaukee's admissions stats.

UW Milwaukee 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	10%
Mean SAT Score	1135
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	6%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	83%
Waitlist	No

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	September 1	September 1

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Want to Apply Early to UW Milwaukee?

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with UW Milwaukee directly for more information about early applications.

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

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More on University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Admissions

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Transferring to University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

For more information on transferring to University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to UW Milwaukee

UW Milwaukee has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into UW Milwaukee?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at UW Milwaukee

What does UW Milwaukee consider 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with UW Milwaukee for more information on admission factors.

UW Milwaukee Application Requirements

To apply to UW Milwaukee, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with UW Milwaukee's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement		√
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UW Milwaukee?

Students admitted to UW Milwaukee have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 34% submitted a class rank. At UW Milwaukee 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 19% were in the top 25% and 66% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	1%
3.75 and 3.99	15%
3.50 and 3.74	15%
3.25 and 3.49	18%
3.00 and 3.24	17%
2.50 and 2.9	24%
2.00 and 2.49	8%

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 UW Milwaukee 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

UW Milwaukee considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

UW Milwaukee is not 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, 6% of UW Milwaukee's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 83% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for UW Milwaukee?

To be competitive with other UW Milwaukee applicants, you should aim to score between 990 and 1180 (or higher!) on the SAT. At UW Milwaukee 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1180 and 25% of scored lower than 990, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a UW Milwaukee student is 1135.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of UW Milwaukee students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of UW Milwaukee students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for UW Milwaukee?

To be most competitive at UW Milwaukee, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for UW Milwaukee's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for UW Milwaukee students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in UW Milwaukee during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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UW Milwaukee Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UW Milwaukee?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to UW Milwaukee.

Do I have to submit test scores to UW Milwaukee?

✅ UW Milwaukee is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is UW Milwaukee's acceptance rate?

✅ UW Milwaukee's acceptance rate is 98%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UW Milwaukee?

🟨 UW Milwaukee may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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