UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE

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University Of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a large city (in Milwaukee, WI). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.

Contacting the School

Po Box 413
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Main Phone: (414) 229-1122
Web Site: www.uwm.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 20,217 (full-time equivalent) students. 95.3% of students attend full-time, while 4.7% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 1,422 male students and 1,605 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 47% of the student body, while females made up 53%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (8)%, Hispanic (4)%, Asian (4)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 89.6% of applicants were admitted.

Degree Levels

Certificate, 2-4 years
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate, Post-Bachelor's
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's
Doctor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Architecture

Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Education

Engineering

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Other Interdisciplinary Studies

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Library Science

Librarianship

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

School Accreditation

University Of Wisconsin-Milwaukee reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

University Of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

University Of Wisconsin-Milwaukee belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Midwestern Collegiate Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates
On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 12,453
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 7,499
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 25,205

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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