Quick Summary
Situated in Milwaukee, United States, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a public research university established in 1956. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 22676 students including 6.2% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Nursing, Architecture, Library & Information Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 95%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UWM is one of only two top-tier R1 research universities in Wisconsin, offering high-level research opportunities at a lower cost than many competitors.
Subject Strengths
NursingArchitectureLibrary & Information ScienceFreshwater SciencesBusiness Administration
Founded1956
TypePublic Research University
Total Students22676
Intl Students6.2%
Faculty Ratio17
CampusUrban
Campus Size104 acres
Affiliated HospitalsFroedtert Hospital,Children's Wisconsin,Ascension Columbia St. Mary's
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Associate,Graduate Certificates
Programs
39
PhD Programs
45
Online Programs
School of Freshwater Sciences,Connected Systems Institute,Lubar Entrepreneurship Center,Center for Water Policy
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate95%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5
GREOptional for most programs
GMATVaries by program
SATTest Optional
ACTTest Optional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit transcripts early; international students should apply by May 1 for priority fall processing.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$21,800/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$15,400/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$25,600/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$37,200/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Associate,Graduate Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Finance | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$56,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementDirect pipelines to Harley-Davidson, Northwestern Mutual, and Rockwell Automation.
Industry Connections
Johnson ControlsKohl'sBairdAdvocate Aurora Health
Notable Alumni
Satya Nadella,Golda Meir,Willem Dafoe,Kimberly Blaeser
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Klotsche Center,UWM Panther Arena,Laura Rodriguez Fieldhouse
Student Clubs
300
Library Resources
Golda Meir Library (Over 5 million items)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available