School Overview
The University of Wisconsin–Superior, often referred to by its nicknames UW–Superior, UWS or just Superior, is a coeducational, four-year, accredited public university in Superior, Wisconsin. UW–Superior is a regionally accredited institution that offers bachelor’s, master’s and specialist degrees in a wide array of disciplines and academic fields of study. Total enrollment at UW–Superior is approximately 2,800, composed of 2,500 undergraduate and 300 graduate students. Even though the university offers graduate programs, it’s considered primarily an undergraduate institution.
The university was founded in 1893 as Superior Normal School, an institution established with the primary purpose of training teachers. In 1926, the school’s name was changed to Superior State Teachers College–more in line with its primary mission of educating teachers. In 1964, the college was reclassified as a university and its name was changed once more–this time to Wisconsin State University–Superior. Today, the university has been designated as a liberal arts institution and is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), a consortium of 26 public higher education institutions dedicated to promoting awareness of the value of public liberal arts education.
UW–Superior awards bachelor’s and master’s degees in a variety of disciplines and academic fields of study, including art, music, biology, botony, ecology, business, communications, education, computer science, art therapy, physical sciences, psychology, public administration, social sciences and liberal arts. The university accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
General Information
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Admission Office Belknap and Catlin, PO Box 2000 Superior, WI 54880 (715) 394-8230 Fax: (715) 394-8407 [email protected] Contact: Tonya Roth Director of Admission |
Main Address Belknap and Catlin, PO Box 2000 Superior, WI 54880 (715) 394-8101 www.uwsuper.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 2,439 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 312 Degree-seeking undergrads: 2,353 Graduate enrollment: 249 Setting | Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $44 Online application fee: $44 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 70% |
College Majors
Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Aquatic Biology/Limnology B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting B Communications & Journalism Broadcast Journalism B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B Education Art Teacher Education B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Art Therapy B History History – General B Law & Legal Studies Law & Legal Studies – General B Liberal Arts & Sciences Liberal Arts & Sciences A,B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Biological/Physical Sciences B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Public Administration B Security & Protective Services Criminal Justice Studies B Social Sciences Economics B Transportation & Materials Moving Transportation & Materials Moving – General B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
University of Wisconsin-Superior Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (715) 394-8101 |
| Website: | www.uwsuper.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Public |
| Apply Online: | https://www.uwsuper.edu/admissions/apply/index.cfm |
| Address: | Belknap & Catlin, Superior, WI 54880-4500 |
| Setting: | 22 |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 2,489 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 41% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 1,635 (66% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Certificates, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $8,088 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $15,661 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 73% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $4,567 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students
University of Wisconsin-Superior Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at University of Wisconsin-Superior.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 3 | ||||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 1 | 1 | |||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | ||||
| Education | 2 | 5 | |||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 2 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Legal Professions and Studies | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 3 | 1 | |||
| Physical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | ||||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 4 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 3 | 1 | |||
| Grand total | 1 | 27 | 8 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Online Programs & Distance Learning
See the distance education degree programs that are offered at University of Wisconsin-Superior.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| Education | 2 | 3 | |||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 2 | 1 | |||
| Grand total | 6 | 4 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at University of Wisconsin-Superior and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $8,088 |
| Out-of-state | $15,661 |
| Books and supplies | $950 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
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| In-state | $9,193 |
| Out-of-state | $18,324 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2015-2016
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
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| Any student financial aid | 261 | 73% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 208 | 58% | $4,567 |
| Student loan aid | 191 | 54% | $7,300 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,367 | 58% | $5,278 |
| Federal student loans | 1,448 | 61% | $7,131 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for University of Wisconsin-Superior. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled University of Wisconsin-Superior students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2017
| Total | Male | Female | |
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| Number of applicants | 1,356 | 599 | 757 | Percent admitted | 100% | 75% | 77% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 28% | 29% | 26% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
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| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
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| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
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| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
University of Wisconsin-Superior Enrollment, Fall 2017
| Total Enrollment | 2,489 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 2,367 |
| Graduate enrollment | 122 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
University of Wisconsin-Superior Accreditation
This institution is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
- English Language (English as a Second Language)
- National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
- Music (MUS) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs
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