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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point admits nearly everyone — 91.8% of applicants. A feature, not a flaw: the page below asks whether University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is worth attending, not whether you'll get in.
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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point anchors the college town of Stevens Point, WI, where the public campus and town largely share a footprint.
Its highest-earning path is Chemical Engineering, where graduates median $100,375 four years out. Faculty pay averages $95,028 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 7,306 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 73.8% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 20 and 25 on the ACT composite. Put your own practice estimate on University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's range with the ACT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is test-optional — scores count when submitted, none required. University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's submitters' middle half scored 20–25 on the ACT; read that as the stronger-tester end of the admitted class.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Composite | 20 | 22 | 25 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point received 8,820 applications and admitted 7,950 (90.1%), with 1,828 enrolling.
How University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point compares
| University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Wisconsin median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 91.8% | 81.5% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $9,488 | $33,396 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $52,021 | $55,452 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's median earnings are $52,021 — below the Wisconsin benchmark of $55,452. Weigh that against the $9,488 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point prices by residency: $9,488 in-state versus $18,508 out-of-state — a $9,020 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point enrolls 7,306 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
50.8% graduate within six years. Roughly 49% don't — ask a University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | $100,375 |
| Paper Science and Engineering | $99,625 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | $84,809 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $81,789 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $78,823 |
| Economics | $66,453 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $64,810 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $64,792 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $64,760 |
| Mathematics | $62,883 |
| Soil Sciences | $62,051 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | $61,349 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services | $56,618 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | $56,019 |
| Forestry | $55,724 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | $53,642 |
| Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management | $52,424 |
| Biology, General | $52,187 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $51,497 |
| Psychology, General | $51,024 |
| Political Science and Government | $50,872 |
| Social Work | $50,710 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $50,264 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | $49,413 |
| Social Sciences, General | $49,189 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $48,982 |
| Sociology | $48,451 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $47,537 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $46,377 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $46,315 |
| History | $46,309 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | $45,341 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $45,181 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $43,258 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $43,119 |
| International/Globalization Studies | $42,984 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $42,771 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | $42,330 |
| Philosophy | $39,532 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $37,507 |
Median earnings for these 40 University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $52,021 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 20 additional University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point?
The middle 50% of University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's submitters earned ACT composites of 20–25; no GPA cutoff is published.
What is University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's acceptance rate?
90.1% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 7,950 admitted from 8,820 applicants.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point cost?
In-state tuition is $9,488; out-of-state students pay $18,508. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $52,021 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Wisconsin
- University of Wisconsin-Platteville — 89.4% admitted
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee — 90.7% admitted
- University of Wisconsin-Superior — 93% admitted
- University of Wisconsin-Stout — 87.7% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.