University of Wisconsin-Stout

www.uwstout.edu/

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2021 Undergraduate Tuition

$7,014

2021 Average Net Price

$16,063

After Financial Aid

2019 Student Loan

0.94%

Default Rate

2021 Acceptance Rate

91.4%

4,890 Applicants

2021 Enrolled Students

7,695

73% Full-Time

2021 Graduation Rate

56.1%

872 Graduates

About

University of Wisconsin-Stout is a higher education institution located in Dunn County, WI. In 2021, the most popular Bachelors Degree concentrations at University of Wisconsin-Stout were General Business Administration & Management (115 degrees awarded), Operations Management & Supervision (85 degrees), and Mechanical Engineering (71 degrees).

In 2021, 1,777 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at University of Wisconsin-Stout. 49.5% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 50.5% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (1,555 degrees), 23.9 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, asian (65 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at University of Wisconsin-Stout is $7,014, which is $−16,170 less than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($23,184).

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Costs

In 2021, the median undergraduate tuition at University of Wisconsin-Stout is $7,014, which is $−16,170 less than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($23,184).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $16,063.

In 2021, 51% of undergraduate students attending University of Wisconsin-Stout received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 51% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$7,014

2021 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2021, the cost of tuition at University of Wisconsin-Stout was $7,014. The cost of tuition at University of Wisconsin-Stout is $−16,170 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($23,184).

This chart compares the tuition costs of University of Wisconsin-Stout (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$16,063

2021 Value

7.44%

1 Year Growth

In 2021 University of Wisconsin-Stout had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,063. Between 2020 and 2021, the average net price of University of Wisconsin-Stout grew by 7.44%.

This chart compares the average net price of University of Wisconsin-Stout (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$7,398

Room and Board

$426

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at University of Wisconsin-Stout was of $7,398 in 2021. The cost of room and board increased by 6.54% between 2020 and 2021.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $426. The cost of books and supplies increased by 1.91% during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at University of Wisconsin-Stout (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

51%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

51%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

51% of undergraduate students at University of Wisconsin-Stout received financial aid through grants or loans in 2021. This represents a growth of 13.3% with respect to 2020, when 45% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at University of Wisconsin-Stout (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Student Loan Default Rate

Cohort default rates only account for borrowers who default in the first three years, and some schools only have a small proportion of borrowers entering repayment. These rates should be interpreted with caution, as they may not be reflective of the entire school population.

0.94%

2019 Default Rate

Number of Defaults

In 2019 the default rate for borrower's at University of Wisconsin-Stout was 0.94%, which represents 22 out of the 2340 total borrowers.

A cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year.

Admissions

University of Wisconsin-Stout received 4,890 undergraduate applications in 2021, which represents a 44.1% annual growth. Out of those 4,890 applicants, 4,469 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 91.4% acceptance rate.

There were 7,695 students enrolled at University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2021.

University of Wisconsin-Stout has an overall enrollment yield of 29.6%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

91.4%

Acceptance Rate in 2021

4,469

Accepted Out of 4,890

In 2021, the undergraduate acceptance rate of University of Wisconsin-Stout was 91.4% (4,469 admissions from 4,890 applications). This is higher than the acceptance rate of 2020, which was 90.1%. Between 2020 and 2021, the number of applicants grew by 44.1%, while admissions grew by 46.2%..

This chart compares the acceptance rate of University of Wisconsin-Stout (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

Enrollment

University of Wisconsin-Stout had a total enrollment of 7,695 students in 2021. The full-time enrollment at University of Wisconsin-Stout is 5,621 students and the part-time enrollment is 2,074. This means that 73% of students enrolled at University of Wisconsin-Stout are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at University of Wisconsin-Stout, both undergraduate and graduate, is 85% White, 3.66% Hispanic or Latino, 3.34% Asian, 2.81% Two or More Races, 1.81% Black or African American, 0.26% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.13% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at University of Wisconsin-Stout in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Male (49.5%), followed by White Female (35.7%) and Hispanic or Latino Male (2.02%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (67.6%), followed by White Male (16.8%) and Hispanic or Latino Female (3.36%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

73%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2021, both undergraduate and graduate, is 7,695 students. The full-time enrollment at University of Wisconsin-Stout is 5,621 and the part-time enrollment is 2,074. This means that 73% of students enrolled at University of Wisconsin-Stout are enrolled full-time compared with 68.3% at similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at University of Wisconsin-Stout (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

68%

2021 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at University of Wisconsin-Stout was 68%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Masters Colleges and Universities (73%), University of Wisconsin-Stout had a retention rate lower than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at University of Wisconsin-Stout (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2021)

White
6,542 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
282 enrolled students
Asian
257 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at University of Wisconsin-Stout is 85% White, 3.66% Hispanic or Latino, 3.34% Asian, 2.81% Two or More Races, 1.81% Black or African American, 0.26% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.13% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Masters Colleges and Universities is 52% White, 16.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.8% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 56 students (0.728%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2021, 17 fewer women than men received degrees from University of Wisconsin-Stout. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Stout is white (1,555 degrees awarded). There were 23.9 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, asian (65 degrees).

The most common Bachelor's Degree concentration at University of Wisconsin-Stout is General Business Administration & Management (115 degrees awarded), followed by Operations Management & Supervision (85 degrees) and Mechanical Engineering (71 degrees).

In 2021, the most specialized majors across all degree types at University of Wisconsin-Stout, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Science Technologies (19 degrees awarded), Human Sciences (77 degrees), and Engineering Technologies (106 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Elementary & middle school teachers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout are Elementary & middle school teachers (122,267 people), Other managers (112,995 people), Graphic designers (92,769 people), Other designers (64,422 people), and Postsecondary teachers (63,926 people).

The most specialized majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2021 are Science Technologies (19 degrees awarded), Human Sciences (77 degrees), Engineering Technologies (106 degrees), Visual & Performing Arts (173 degrees), and Communication Technologies (16 degrees) (as of 2021).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Cardiovascular technologists and technicians

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout are Cardiovascular technologists and technicians, Securities, commodities, & financial services sales agents, Surgeons, Physicians, and Aircraft pilots & flight engineers

The most specialized majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout are Science Technologies (19 degrees awarded), Human Sciences (77 degrees), Engineering Technologies (106 degrees), Visual & Performing Arts (173 degrees), and Communication Technologies (16 degrees) (as of 2021).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout are Elementary & secondary schools (254,796 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (146,294 people), Computer Systems Design (115,393 people), General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (78,181 people), and Construction (69,274 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Most Common (2021)

General Business Administration & Management
115 degree-majors awarded
Operations Management & Supervision
85 degree-majors awarded
Mechanical Engineering
71 degree-majors awarded

In 2021, the most common bachelors degree concentration at University of Wisconsin-Stout was General Business Administration & Management with 115 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from bachelors degree programs at University of Wisconsin-Stout according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

897

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2021

880

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2021

In 2021, 897 degrees were awarded to men at University of Wisconsin-Stout, which is 1.02 times more than the number of degrees awarded to females (880).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at University of Wisconsin-Stout by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2021, 74 degrees were awarded to men at University of Wisconsin-Stout in General Business Administration & Management, which is 1.64 times more than the 45 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2021, 73 degrees were awarded to men at University of Wisconsin-Stout in General Education, which is 4.56 times more than the 16 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

29%

100% Completion Time

60%

150% Completion Time

In 2021, 29% of students graduating from University of Wisconsin-Stout completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 60% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 62% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Masters Colleges and Universities Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

White Female

Highest Graduation Rate (61.7%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2021 at University of Wisconsin-Stout is Female and White (61.7% graduation rate). Across all Masters Colleges and Universities, Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (72.9%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) categorizes any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the graduation rate of those students is shown in the chart below. Additionally, 0.115% of graduates (1 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2021)

White
1,555 degrees awarded
Asian
65 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
48 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at University of Wisconsin-Stout is white (1,555 degrees awarded). There were 23.9 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, asian (65 degrees).

0.225% of degree recipients (4 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2021)

White Male
788 degrees awarded
White Female
767 degrees awarded
Asian Female
39 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at University of Wisconsin-Stout is white male (788 degrees awarded). There were 1.03 times more white male recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white female (767 degrees).

Operations

University of Wisconsin-Stout has an endowment valued at nearly $80.2M, as of the end of the 2021 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 172k (0.215%) compared to the 13.1% average return (6.61M on 50.4M) across all Masters Colleges and Universities.

In 2021, University of Wisconsin-Stout had a total salary expenditure of 139M. University of Wisconsin-Stout employs 97 Professors, 85 Assistant professors and 59 Lecturers. Most academics at University of Wisconsin-Stout are Female Professor (51), Male Assistant professor (47), and Male Professor (46).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at University of Wisconsin-Stout are: Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media, with 99 employees, Service, with 92 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 89 employees.

Endowment

$80.2M

2021 Endowment

33.4%

growth from 2020

University of Wisconsin-Stout has an endowment valued at about $80.2M, as of the end of the 2021 fiscal year. The endowment of University of Wisconsin-Stout grew 33.4% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $29.7M higher than than the median endowment of Masters Colleges and Universities according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at University of Wisconsin-Stout (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$59.4M

2021 Salaries

8.37%

decline from 2020

In 2021, University of Wisconsin-Stout paid a median of $59.4M in salaries, which represents 42.8% of their overall expenditure ($139M) and a 8.37% decline from the previous year.

The median for similar Masters Colleges and Universities is 35.1M (41.3% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$19.5M

Instructional Salaries

285

Number of Employees

In 2021, University of Wisconsin-Stout paid a total of $19.5M to 285 employees working as instructors, which represents 32.9% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $11M (31.3%) for similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

Occupations by Share

Professor

Most Common Instructor

97 Employees

Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

99 Employees

In 2021, the most common positions for instructional staff at University of Wisconsin-Stout were Professor with 97 employees, Assistant professor with 85 employees, and Lecturer with 59 employees.

In 2021, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at University of Wisconsin-Stout were Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 99 employees, Service with 92 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 89 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2021)

Female Professor
Male Assistant professor
Male Professor

In 2021, the most common demographic for instructional staff at University of Wisconsin-Stout was Female Professor with 51 employees, Male Assistant professor with 47 employees, and Male Professor with 46 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at University of Wisconsin-Stout.