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University of Wisconsin-River Falls

River Falls, Wisconsin Β· Town: DistantOfficial Website β†—

#2937
Nationally
#56
In Wisconsin
82%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,837
In-State Tuition
per year
61%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
4,675
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
48/100
Average
#2937 nationally
#56 in Wisconsin
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes61
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity2
πŸ“šAcademic Environment68
πŸ”¬Program Breadth69

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

University of Wisconsin-River Falls is a public four-year university located in River Falls, Wisconsin. With 4,675 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 82%, the institution is considered accessible. In-state tuition is $6,837 per year ($15,118 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 61%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate82%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
5,903
Applied
4,818
Admitted
1,063
Enrolled
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)19 – 25
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,837/yr
In-State Fees$1,769/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$15,118/yr
Room & Board$8,098/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$16,704/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$24,985/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,837↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate61%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
4,675
Total Undergrads
63% F / 37% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 87%
Hispanic 4%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or more 2%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($6,837/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (82% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, and in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationRiver Falls, Wisconsin
SettingTown: Distant
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#56
in Wisconsin out of 7+ colleges
#2937
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.