Milwaukee School of Engineering is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with 2,654 undergraduates. It admits 59% of applicants, costs an average of $27,027 a year after grants and graduates 63% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Milwaukee School of Engineering acceptance rate and admissions
Milwaukee School of Engineering admitted 59% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Milwaukee School of Engineering application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Milwaukee School of Engineering’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Milwaukee School of Engineering tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $52,228 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,474 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $66,281 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $27,027 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $27,027 a year after grants and scholarships, $39,254 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Milwaukee School of Engineering's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Milwaukee School of Engineering graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $92,761 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 29% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Milwaukee School of Engineering majors and what graduates earn
Milwaukee School of Engineering awarded bachelor's degrees in 19 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer engineering ($103,360).
All 19 majors at Milwaukee School of Engineering
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer engineering | 55 | $83,370 | $103,360 | $27,000 |
| Construction Management | 17 | $78,540 | $95,147 | $27,000 |
| Biomedical engineering | 32 | $73,682 | $93,229 | $27,000 |
| Electrical engineering | 53 | $80,240 | $93,201 | $27,000 |
| Civil engineering | 39 | $72,499 | $92,809 | $27,000 |
| Architectural Engineering | 30 | $79,100 | $88,756 | $27,000 |
| Industrial engineering | 21 | $75,297 | $87,279 | $27,000 |
| Business administration | 9 | n/a | $86,550 | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | 104 | $75,622 | $85,791 | $27,000 |
| Nursing | 87 | $82,065 | $82,822 | $24,833 |
| Chemical engineering | 16 | $53,851 | $81,935 | $27,000 |
| Computer science | 45 | $85,100 | n/a | $27,000 |
| Business analytics and operations research | 15 | $85,101 | n/a | $27,000 |
| Human Computer Interaction | 12 | $71,865 | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Milwaukee School of Engineering
6 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 6 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 22 | n/a | n/a |
| Civil engineering | Master's | 9 | $75,485 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Architectural Engineering | Master's | 7 | $86,276 | n/a |
| Engineering, general | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,654 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 29% women, 71% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Milwaukee School of Engineering?
Milwaukee School of Engineering admitted 59% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Milwaukee School of Engineering cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $52,228. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $27,027 a year in 2024-25.
Is Milwaukee School of Engineering test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Milwaukee School of Engineering reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Milwaukee School of Engineering?
63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Milwaukee School of Engineering graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $92,761 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.