University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is a public 4-year college in La Crosse, Wisconsin with 9,277 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, costs an average of $17,064 a year after grants and graduates 71% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse acceptance rate and admissions
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $10,534 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $20,453 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,022 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $21,006 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,064 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,064 a year after grants and scholarships, $3,942 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of Wisconsin-La Crosse's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 71% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $65,850 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 31% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse majors and what graduates earn
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse awarded bachelor's degrees in 45 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($93,633).
All 45 majors at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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 University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
18 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 18 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 67 | $117,817 | $37,850 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 41 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 37 | $63,085 | $22,072 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 36 | $56,053 | $20,338 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 34 | $69,381 | $39,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 26 | $52,145 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 25 | $43,217 | $15,884 |
| Biology | Master's | 23 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 18 | $92,256 | n/a |
| Data science | Master's | 17 | $122,027 | n/a |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | Master's | 11 | $61,955 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Professional doctorate | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 10 | $54,926 | n/a |
| Computer engineering | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Applied Statistics | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 9,277 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 20 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Wisconsin-La Crosse cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $10,534 for in-state students and $20,453 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,064 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?
71% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Wisconsin-La Crosse graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $65,850 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.