University of Wisconsin-River Falls is a public 4-year college in River Falls, Wisconsin with 4,205 undergraduates. It admits 82% of applicants, costs an average of $14,703 a year after grants and graduates 58% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls acceptance rate and admissions
University of Wisconsin-River Falls admitted 82% 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-River Falls 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 University of Wisconsin-River Falls’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.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,436 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $18,321 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $8,590 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $20,950 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,703 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $14,703 a year after grants and scholarships, $6,247 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-River Falls's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 58% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $56,914 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% 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-River Falls majors and what graduates earn
University of Wisconsin-River Falls awarded bachelor's degrees in 48 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from physics ($85,638).
All 48 majors at University of Wisconsin-River Falls
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-River Falls
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education leadership | Master's | 73 | $62,742 | $17,400 |
| Business administration | Master's | 32 | $93,391 | $20,558 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 27 | $51,696 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 26 | $62,241 | $37,500 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 20 | $59,973 | $41,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 14 | $51,844 | $17,766 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 11 | $55,910 | $30,460 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 3 | $61,902 | n/a |
| Teaching English as a second language | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 4,205 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 62% women, 38% men
- 19 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-River Falls?
University of Wisconsin-River Falls admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Wisconsin-River Falls cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,436 for in-state students and $18,321 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $14,703 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of Wisconsin-River Falls test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Wisconsin-River Falls 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-River Falls?
58% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Wisconsin-River Falls graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $56,914 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.