University of Wisconsin-Superior is a public 4-year college in Superior, Wisconsin with 1,807 undergraduates. It admits 93% of applicants, costs an average of $13,843 a year after grants and graduates 43% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Wisconsin-Superior acceptance rate and admissions
University of Wisconsin-Superior admitted 93% 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-Superior tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,272 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,581 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $7,692 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $21,350 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $13,843 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $13,843 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,507 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-Superior's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Wisconsin-Superior graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,871 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,928 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 40% 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-Superior majors and what graduates earn
University of Wisconsin-Superior awarded bachelor's degrees in 24 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($60,644).
All 24 majors at University of Wisconsin-Superior
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 8 | n/a | $60,644 | n/a |
| Business administration | 55 | $54,823 | $56,863 | $20,250 |
| Social work | 17 | $46,153 | $54,195 | $22,811 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 53 | $47,852 | $50,950 | $22,753 |
| Communication | 27 | $39,922 | $45,014 | $23,041 |
| Biology | 22 | $37,243 | $44,617 | $23,381 |
| Psychology | 31 | $40,015 | $44,116 | $18,559 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 79 | $41,433 | $43,561 | $23,690 |
| Teacher education by subject | 40 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 20 | n/a | n/a | $14,455 |
| Legal studies | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sustainability Studies | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biological and physical sciences | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 2 | 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 University of Wisconsin-Superior
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 57 | $48,524 | $37,650 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 44 | $68,281 | $22,815 |
| Special education | Master's | 28 | $56,213 | $15,035 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 27 | $54,420 | $24,425 |
| Sustainability Studies | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Data science | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at University of Wisconsin-Superior
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,807 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 64% women, 36% men
- 18 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Superior?
University of Wisconsin-Superior admitted 93% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Superior cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,272 for in-state students and $17,581 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $13,843 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of Wisconsin-Superior test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Wisconsin-Superior 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-Superior?
43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Wisconsin-Superior graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,871 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.