Freshman Admission Guidelines

Applications for fall 2012 admission should be submitted by May 1, 2012. Applications for spring 2013 admission should be submitted by December 1, 2012.
Note: Some campuses will accept applications after the application date.

The UW Colleges is the institution of access. New freshman applicants are likely to be admitted if they rank in the top 75 percent of their class.
ACT/SAT scores must be received before a student is allowed to register for classes.

Meeting the basic requirements does not ensure admission. Some applicants may be placed on a waiting list for admission on a space-available basis. The Student Services Office will notify wait-listed students of the dates by which they will be notified of a final admission status.

Admission is competitive and selective. High school performance (class rank, rigor of course work, cumulative GPA, and trend in grades), ACT/SAT scores, nonacademic factors (leadership, involvement, talent, accomplishments, and diversity in background and experience), recommendations, and personal statements are considered in the admission process. Academic preparation is the primary consideration for admission.
Profile of Admitted Freshmen

ACT/SAT scores from the high school are accepted for admission.  Official ACT/SAT score reports, received directly from the testing agency, are preferred.

Some applications who apply before February 1, 2012, may have an admission decision postponed. After all applications received by the February 1 deadline have been evaluated, all remaining postponed applications will be reviewed; a final decision will be made no later than March 15, 2012. Admission will be offered to as many postponed applicants as possible to fill the freshman class.

Applications for fall 2012 will be processed beginning on September 15, 2011. Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis. Applications will be processed as long as space is available. Early application is encouraged.

Admission evaluations are thorough and comprehensive.  Factors considered in the decision include cumulative GPA and GPA trends, grades in core academic courses, rigor of courses, special talent/circumstances, applicant statement(s), leadership, extra/co-curricular participation, and letters of recommendation (if provided).

Official ACT/SAT score reports, received directly from the testing agency, are required before an admission decision will be made.

Applicants who are comprehensively evaluated and not initially admitted may be placed on a waiting list.
Applicants on the waiting list will be notified no later than May 1, and often earlier, with a final decision.  Wait listed students should be sure to send first semester/term grades as soon as they are available.

Applications for fall 2012 are accepted beginning September 15, 2011. All complete applications received by February 1, 2012, will received full consideration. Applications received or completed after that date will be considered on a space-available basis. Applications for spring 2012 are accepted beginning September 1, 2012.

While academic preparation is the primary criterion used in the admission review process, nonacademic secondary factors may contribute to the strength of an application. These may include qualities such as demonstrated leadership, extracurricular involvement, special talent, personal statement, recommendations, and/or adding a diverse dimension to our campus community.

Official ACT/SAT score reports, received directly from the testing agency, are required before an admission decision will be made.

Some applicants may be placed on a postpone list, and an admission decision is made at a later date.  Review of postponed applicants begins in early December and continues thereafter, dependent upon the number of applications received and space available in the freshman class.  Student will be notified of a final admission decision no later than May 1, 2012.

Domestic freshman applicants applying for fall and summer terms should note the following dates and deadlines:

First Notification: Complete applications received by November 1, 2011 will receive decisions by the end of January 2012.

Second Notification: Complete applications receive by February 1, 2012 will receive decisions by the end of March 2012.

International applicants for fall and summer terms should submit complete applications by December 15, 2011.

Students who apply after the priority deadline will be considered only if space remains available.

Transfer and re-entry only applicants should apply by October 1, 2011 for the spring and by February 1, 2012 for the fall and summer terms.

Admission is both competitive and selective. High school performance (rigor of course work, academic GPA, grade trends, and/or class rank), ACT and/or SAT scores, nonacademic qualifications (extracurricular activities, leadership, service, and talent), personal statements, and recommendations are considered in the admission process. Academic preparation is the primary consideration for admission, but numbers alone do not determine admissibility.

Official ACT/SAT score reports, received directly from the testing agency, are required for review of an application. In addition, the results from the ACT/SAT writing test are required.

Some applicants will have their admission decision postponed  from the first notification period. Postponed students should plan to submit mid-year or first trimester grades as soon as they are available. Decisions will be available by mid-March.

Some postponed candidates will have the option of placing their name on an unranked waiting list. After reviewing fall class enrollment deposits that meet the May 1, 2012 national reply date, admission may be offered to select individuals on the waiting list if space remains available.

Applications are accepted beginning September 15, 2011, for fall 2012. For most programs, applications are accepted until July 1 for fall (December 1 for spring). We may stop admitting earlier if enrollment capacity has been reached.

For Architecture or Nursing, apply by January 1 for fall, or by November 1 for spring. For Art or Music, apply by March 15 for full consideration.

For many programs, new freshmen are likely to be admitted if they have appropriate high school preparation, rank in the top 50% of their class, or have an ACT composite score of at least 21 (SAT equivalent). However, certain programs, including Architecture, Engineering, and Nursing, are more selective and require stronger academic preparation.

Each application receives a comprehensive review, taking all factors into consideration. In addition to academic preparation, other factors considered include demonstrated leadership skills, motivation, and maturity, as addressed in your personal statement and/or recommendations. UWM provides broad access to individuals from many walks of life and encourages all interested students to apply.

All freshman applicants under age 21 must submit ACT/SAT scores. Scores from the high school are accepted.

Applicants not admitted directly to the major in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) will be considered for admission to pre-engineering, pre-computer science, or the CEAS bridge program. Applicants not admissible directly to a particular program may also be considered for admission via our Academic Opportunity Center. In some cases, admission will be contingent upon successful completion of a summer preparation program.  Qualified applicants who cannot be accommodated because of capacity limitations will be offered the opportunity to enroll for a future term.

Apply early. Applications for fall 2012 will be accepted beginning September 15, 2011. Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis and applications will be processed as long as space is available.

 Applicants for admission are provided a comprehensive review in which academic preparation is the most important criterion. However, nonacademic factors are also considered. These factors may include leadership experiences, community service, motivation, and the life circumstances that will positively contribute to the strength of the university and reflects its mission and values.

ACT/ SAT scores provided on the high school transcript are accepted for admission.

There is no admission waiting list. However, some applicants may be asked to submit additional information to assist with an informed admission decision. Documentation such as 7th or 8th semester/term grades, additional ACT/SAT scores, or other material that would develop a more comprehensive application file.

Apply early. Admission decisions for fall 2012 will be accepted beginning September 15, 2011. Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis and applications will be processed as long as space is available.

New freshman applicants are likely to be admitted if they rank in the top 50 percent of their class or have a minimum ACT composite score of 20 (SAT equivalent).

ACT/SAT scores from the high school are accepted for admission. An official ACT/SAT score report, received directly from the testing agency, is preferred.

All applicants are reviewed on an individual basis. Some applicants may be asked to submit additional information to assist in making an informed admission decision.

Apply early. Applications for fall 2012 will be accepted beginning September 15, 2011.

New freshman applicants are likely to be admitted if they rank in the top 50 percent of their class or have a minimum ACT composite score of 22 (SAT equivalent).

Consideration will also be given to factors such as stronger academic performance later in high school, demonstrated leadership skills in school or community, personal statements, and recommendations.

ACT/SAT scores received from the high school are accepted for admission. Official ACT/SAT score reports, received directly from the testing agency, are required before advising/registration.

Additional information may be requested from some applicants. The additional information may include letters of recommendations, personal statements, 7th or 8th semester/term grades, and documentation of any other personal characteristics that should be considered in the admission decision.

Apply as early as September 15, 2011 for fall 2012. Students are admitted on a rolling basis. All applications received by February 1, 2012, will be considered for admission. After this date, applications will be reviewed on a space-available basis. Students interested in Elementary Education or Animal Science majors should apply early (October or November), as those programs fill quickly.

Students who rank in the top 40% of their class or have a minimum ACT composite score of 22 (SAT equivalent) will typically be admitted. Enrollment in the Elementary Education or Animal Science majors is limited and competitive. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Nonacademic factors are also considered in the admission decision. They may include, but are not limited to, leadership, community service, creativity and/or unique talents, and personal characteristics that contribute to the strength and diversity of the university.

ACT/SAT scores from the high school are accepted for admission. Preference is for an official ACT/SAT score report received directly from the testing agency.

All applications are reviewed on an individual basis. Some applicants may be asked to submit additional information to assist in making an admission decision. This may include a letter from the student addressing unique circumstances that should be considered, updated senior grade reports, letters of recommendation, and/or updated test scores.

Applications are accepted beginning September 15, 2011. Apply, be accepted, and submit the $100 enrollment deposit before the freshman class total is reached for fall 2012 admission. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Admission is competitive. Academic preparation (class rank, rigor of course work, cumulative and academic GPA, trend in grades, and ACT/SAT scores) is the primary criterion used in the review process. We also consider nonacademic factors such as demonstrated leadership, involvement, accomplishments, special talents, and diversity in background and experience.

ACT/SAT scores received from the high school are accepted for admission.

All applications are reviewed on an individual basis. Some applicants not initially admitted will be placed on a waiting list. These applicants will be admitted on a space-available basis.

Applications are accepted beginning September 15, 2011. Apply as early as possible (recommended by January 1) for fall 2012. Students who apply early have better opportunities for course selection and scholarships, if eligible.

Academic preparation and success are the primary factors considered for admission.  Admission will be based on multiple criteria including academic rigor, GPA, trend in grades, rank in class, and ACT/SAT scores.
Nonacademic factors will also be considered such as leadership, volunteerism, personal statement, letters of recommendation, honors and awards, socio-economic background, extracurricular activities, diversity of personal background, and work experience.

New freshmen are likely to be admitted if they rank in the top 50 percent of their class or have a minimum ACT composite score of 22 (SAT equivalent).

A select number of majors are competitive and require further academic achievement: go to http://admissions.uwstout.edu/criteria
ACT/Sat scores from the high school are accepted for admission.

For some applicants, additional information will be requested. The additional information may include a letter from the student addressing his or her potential for academic success, first quarter/semester senior grade, letters of recommendation, updated test scores if applicable, and any additional information the applicant wishes to provide.

Apply as soon as possible beginning September 15, 2011, for fall 2012. Students who apply early have better opportunities for course selection and scholarships, if eligible.

New freshman applications are reviewed on multiple criteria including high school curriculum, cumulative GPA, class rank, and ACT/SAT score. Nonacademic factors that are also considered include leadership, community service, unique talents, and contribution to the diversity of the university.

New freshmen are likely to be admitted if they rank in the top 50% of their class or have a minimum ACT score of 21 (SAT equivalent).

ACT/SAT scores from the high school are accepted for admission. An official ACT/SAT score report, received directly from the testing agency, is preferred.

Applicants below the top 50 percent of their class who have not earned a minimum ACT composite score of 21 (SAT equivalent) may be considered for special programs through Student Support Services. Personal characteristics that contribute to the richness and diversity of the university will also be considered.

For fall 2012, the priority consideration deadline is January 1, 2012, and the official application deadline is May 1, 2012.

Typically, new freshman applicants who rank in the top 40 percent of their class are most likely to be offered admission. ACT/SAT results, upward trend in grades, and strong academic rigor in course selection will affect admission decisions favorably.

ACT/SAT scores should be submitted at the time of application.  Unofficial scores form the high school are accepted.  ACT/SAT scores are used for both admission and course placement.

If there is not sufficient academic information necessary to make an admission decision, additional information may be requested to supplement an application. When documentation of 7th or 8th semester/term academic work is requested, the intent is to detect an upward trend in academic performance to increase the applicant's chances of being admitted.