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University of Wisconsin-Superior, also common as UWS or Superior or UW-Superior, is situated in Superior, Wisconsin, United States. It was established in the year 1893 by the Wisconsin legislator and known as Superior Normal School. It gained university status in 1964. University of Wisconsin-Superior offers degrees to students in various areas of study such as accounting, chemistry, social sciences, business administration and management, elementary education and teaching, and sociology.
The university's athletic teams are named the Yellowjackets. The men's athletic programs include cross country, hockey, basketball, soccer, baseball, and track and field. The women's athletic programs include basketball, softball, volleyball, golf, soccer, hockey, cross country, and track and field.
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UW Superior is in Superior, WI. Superior is a medium-sized suburb. The school is a public institution. UW Superior issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include science, media, fine arts, and education and teaching.
Not all applicants to UW Superior are accepted.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 2,753 students study at UW Superior (in 2007-2008).
Part-time study is common at the school. Students participate in Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Wisconsin-Superior fosters intellectual growth and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that emphasizes individual attention and embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Wisconsin Superior
Belknap & Catlin
Superior, WI 54880-4500
General Phone: (715) 394-8101
http://www.uwsuper.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 128 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, educational administration, school counseling, teacher education, special ed, reading teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 93 | interdisciplinary studies, sociology, English, history, political science, liberal arts and humanities, social services, economics |
| Business and Management | 93 | business management, accounting, transportation management, MIS |
| Media | 47 | communication studies |
| Science | 46 | biology, biological and physical sciences, chemistry |
| Fine Arts | 44 | fine arts studies |
| Family and Social Work | 33 | social work |
| Law | 21 | legal studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 20 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | computer and info science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for UW Superior in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 468 | 25 |
| Master's degree | 70 | 7 |
| Associate's degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, UW Superior had a total enrollment of 2,753 students (2,297 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 87% |
| Graduate | 13% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 90% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 57% |
| Minnesota | 36% |
| (International Students) | 5% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 32 % |
UW Superior offers campus housing for 633 of its 2,297 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Superior, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 897 | 770 | 86% | 350 | 45% |
| Men | 389 | 316 | 81% | 147 | 47% |
| Women | 508 | 454 | 89% | 203 | 45% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,359 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,932 |
| Room and board | $ 4,954 |
| Room charge | $ 2,874 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,080 |
| Books and supplies | $ 350 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,595 |
Financial Aid:
UW Superior participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 392500)
UW Superior has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 46 | 22 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 12 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 11 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $63,611 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 29 | $68,750 | 14 | $65,123 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $52,326 | 10 | $54,671 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 14 | $51,428 | 12 | $51,893 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 9 | $43,364 | 10 | $44,894 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 64 | $58,311 | 46 | $55,002 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
Transportation/Transportation Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UW Superior Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% |  |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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