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The University of Wisconsin–Whitewater, also known as UW-Whitewater, is located in Whitewater, Wisconsin. It was established in the year 1868. UW-Whitewater is a part of the University of Wisconsin System. The university offers a wide variety of degrees and programs through the following academic divisions:
UW-Whitewater’s athletic teams are nicknamed the Warhawks. The university is a member of the NCAA Division III. It is also a member of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC). Some of the notable alumni are John Belushi, Saturday Night Live comedian; Mark Neumann, US congressman; and Sean Patrick Little, novelist and illustrator.
The most common majors at the school are in media, art studies, and business and management.
UW Whitewater does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007, 10,737 students were enrolled in UW Whitewater.
Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. UW Whitewater student athletes compete in Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater shares the mission of the University of Wisconsin System and the core mission of the other comprehensive institutions within the University of Wisconsin System. In addition to the system and core missions, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has the following select mission:
a) The University offers an extensive range of undergraduate programs and degrees, including interdisciplinary programs, in letters, sciences, and the arts, as well as programs and degrees leading to professional specialization.
b) The University offers graduate education built clearly upon its undergraduate emphases and strengths with particular emphasis in the fields of business and education.
c) The University expects scholarly activity, including research, scholarship and creative endeavor, that supports its programs at the associate and baccalaureate degree level, its selected graduate programs, and its special mission.
d) The University provides supportive services and programs for students with disabilities.
e) The University recruits minority and non-traditional students and provides support services and programs for them.
f) The University serves as a regional cultural and resource center.
g) The University provides continuing education and outreach programs as an integrated institutional activity."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Wisconsin Whitewater
800 W Main St
Whitewater, WI 53190-1790
General Phone: (262) 472-1234
http://www.uww.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 704 | business, accounting, finance, marketing, business management, human resources, operations management, business and related services |
| Education And Teaching | 433 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, special ed, curriculum and instruction, school counseling, business teaching, kindergarten/preschool teaching, superintendency and administration, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 315 | sociology, English, geography, political science, liberal arts and sciences, history, Spanish language, social services, ... |
| Media | 204 | communication studies, journalism, digital communications |
| Therapy And Counseling | 127 | psychology, communication disorders, school psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 113 | social work, public administration |
| Science | 68 | biology, physics, chemistry |
| Art Studies | 59 | art studies |
| Office And Administration | 57 | office management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 38 | systems analyst |
| Music | 30 | music |
| Mathematics | 24 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 16 | drama |
| Engineering Technician | 14 | occupational safety tech |
Number of programs and degrees for UW Whitewater in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,820 | 45 |
| Master's degree | 374 | 13 |
| Associate's degree | 8 | 1 |
In 2007, UW Whitewater had a total enrollment of 10,737 students (9,681 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 83% |
| Graduate | 17% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 89% |
| Illinois | 9% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
| Part-Time | 52 % |
UW Whitewater offers campus housing for 3,494 of its 9,681 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Whitewater, 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 | 5,023 | 4,213 | 84% | 1,805 | 43% |
| Men | 2,449 | 2,000 | 82% | 953 | 48% |
| Women | 2,574 | 2,213 | 86% | 852 | 38% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 98% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,860 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,432 |
| Room and board | $ 4,574 |
| Room charge | $ 2,768 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,806 |
| Books and supplies | $ 640 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,882 |
Financial Aid:
UW Whitewater participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 392600)
UW Whitewater has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 138 | 68 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 39 | 63 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 53 | 49 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 63 | $74,174 | 23 | $70,163 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 67 | $62,143 | 47 | $57,758 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 40 | $52,317 | 58 | $55,287 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $58,106 | 3 | $47,629 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 53 | $44,101 | 48 | $44,135 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 227 | $59,467 | 179 | $54,728 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Driver and Safety Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Journalism
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Communication Disorders, General
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UW Whitewater Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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