University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI105 Garfield Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701
715-836-4636
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is a public university located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The university is part of the University of Wisconsin System and offers bachelor's and master's degrees. UW-Eau Claire is one of the top comprehensive universities in the Midwest and is known for its strong academic programs, diverse student body, and commitment to service-learning and global citizenship. The university's main campus is located on the banks of the Chippewa River, and its campus is home to a variety of unique features, including a nationally recognized student center, a state-of-the-art recreation center, and a beautiful arboretum. UW-Eau Claire is also home to a thriving arts community, with a nationally recognized performing arts center and a variety of art galleries and museums. The university's athletics program is competitive at the NCAA Division III level, and the university is a member of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC). UW-Eau Claire students have the opportunity to study abroad through a variety of programs, and the university is committed to sustainability, with a goal of becoming a carbon-neutral campus by 2030.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 11017
Acceptance Rate: 84.36%
Type: Public, 4-year or above
Main Website: https://www.uwec.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.uwec.edu/tuition-financial-aid/financial-aid/
Annual Costs
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $21111
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $29386
Return on Investment Rating
The estimated cost for four years as an undergraduate at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is $86869.71. This includes the average cost of attendance for four years plus the interest on the average loan over a ten year repayment minus the average of grants and scholarships per student.
We then contrast this figure with average early-career and mid-career average incomes of graduates of four year programs at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. For graduates of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, we saw an average early-career income of $56200.00 and mid-career income of $98000.00. We then ranked the school's value based on how many years of mid-career income it takes to repay the educational costs.