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F A S T   F A C T S
Location | Kenosha
Population | 99,688
Enrollment | 4,144
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home Payment

Term Dates
Fall | 09/06-12/16
Spring | 01/30-05/12

University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Kenosha, WI

     
Small classes and one-on-one faculty attention have been Parkside's hallmark
The Parkside campus set on 700 acres of natural Wisconsin prairie and woodland
Proudly, we have the most diverse student body of the 4-year UW System

About This Campus

While we have over 41 majors, here are some award-winning programs producing amazing results for our students: COMPUTER SCIENCE: 99% of CS graduates employed in their field with many having gained experience in the university "App Factory. The App Factory is a creative professional group of students/faculty who create mobile apps for community clients. APPLIED HEALTH: Students are well prepared for a health field proven by a 89% success rate of graduate acceptance into professional schools. CRIMINAL JUSTICE: Ranked #21 program in the nation, our faculty are committed to providing the CJ students with the knowledge and skills to improve the justice system, evaluate the effectiveness of criminal justice practices, and elevate fair and ethical principles in their communities. THEATER ARTS: More than just actors, theater students are members of a professional theater training company in charge of props, stage concept and design, costume design, sound, direction, and more.

Location Information

To the North is Milwaukee (45 minutes); to the South, Chicago (60 minutes). On our East is great Lake Michigan; and to the West, one of the most beautiful parks in Wisconsin! UW-Parkside is an ideal location to access exciting urban environments while benefiting from a scenic and safe campus.

Helpful Information

UW-Parkside is best enjoyed when students have access to their own transportation.
2025-2026 Chance of Placement
Home Payment |Open
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Academics

Registration
  • When will I register? According to class standing
  • Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
Closed Programs
Nursing, Education

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Accounting, Anthropology, Art... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Non-Native English Speakers
  • TOEFL: must have a score of N/A paper or 71.00 Internet
  • IELTS: must have a score of 6.00
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will not accept
Canadian Students - learn more
  • Will accept Home Payment Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/22/24

Finances Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
  • Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Home Payment: 18 ($262 per additional hour)

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Housing Deposit $50 Year Home Optional
Activity Fee $646 Semester Host Mandatory
Parking Fee $140 Semester Home Optional
Orientation Fee $260 Year Host Mandatory
Course Fees / MaterialsVariesSemesterHost & HomeMandatory

Important Notes: Admission (New Student) fees include the cost of orientation & ID cards. Mandatory activity fees (segregated fees) cover campus student services (health center, athletic center, etc.).

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 05/22/24

On-Campus Housing Per Semester Off-Campus Housing
  • Approximate monthly cost: $1000
  • Proximity to campus:
Notes About Housing
Off campus housing estimate based on single occupancy. Off campus housing would be difficult without personal transportation

Meal Plans

Notes About Meal Plans
Dining plans range from $1428-$1865. Some on-campus housing options have kitchens available to students.

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/22/24

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Health Insurance $600 Semester Home Optional

Important Notes about Health Insurance
Incoming international students are required to have international health insurance. Fees vary depending upon length of stay.

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $600 per semester.

Requirements

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