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Best Midwestern University
Why you should
CHOOSE UWM
– PRINCETON REVIEW IN 2021
1 More than 23,000 students call UWM’s four-block campus home. Small class sizes (17:1 student-to-teacher ratio) and welcoming professors create a personal, friendly community. 2 We’re committed to providing an inclusive and diverse learning environment. There are a wide range of multicultural student centers on campus offering personal advising, events and more; 35% of UWM students are first-generation college students, and 32% are students of color. 3 Our unique schools include Wisconsin’s only accredited architecture school, the state’s only school of public health and the nation’s only school of freshwater sciences. 4 UWM offers competitive financial aid packages, including scholarships and grants; 75% of UWM students receive financial aid. 5
UWM’s close ties to the city help students connect with professionals in their fields. More than 1,300 businesses host UWM interns.
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Undergrad Programs Tuition and Fees Scholarships Internships Campus Life Housing How to Apply
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minutes from Lake Michigan
10
minutes from downtown
90
minutes from Chicago
VISIT CAMPUS Seeing our campus in person is the best way to figure out if UWM is right for you. Go on a UWM campus tour, and… → Learn about our 200 + programs. → Meet current students. → Talk to an admissions advisor. → See inside a residence hall.
MORE VISIT OPTIONS: UWM hosts on-campus events throughout the year for students and their families. Students who want to explore UWM from home can also view our virtual tour. Check out all our visit options and sign up for a campus tour at: uwm.edu/visituwm
Take a virtual tour! uwm.edu/virtualtour
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UNDERGRADUATE → Diagnostic Medical
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Accounting Actuarial Science African & African Diaspora Studies Anesthesiologist Assistant* Animation Anthropology Applied Mathematics & Computer Science Architectural Studies Art & Design • Concentrations include: → Design & Visual Communication (Graphic Design) → Photography & Imaging Art Education Art History Associate of Arts and Sciences degree*** Athletic Training* Atmospheric Sciences Audiology*
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Biochemistry Biological Sciences Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Sciences • Concentrations include: → Biomedical Sciences → Cyrotechnology
Sonography → Medical Laboratory Science → Public Health Microbiology → Radiologic Technology
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Chemistry Chinese** Chiropractic* Civil Engineering Classics Communication Communication Sciences & Disorders Community Engagement & Education Comparative Ethnic Studies** Comparative Literature Computer Engineering Computer Science Conservation & Environmental Science Criminal Justice
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Dance Data Science Dentistry* Dietetics* Digital Arts & Culture
Programs
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Economics Education • Concentrations include: → American Sign Language Studies → Bilingual Education → Early Adolescence and Adolescencelevel English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies → Early Childhood Level → Interpreter Training Program (ASL) → Middle Childhood – Early Adolescence (Elementary Education) Electrical Engineering English Environmental Engineering Exceptional Education • Concentrations include: → Early Adolescence – Adolescence → Early Childhood Special Education → Middle Childhood – Early Adolescence
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Film Film Studies Finance French Freshwater Sciences
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General Business Geography Geosciences German Global Studies
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Health Care Administration History Human Resources Management
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Industrial Engineering Information Science & Technology Information Technology Management International Studies Italian
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Japanese** Jewish Studies Journalism, Advertising & Media Studies
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Kinesiology
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Latin American, Caribbean & U.S. Latinx Studies Law* Linguistics
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Marketing Materials Engineering Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Medicine* Microbiology Music Music Education
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Podiatry* Political Science Psychology Public Health
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Religious Studies Russian
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Social Work Sociology Spanish Speech-Language Pathology* Supply Chain & Operations Management
Neuroscience Nursing Nursing – Collaborative**** Nutritional Sciences
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Occupational Science and Technology Occupational Therapy* Optometry*
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Pathologists’ Assistant* Pharmacy* Philosophy Physical Therapy* Physician Assistant* Physics
For a complete list of our academic programs, including more than 70 minors, visit uwm.edu/academics.
Theatre Arts
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Urban Studies Veterinary Medicine*
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Women’s & Gender Studies * Pre-professional programs. ** This program is offered as a committee interdisciplinary major (CIM). *** Offered at UWM at Washington County and UWM at Waukesha. **** Collaborative programs offered in partnership with other UW System campuses.
Shay
Education major, Senior De Pere, Wisconsin
UWM Was My First Choice
“UWM stuck out to me for two main reasons: It has a really good education program focused on urban education, and its location is in a super diverse city.”
Real-World Experience
“You can never get too much experience when it comes to teaching, and UWM had me in a secondgrade classroom first semester of my freshman year. Getting my foot in the door right away really helped.”
Volunteering
“I like doing good in the world, so I volunteer at a food pantry, and I’ve tutored elementary school kids. Those opportunities came to me through UWM.”
UWM ONLINE
UNDECIDED?
UWM is a longtime leader in online education. In a typical year, we offer more than 850 online courses, and in 2020, U.S. News & World Report ranked UWM in the top 50 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs. The same expert faculty teach our online and in-person classes and can quickly adjust course formats amid changing conditions. Pursue a degree in a way that fits your lifestyle. uwm.edu/online
Choosing a major is a huge decision, but it’s not one you have to make alone. UWM’s Pathway Advising office helps undecided students explore their options with themed pathways called metamajors. Each metamajor has a general academic theme covering multiple majors, so you can try out different majors but still be on track to graduate on time. Check out all six metamajor options online. uwm.edu/undecided
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WHAT IT
Costs
WISCONSIN RESIDENTS
$9,254
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2021-22 ESTIMATED YEARLY TUITION AND FEES
MIDWEST STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM (MSEP)
$13,300*
ALL OTHER STATES
$21,120
AVERAGE ROOM RATE
STANDARD MEAL PLAN
BOOKS AND OTHER CLASS MATERIALS
$6,542
$4,190
$800
FOUR-YEAR MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
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Incoming freshmen are now eligible for the Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship. This scholarship is offered in varying amounts to students with at least a 3.4 GPA (unweighted) and 22 ACT score (or the SAT equivalent). Chancellor’s Merit Scholarships are renewable for up to four years, resulting in a $2,000-$6,000 total award. Qualifying students receive this scholarship automatically upon full-time enrollment — no scholarship application required.
for grads with bachelor’s degrees in 2017 —Bureau of Labor Statistics
5,639
scholarship recipients at UWM in 2019-20
MORE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
UWM awarded students more than $20 million in scholarships in 2019-20. Incoming freshmen admitted by Dec. 1, 2021, are considered for certain university scholarships. UWM’s schools and colleges offer a range of scholarships to students as well. Go to UWM’s Panther Scholarship Portal to learn more. uwm.edu/scholarships
THE FAFSA
75% of UWM students receive financial aid — usually a combination of scholarships, loans, grants and work-study. To receive financial aid, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), available Oct. 1, 2021, at fafsa.gov. Submit early; the FAFSA determines the types of financial aid you’re eligible for. uwm.edu/financialaid
NOTABLE ALUMNI
The UWM Total Cost Estimator can help you calculate whether you have enough financial aid to cover tuition and fees or if you will need to use other funding sources, like student loans or savings. coa.uwm.edu
Willem Dafoe, Oscar-nominated actor
DETERMINING YOUR COST
For the most up-to-date information about UWM tuition and fees, visit uwm.edu/cost-aid. * Residents of Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and Ohio have special pricing agreements through MSEP. Illinois students pay the same rate. Illinois and Minnesota residents also receive a $1,000 Milwaukee Advantage Program award.
197,000+ UWM alumni
Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft
Kimberley Motley, international attorney Brian Firkus/Trixie Mattel, entertainer Darian Dixon, mission operations specialist at Malin Space Science Systems
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How to Afford
$61,000 MEDIAN SALARY
2,800 COMPANIES recruit at UWM
Career AND CONNECTIONS
5+ INTERNSHIP AND CAREER FAIRS A YEAR uwm.edu/careerplan
6 FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES
Erick: Mechanical engineering major
Jewel: Communication major
Alexis: Biomedical science major
Interned at Harley-Davidson, where he helped design, develop and test motorcycle parts.
Interned at UniPro-Chicago and worked with a team to plan and mock up a Filipino-American Night Market.
Interned at the City of Milwaukee Health Department, where she processed COVID-19 tests.
Megan: HR, Finance and Marketing triple major
Caleb: Social work major
Jason: Art education major
Interned at Walnut Park Apartments and conducted wellness checks with the residents.
Interned at ArtsECO, where he led virtual art classes for kids and networked with local art teachers.
headquartered in metro Milwaukee
A TOP-RANKED CITY FOR NEW COLLEGE GRADS —SmartAsset in 2020
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Interned at Badger Meter, where she reviewed applicants and recruited interns.
TOP INTERNSHIP SITES:
Fa tima
Class of 2015, Political science major Economic Development Specialist for the City of Milwaukee
Building a Network
“I was the president of the student chapter of Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee (HPGM) on campus. I met and connected with other Latinas who were professionals in their fields and wanted to see me succeed. It was incredibly valuable to graduate with a professional network.”
American Family Insurance Aurora Health Care Children’s Wisconsin Discovery World Disney EPIC Creative GE Healthcare Harley-Davidson Hoffman York Johnson Controls Kohl’s Corporate Manpower Group Milwaukee Art Museum Milwaukee Brewers Milwaukee County Zoo Milwaukee Police Department Milwaukee Public Schools Milwaukee Repertory Theater Northwestern Mutual Rockwell Automation Tesla Urban Ecology Center WEC Energy Group Workshop Architects 8
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES: Alternative Spring Break: Be part of a service trip during your spring break. You’ll travel somewhere new and do valuable volunteer work. Clinical Experiences: Prepare for a career in health care with hospitaland clinic-based learning experiences. Course-Based Projects: Do a class project with practical applications in partnership with local corporations and nonprofit organizations.
Learn by Doing EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AT UWM A well-rounded education doesn’t come from textbooks alone. We encourage all UWM students to build on what they learn in class with hands-on experiences. Our students travel to other countries, do research, create startups, teach in Milwaukee classrooms and more. No matter what you choose to study, you can get experience in your field and graduate from UWM with a valuable degree and an impressive resume.
Fellowships: Receive tuition or aid from educational institutions, corporations or foundations to help you pursue study or research. Field Work: Apply what you’ve learned in class and get experience in your field working in local neighborhoods and communities. Internships: Take advantage of our surrounding city and get a true taste of what working in your future field may be like. Paid and for-credit internships are available.
Nina: Conservation & environmental science major
Nonprof-IT: Work on a project team and get credit for providing IT solutions to nonprofit organizations.
3,700+
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Isabel: Architectural studies major
Works for UWM’s Office of Sustainability as the compost and garden operations assistant.
partnerships with businesses, nonprofits and other organizations
Leads art workshops at Deerwood Crossing Senior Residences as a student artist in residence.
1,000+
annual undergrad research opportunities
416
ideas submitted to Startup Challenge since 2012
Aaron
Nursing major, Junior Rockford, Illinois
Nursing Clinicals
“I’m doing my clinicals at Ascension St. Francis Hospital. I was nervous at first, but providing care to patients and seeing how what I’ve learned in class applies to real-life scenarios has given me confidence.”
Service-Learning: An integral part of more than 75 UWM courses, service-learning brings students into communities to help with an identified need that also connects to coursework. Startup Challenge: Join a team of students to develop a new business, app or invention with support from the Lubar Entrepreneurship Center. Student Artist in Residence Program: Share your creative practice in music, painting, sculpting, theater or dance with a residential community or nursing home in exchange for free room and board or a financial stipend. Student Employment: From being an RA in a residence hall to a graphic designer in a campus office, UWM offers plenty of paid work experiences. Student Teaching: Step inside a Milwaukee classroom for valuable teaching experience and insight. Study Abroad: Get college credit as well as a life-changing experience while studying in another country. Undergraduate Research: No matter your major, you can research side by side with faculty and start contributing to your field even as a freshman.
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Bright Minds, Bold UNDERGRAD RESEARCH
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT UWM
UWM is nationally recognized for undergraduate research, and students meaningfully contribute to their field from day one. About half of UWM students graduate with research experience, which can involve data gathering, interviewing and analysis. Many research opportunities are paid positions. Students also forge strong mentorships with professors. uwm.edu/undergrad-research
Innovative ideas and problem-solving skills don’t just belong to business majors. The Lubar Entrepreneurship Center helps students in all disciplines develop the creativity and know-how to advance their careers. The LEC is where future teachers build education apps for the classroom, athletes patent inventions to improve performance and architecture students launch startups. uwm.edu/innovate
Hannah: Public health major
Ismael: Materials engineering major
Loren: Marketing major
Researched and helped develop a tool measuring parent readiness.
Researched ways to improve the chemical process used to make common plastics.
Started an all-natural, organic hair care company called Levör.
STUDENT RESOURCES → Accessibility Resource Center → American Indian Student
Center
→ Black Student Cultural Center 11
Ideas
Andreas (left): Psychology major Paolo (right): Mechanical engineering major Created a business called Greenway that connects people with eco-friendly businesses.
uwm.edu/student-resources
→ Career Planning and
→ Military and Veterans
→ Panther Academic Support
→ Fostering Success at UWM
→ Norris Health Center
→ Roberto Hernández Center
→ Inclusive Excellence Center
→ Office of Central Advising
→ Southeast Asian American
Resource Center
→ LGBTQ+ Resource Center
Resource Center
Services
Student Center
→ Student Success Center → University Legal Clinic → Women’s Resource Center → Writing Center
Lauren
Linguistics major, Senior Milwaukee, Wisconsin
UWM Was My First Choice
“As a kid, I did a lot of summer programs at UWM, so I already knew I liked the campus, but getting a personal tour of the linguistics department from one of the professors solidified my choice.”
Honors College
“I love the Honors College! The classes are all discussion-based and have interesting topics. One of my favorites was about Pre-Raphaelite art. We had some really great in-class conversations.”
Going to Korea
“I loved studying abroad in Korea so much, I stayed for an extra semester! Living in a completely different country and culture helped me learn so much about myself.”
HONORS COLLEGE
STUDY ABROAD
Students in the Honors College enjoy the personalized education of a small liberal arts college with the resources of a large research university. Students attend discussion-based Honors College seminars along with their regular UWM classes to earn an honors degree. Research, study abroad and independent projects further customize the Honors College experience. Other benefits include priority course registration, scholarship opportunities and access to a writing specialist. uwm.edu/honors
UWM offers 170 study abroad programs each year across all disciplines. Study abroad for a few weeks in summer or UWinteriM, for a semester or for an academic year. Options include faculty-led programs, where you travel abroad in a study group with a UWM faculty member; exchange programs, where you attend a university abroad and take classes there; and internships. No matter what your interests are, there’s a life-changing study abroad option for you. uwm.edu/cie
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Life on Campus
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CAN’T-MISS CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS Fall Welcome: Kick off a new year at UWM with a week of fun activities, including campus cookouts, boat tours around the city, stand-up paddleboarding on the Milwaukee River and more.
uwm.edu/student-life
Annual Drag Show: Talented drag performers have been part of this campus tradition for more than 20 years. About 1,600 attendees marvel at the glam, and proceeds benefit the UWM LGBTQ+ Resource Center.
Student Orgs: The biggest piece of advice current UWM students share with new students? Join one of UWM’s 300 student orgs! It’s easily one of the best ways to make friends and find your community.
Transportation: Show your student ID and U-PASS card for no-charge access on any MCTS bus. Late-night study session? From 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., request a free UWM B.O.S.S. shuttle ride to get home safely.
300
student organizations
24
places to eat on campus
5 STARS
Top-Rated LGBTQ-Friendly Campus —Campus Pride Index
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SPOTS WE LOVE ON CAMPUS 1
There are only two planetariums in the city – and one is on our campus. Stop by the Manfred Olson Planetarium Friday nights for a stargazing show.
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The Student Union is our campus hub where you’ll find coffee, places to eat, free movie screenings in the cinema, a bowling alley and more.
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The Golda Meir Library’s five floors are jam-packed with books, special collections, study rooms and a recording booth. Plus, one of six Grind coffee shops.
4 The Lubar Entrepreneurship Center offers workshops, courses and networking opportunities to students of all disciplines. 5 Find a whole bunch of student resources at Bolton Hall, from the Student Success Center to multicultural student centers like the Roberto Hernández Center and the Black Student Cultural Center.
A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
Green
6 Take to the trails of Downer Woods, an 11-acre forest conveniently located on the north end of campus. 7 Whether you’re looking for the best place to take a selfie or a scenic spot to hang out with friends between classes, the UWM Fountain is a can’t-miss campus landmark. 8 UWM students take center stage at the Helene Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts, which hosts student-run musicals, plays, concerts and dance performances. 9 No matter how you like to stay active, there’s something at the Klotsche Center for you. Join an intramural sports team, work out with weights and cardio machines or do a few laps in the pool. 10 At the Norris Health Center, students get easy access to primary health care providers, psychiatrists and licensed counselors.
Campus
Explore our neighborhood! uwm.edu/aboutmke
– PRINCETON REVIEW IN 2021
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CAMPUS
Housing
CAMBRIDGE COMMONS: First -Year Students and Up
BATHROOM
Six minutes south of the main Kenwood campus via a free UWM shuttle service. Students who want or need easy access to a full kitchen (available on every floor). Convenience store and music practice rooms.
BEDROOM 1 13’.2”x10’.5”
BEDROOM 2 13’.2”x10’.5”
RIVERVIEW: First -Year Students and Up
BATHROOM
Six minutes south of the main Kenwood campus via a free UWM shuttle service. Students who want a balance between independence and being close to campus. Movie theater, game room and curated art gallery.
BEDROOM 1 13’.2”x10’.5”
BEDROOM 2 13’.2”x10’.5”
SANDBURG HALL: First -Year Students and Up
On the main Kenwood campus, near Downer Woods and the Klotsche Center. Students who want to be within convenient walking distance of their classes. Coffee shop, cafeteria and movie theater.
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Special Features
BEDROOM 1 14’2”x 9’10”
BEDROOM 2 9’5”x 9’11”
BEDROOM 3 14’2”x 9’6”
BATHROOM
Standard room layouts pictured above. See alternative layouts at uwm.edu/housing.
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residence halls
60%
of freshmen live on campus
10+
living learning communities
LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES (LLCs): Think of LLCs as communities within communities. Students are grouped together in the same part of a residence hall based on a shared interest, career choice or major. They take a class together and have activities and events centered on their LLC topic. Not only are LLCs a fast way for first-year students to make friends, but students who live in LLCs have higher GPAs.
ALL RESIDENCE HALLS INCLUDE: → 24/7 security → Fitness rooms → Laundry access → Free shuttle service to and
from the main Kenwood campus
→ Utilities include: internet, cable,
electric, heat and water
→ Regular social and educational
events hosted by student organizations
Learn more at uwm.edu/housing.
UPPER-LEVEL STUDENTS: Upper-level UWM students have two more campus housing options: Purin Hall and Kenilworth Square. Purin Hall is for second-year students and up. Kenilworth Square is for thirdand fourth-year students, graduate students and students 21 or older.
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Rylie
NCAA Division I teams
Education major, Junior Wausau, Wisconsin
Why I Chose UW-Milwaukee
“I really liked UWM’s strong sense of community. Even though it’s a big school, you’ll run into people you know when you walk across campus. The beach is close, too – perfect for beach volleyball.”
My Team
“Being able to compete in a sport I love with a group of awesome people is the best. I’m so proud that in 2019, we had 15 wins in a row, the longest winning streak in the country.”
Getting Involved
“I’m president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. I serve as the connection between UWM’s student-athletes and the athletic department. We also get to vote on NCAA legislation – that’s pretty cool.” 19
NCAA Tournament appearances
146
conference championships
MLB draft picks
United We Roar GO PANTHERS!
Cheer on the UWM Panthers at home athletics events. No matter which Panthers team is your favorite, UWM students get free admission to all home regular-season athletics events with a valid UWM ID.
UWM PANTHER ARENA
Our men’s basketball team plays home games at the UWM Panther Arena downtown. The UWM student section features the MKE Party Deck, where students can play games, enter giveaways and eat great food. The easiest way to get to UWM Panther Arena? Hop on our free shuttle! It drops off and picks up at Sandburg, RiverView and Cambridge residence halls.
FRANKLIN FIELD
The 2021 season marked the first year at the new home of Panther baseball, Franklin Field, after 27 seasons at Henry Aaron Field at Lincoln Park. Franklin Field, a 4,000-seat venue, opened in 2019 and is also home to the independent baseball team Milwaukee Milkmen.
MEN’S SPORTS
Learn more! mkepanthers.com
WOMEN’S SPORTS
→ Baseball
→ Basketball
→ Basketball
→ Cross Country
→ Cross Country
→ Soccer
→ Soccer
→ Swimming and Diving
→ Swimming and Diving
→ Tennis
→ Track and Field
→ Track and Field → Volleyball
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Top 10
THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT MILWAUKEE 1 Lake Michigan! Hit the beach for a game of volleyball or a bracing, yet refreshing, dip in the lake.
1,400
acres of beaches and lakefront parks
12+
museums
2 Root for the home team at a Bucks, Brewers or Admirals game. Or go off the beaten path and catch a Brewcity Bruisers roller derby bout. 3
Every year, Milwaukee hosts the Milwaukee Film Festival, which showcases more than 300 films, from cult classics to new favorites.
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Colorful and awe-inspiring murals by local artists are scattered throughout the city. Stroll through an entire gallery at Black Cat Alley.
MILWAUKEE IS 21
"unexpectedly
120+
miles of Milwaukee County bike trails
5 There’s a reason Milwaukee’s nickname is City of Festivals. Celebrations are held throughout the year, from long running ones like Summerfest and Bastille Days to newcomers like NEWaukee Night Market.
60+
festivals and events every year
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Summer in Milwaukee means free outdoor music concerts all season. Jazz in the Park and the Skyline Music Series are citywide favorites.
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Our city has award-winning restaurants and a small army of food trucks, so whether you’re a total foodie or just want to eat the best street taco of your life, there’s something here for your taste buds.
8 Be part of Milwaukee’s bicycle community with annual events like the Santa Cycle Rampage (where cyclists dress as Santa) and the Riverwest 24 (a 24-hour bike race).
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– ESQUIRE MAGAZINE IN 2021 Photo courtesy of VISIT Milwaukee
Coffee aficionados have their pick of dozens of coffee shops and roasters, including Anodyne, Colectivo and Stone Creek Coffee.
10 Wander through the galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum, or walk the gas-lit Streets of Old Milwaukee at the Milwaukee Public Museum.
UWM at
Washington County and Waukesha
A TWO-YEAR DEGREE CLOSE TO HOME
VISIT OUR BRANCH CAMPUSES
Students choose UWM’s branch campuses for their small class sizes, convenient locations and affordable tuition. Whether you attend the Washington County or Waukesha campus, you’ll graduate with an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree and a strong start toward a bachelor’s degree. Each branch campus offers a range of student clubs to join, as well as student resources like academic advising and tutoring services. And when you’re ready, it’s easy to transfer to UW-Milwaukee or another four-year university. Learn more at uwm.edu/generalstudies.
Tours are available at the branch campuses multiple times per month and by appointment. There are virtual tour options available for both branch campuses. We also host visit events for prospective and admitted students, as well as tours for high school students exploring college. See everything our branch campuses have to offer at uwm.edu/visituwm. Tour UWM at Washington County or UWM at Waukesha, and… → Learn about our offered subject areas.
EARN A NURSING BACHELOR’S AT WAUKESHA
→ Talk to current branch campus students.
The UWM College of Nursing is expanding its professional nursing degree to UWM at Waukesha. Take pre-nursing classes at any of our three campuses, and then get your bachelor’s degree in nursing at Milwaukee’s main campus or UWM at Waukesha. uwm.edu/nursing/apply
→ Ask questions about the credit transfer process and
financial aid. → See inside classrooms and popular campus hubs.
AN AFFORDABLE START TO A FOUR-YEAR DEGREE
2021-22 ESTIMATED YEARLY TUITION AND FEES
$
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WISCONSIN RESIDENTS
MINNESOTA
ALL OTHER STATES
COST PER CREDIT
(Washington County and Waukesha)
(Washington County and Waukesha)
(Washington County and Waukesha)
(Washington County and Waukesha)
$5,090
$5,206
$12,662
$212*
* Tuition cost of 12 credits for a Wisconsin resident. Students can take a maximum of 18 credits per semester.
Zach
Pursuing business, Sophomore Random Lake, Wisconsin
UWM at Washington County
“This campus was the perfect fit because I can save money by commuting from home and still enjoy college life. And my advisor always goes the extra mile and sends me info about campus resources.”
Small Classes
“The professors are all really nice, and because of the small classes, it’s easy to get one-on-one help if you need it. It makes me feel more prepared to transfer to the main campus and get my bachelor’s degree.”
UWM at Washington County
UWM at Waukesha
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San tiago
Information Science & Technology major, Senior Tijuana, Mexico
Why I Chose UW-Milwaukee
“UWM has great internship opportunities – I’m interning at Northwestern Mutual – and it was a smart financial choice. I also like that there’s a diversity of perspectives in every class.”
Student Life
“I'm in several student orgs, including the Ceramic Art Student Association, the Prototyping Club and the Latinx Student Union. I also studied abroad in Thailand!”
Advice for Freshmen
“It may seem like a big campus, but there are so many opportunities and resources available and everyone wants you to succeed. UWM has brought out the best version of myself.” 25
How to Apply NEW FRESHMEN TRANSFER STUDENTS
2021-22
TIMELINE
Step 1: Complete your application. You can apply online using either the UW System application of the Common App. Learn more: uwm.edu/apply.
AUG. 1 Admission applications begin to be accepted for Fall 2022.
Step 2: Send official high school transcripts to UWM if you have them. UWM will accept unofficial high school transcripts and self-reported test scores as well. Applicants are not required to submit ACT or SAT scores.
SEPT. 1 Admission decisions begin for Fall 2022.
Step 1: Complete application online: apply.wisconsin.edu. If you’re currently attending another school, complete the “Courses in Progress” section.
OCT. 1 FAFSA available; admission application priority deadline for Spring 2022.*
Step 2: Send official high school and all postsecondary transcripts to UWM. Transferring from a Wisconsin technical college or another UW System campus? Learn how credits transfer: ted.uwm.edu or transferology.com.
DEC. 1
Interested in our branch campuses? UWM at Washington County and UWM at Waukesha offer a two-year degree and a valuable start to a four-year degree. Go online to learn more: uwm.edu/generalstudies.
MARCH 1
Connect with us!
Admission application priority deadline for Fall 2022.*
/uwmadmit
Learn more about the application process: uwm.edu/undergrad-admission
/uwmilwaukee
/uwmilwaukee
Unable to apply online? Call us at 414-229-2222 for more options.
uwmilwaukee
/uwmnews
Mail any paperwork to: Undergraduate Admissions P.O. Box 749 Milwaukee, WI 53201
uwm.edu
For more questions: uwm.edu/contact
MAY 1 Confirm your Intent to Enroll and housing contract due for Fall 2022.** * **
These are priority deadlines. Applications continue to be accepted until capacity or final deadline is reached. The housing contract does not apply to UWM at Washington County or UWM at Waukesha students.
Information current as of July 2021
BRANCH CAMPUSES
Admission applications due for Spring 2022; financial aid priority deadline.*
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