Be at Parkside.
Be a Ranger.
4300 HSI number of students:
EMERGING
HISPANIC SERVING INSTITUTION
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MOST DIVERSE
STUDENT POPULATION OF UW SYSTEM UNIVERSITIES RACE/ETHNICITY (Fall 2018) White/Caucasian | 64.1% Hispanic/Latino | 17.4% African American/Black | 8.8% Southeast & Other Asian | 4.0% Other | 5.7%
Choosing a college is all about the fit – with the people, place, and programs. At Parkside, you’ll find challenging academics, a diverse student body, a beautiful location, a variety of activities, a mix of online and in-person classes, and faculty and staff who want to help you succeed. As a Ranger, you’ll graduate ready for the workplace and confident in your abilities. Find out why Parkside is where you belong!
FIRST GENERATION
NEARLY 60%
of our graduates are the first in their families to earn a university degree.
MORE AFFORDABLE Our tuition and fees are the lowest of any accredited four-year university in the state of Wisconsin.
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Visit us.
Words and pictures can’t fully explain the Parkside experience. To better understand what it means to be a Parkside student you need to see campus first hand! When you plan your visit, leave time to visit the art galleries, grab a snack in the Brickstone, or play a round on our beautiful disc golf course. Campus visits are available year round.
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REGISTER ONLINE uwp.edu/visit
DAILY CAMPUS TOURS RANGER SATURDAYS EXPERIENCE PARKSIDE DAY YO SOY PARKSIDE ARTS VISIT DAY AND OTHER SPECIAL VISIT EVENTS
Can’t make it to campus? Take a virtual tour at uwp.edu/tour
Amazing location.
WISCONSIN
Not only does our campus offer natural beauty in a park-like setting near Lake Michigan, it’s also close to two of the Midwest’s most exciting cities. MICHIGAN
MINNESOTA
IOWA
ILLINOIS
Both Milwaukee and Chicago are nearby, with Amtrak and METRA rail service available. Explore the amazing cultural, social, and educational opportunities these cities provide to enhance your overall college experience!
INDIANA
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Learning in action.
STUDY ABROAD
500 MORE THAN
INTERNSHIP 6
IN MORE THAN 35 COUNTRIES
OPPORTUNITIES EACH YEAR
1400 EACH YEAR
STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN
COMMUNITY-BASED LEARNING PROJECTS
Your community.
VIBRANT CAMPUS COMMUNITY
80
+
CLUBS & ORGS
Life beyond the classroom at Parkside offers multiple ways to get involved, gain leadership skills, and make a positive difference. You’ll find more than 80 student organizations to choose from, focusing on community service, academics, leadership, Greek life, and much more! Plus, there are intramural and club sport teams available. Add skills, new people, and a good dose of fun to your Parkside experience by getting involved.
ACADEMIC CULTURAL GREEK LEADERSHIP LIFESTYLE RECREATIONAL SERVICE SPIRITUAL
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Choose your path.
Amazing Education You’re never a number at Parkside, as our faculty – eighty percent of whom possess the highest degree in their field – engage students in the learning process within small classes. Faculty members offer diverse perspectives, teaching styles, and research interests to help you explore possible career fields, gain related experience, and get excited to learn. You’ll develop skills and expand your professional network as you work toward a degree filled with opportunities.
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Visit uwp.edu/programs to read more.
100%
OF CLASSES TAUGHT BY PROFESSORS (NOT TEACHING ASSISTANTS)
Majors
Minors
Accounting Applied Health Sciences Art Biological Sciences Business Administration Business Management Business Management, Finance Business Management, HR Chemistry Communication Computer Science Computer Science/Mathematics Criminal Justice Economics Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special English Environmental Studies Exercise Science Geography Geosciences Graphic Design Health Information Management and Technology History International Studies Liberal Studies Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematics Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics Music Nursing Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Sociology Spanish Sport Management Sustainable Management Theatre Arts
Anthropology Asian Studies Biological Sciences Biological Sciences for Elementary Teachers Biological Sciences for Secondary Teachers Business Management Chemistry Chemistry for Pre-Health Professionals Coaching Communication Computer Science Criminal Justice Digital Media and Production Economics Elementary Mathematics English English as a Second Language English Language Arts for Elementary Teachers English Language Arts for Secondary Teachers Environmental Studies Ethnic Studies Exercise Science French Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Geography Geography for Teachers Geosciences Global Management Graphic Design Health Communication Health Psychology History International Studies Legal Studies Management Information Systems Mathematics Medical Spanish Military Leadership Studies Music Organizational Communication Philosophy Philosophy of Natural Science Physics Political Science Political Science for Teachers Psychology Public Policy Studies Public Relations
Associate Degrees Financial Economics Green Chemistry Laboratory Sciences Liberal Studies and Leadership Military and Security Studies Physics Professional Studies
Social Studies for Elementary Teachers Sociology Sociology for Teachers Spanish Sport Management Studio Art Theatre Arts Web Development Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies World Politics
Certificates Art History Business Fundamentals Child and Family Advocacy Community Engagement Conflict Analysis and Resolution Creative Writing Cyber Security Data Science Design Digital Design and Fabrication Digital and Media Literacy Digital Media and Production Diversity and Inclusion Ethics Film Studies Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Gerontology Global Skills Green Chemistry Health Communication Health and Society Human Measurement and Research Leadership Mental Health Skills Mobile Development Museum Studies Neuroscience Professional Writing and Communication Program Evaluation Project Management Sales Smart City Policy and Civic Partnerships (graduate certificate program) Social Justice Sustainable Enterprise Management
Sustainable Management Science Unix System Administration Urban Studies World Wide Web Publishing
Pre-Professional Programs Architecture Athletic Training Chiropractic Medicine Dentistry Engineering Genetic Counseling Health Professions Kinesiology Law Medicine (M.D. and D.O.) Occupational Therapy Optometry Pathology Assistant Pharmacy Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Podiatry Veterinary Medicine
Graduate Programs Applied Professional Studies Biological Sciences Business Administration Clinical Mental Health Counseling Computer and Information Systems Health and Wellness Management Healthcare Administration Smart City Policy and Civic Partnerships (certificate) Sport Management Sustainable Management KEY Teaching licensure offered Online program offered Online degree completion program available Flexible Option program Consortial program Concentrations available Concentration required
19:1 student/faculty ratio
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Your entertainment.
LET US ENTERTAIN YOU! There are plenty of entertaining activities that take place right on campus, including theatre productions, concerts, speakers, scientific lectures, movies, DJs, comedians, gallery openings, and so much more ― often for free or reduced prices, for our students.
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Your team.
MEN’S SPORTS Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Track & Field Wrestling
WOMEN’S SPORTS Basketball Cross Country Soccer Softball Track & Field Volleyball
THE ONLY NCAA DIVISION II ATHLETIC PROGRAM IN WISCONSIN
GO RANGERS!
Campus Safety and Security Parkside takes your safety and security very seriously. We have a 24-hour police department and many safety trainings to help you feel secure and prepared. Our campus safety, crime statistics, and annual security report can be found online at uwp.edu/securityreport or request a paper copy from the Dean of Students Office at 262-595-2451.
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Your home.
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RANGER HALL is a traditional-style residence hall and home to most first-year students living on campus. Each room is designed for up to two students.
PIKE RIVER SUITES offer suitestyle residence living. Students live on a wing, sharing a lounge, kitchenette, and study area.
UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS each house up to six students, with four bedrooms, a full kitchen, dining area, living room, and two bathrooms.
uwp.edu/housing
At Parkside, you’ll receive an excellent education at an affordable price – our tuition rates are the lowest in the UW system! We also offer a wide variety of scholarships and grants to help offset the cost of your education. Each year, we award deserving students more than $300,000 in scholarships. Students must be admitted by February 1* to be eligible.
LEARN MORE AT uwp.edu/scholarships or uwp.edu/outstatescholar
A great investment.
IN STATE
MINNESOTA RECIPROCITY
NONRESIDENT
Tuition and fees
$7,368
$8,418
$15,691
Double Room & Most Popular Meal Plan
$7,630
$7,630
$7,630
$14,998
$16,052
$23,321
ESTIMATED COST PER ACADEMIC YEAR (Based on full-time attendance)
Total Yearly Costs
* Out-of-state and international scholarships do not have an application deadline date.
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Be at Parksi
How to apply 14
STEP
1
Complete the online application at apply.wisconsin.edu
STEP
2
Submit the application fee
ide. What we consider in the application process Parkside completes a comprehensive review of each application we receive. Both academic and nonacademic factors presented in an application are used to make an admission decision. The most competitive candidates for admission present positive factors in their application that are both academic and nonacademic.
STEP
3
Submit your official high school transcript*, GED*, or HSED*Â
STEP
4
Submit official transcripts* from all colleges and universities you have attended
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Submit official
transcripts* from all
*All transcripts must be official and come directly from the institution.
ever attended
**UW-Parkside’s ACT code is 4690 and SAT code is 1860.
STEP colleges and universities
ACT/SAT** scores (if under 21 years of age on September 1 of the year in which you plan to enroll)
If you have military experience, submit copy of military transcript (to be awarded credit for military experience). If any Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses were completed, official scores must be sent prior to the start of the first semester of attendance.
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Parkside recruits graduates! Gain valuable knowledge and experience as you become the best version of yourself, ready to take on the world. Get started today!
Be a graduate. Admissions Office uwp.edu/admissions 262-595-2355 admissions@uwp.edu 900 Wood Rd Kenosha, WI 53144
Be at Parkside.