University of Wisconsin, Parkside (UW Parkside)

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is committed to high-quality educational programs, creative and scholarly activities, and services responsive to its diverse student population, and its local, national and global communities.

For many organizations, 40 years is a remarkable milestone. For a university, it’s a milestone, but more of a beginning. As the University of Wisconsin-Parkside celebrates its 40th anniversary, the identity of the young campus has grown and matured around core values of excellent and accessible education; community engagement; diversity, and inclusiveness. These principles define the institution and its relationship with the constituents it serves.

UW-Parkside is a proud member of the University of Wisconsin System and is centrally located in the thriving metropolitan region defined by Milwaukee, 30 miles to the north, and Chicago, 60 miles to the south. The university plays vital roles in preparing students for an enriched quality of life, and encouraging the entrepreneurship essential to regional growth. Graduates benefit from diverse opportunities with major employers, the public sector, and emerging organizations in southeastern Wisconsin and northeastern Illinois.

Come to UW-Parkside and you'll discover many things, including challenging academic programs, small class sizes, an internationally renowned faculty and a diverse environment that enables you to learn from a variety of perspectives. Best of all, you'll discover students, just like yourself, who want to make the most of their lives.

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