University of Wisconsin, River Falls (UWRF)
410 South Third Street, River Falls, WI 54022
UWRF Description
The University of Wisconsin epitomizes the concept of service to the community. Governed by what is referred to as “The Wisconsin Idea” the University of Wisconsin actually lives according to the notion that “the boundaries of the campus are the boundaries of the state.”
“The Wisconsin Idea” is not just an idea either. It is the principle that governs the behavior of the university and ultimately serves the community, the students and the graduates. That is, University of Wisconsin-River Falls is one of the leading forces in the economic growth of the region and even the state.
So, whether you pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree and whether you study Agriculture, Economics, Communicative Disorders, Plant Science or Teacher Education, UW River Falls is sure to link you up with the local workforce.
One way that UW River Falls does this is through internships. Through career services, students may find internship opportunities in their particular discipline. With internships, students can make connections, gain work experience, and get regular feedback on their performance as well as college credit.
Campus life at UW River Falls is just intimate enough for students to make the social, academic and career connections that will help them in all aspects of their lives. With 10 residence halls, many of the more than 6,000 students live on campus. Also, small class sizes make for more one-on-one interaction.
Financial aid at University of Wisconsin – River Falls is available to those who qualify. Options may be discussed with a financial aid counselor.
Quick Facts about University of Wisconsin, River Falls
Location
Midwest
Setting
Small Town Setting
Type
Public
Size
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Falcons
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
Selectivity
Selective
In-State Tuition
$7,277
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,850
Retention Rate
75%
Enrollment
6,577
Year Established
1874
UWRF Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 6,050
- Freshman Class
- 1,336
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 6,577
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 92%
- Graduate
- 8%
Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students
- Full-Time
- 92%
- Part-Time
- 8%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 54%
- Out-of-State
- 46%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 62%
- Men
- 38%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 1%
- Asian
- 2%
- Caucasian
- 93%
- Latino
- 1%
- Other
- 3%
Students State Origin
- Wisconsin
- 54%
- Minnesota
- 50%
International Students
- International
- 1%
- Domestic
- 99%
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