Frequently asked questions What is UW-Whitewater’s regional or national ranking? <p>In the <a href="https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/university-of-wisconsin-whitewater-3926" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2024 U.S. News and World Report</a>, the university is ranked in the following categories:</p> <ul> <li>#11 in top public schools</li> <li>#55 in best value schools</li> <li>#43 (tie) in regional universities (Midwest)</li> <li>#20 in best colleges for veterans</li> <li>#94 (tie) in top performers for social mobility</li> </ul> <p>In 2023, UW-Whitewater was named a <a href="https://www.uww.edu/news/archive/2023-06-college-of-distinction">College of Distinction</a>, a national honor that recognizes campuses for exceptional teaching and dedication to student success. The university was specifically awarded in the following categories:</p> <ul> <li>Affordability</li> <li>Career Development</li> <li>Equity and Inclusion</li> <li>Business</li> <li>Education</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.uww.edu/irap">View more of our rankings &raquo;</a></p> Arrow Do you have any information about employment outlooks after graduation? <p>When you attend UW-Whitewater, you&rsquo;ll gain access to more than 600 employers who come to campus for job fairs, giving students a chance to network and even apply for jobs or internships on the spot. Our faculty and staff are highly connected with employers in Wisconsin and across the country.</p> <p>Nearly 99 percent of recent graduates report they are employed or enrolled in continuing education within one year of commencement.</p> Arrow What is your freshman and transfer application process? <p><a href="https://www.uww.edu/global-education/international-students/international-admissions#freshmen">Learn more about our freshman admission process &raquo;</a><br /><a href="https://www.uww.edu/global-education/international-students/international-admissions#transfer">Learn more about our transfer admission process &raquo;</a></p> Arrow Do I have to take the SAT or ACT? <p>UW-Whitewater does not require SAT or ACT scores for international applicants. If you have taken the SAT or ACT and achieved one of the scores from our English proficiency list, you can send the official scores to us. We may be able to use those for your English proficiency.</p> Arrow Do you have any scholarships? <p>UW-Whitewater has a portfolio of scholarships and financial assistance options</p> <p><a href="https://www.uww.edu/global-education/international-students/international-admissions#scholarshipsandfunding">Undergraduate student scholarships &raquo;</a><br /><a href="https://www.uww.edu/financialasst">Graduate student financial assistance &raquo;</a></p> Arrow Who should I contact if I have questions? <p>Contact our international admissions team at <a href="mailto:intladmission@uww.edu">intladmission@uww.edu</a>.</p> Arrow