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Marquette University vs University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Marquette University University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 81% 76%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,200-1,360 n/a
ACT range (mid 50%) 26-31 22-27
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $31,487 $16,210
Sticker cost of attendance $66,768 $19,593
Graduation rate 83% 71%
Retention rate 91% 87%
Undergraduates 7,660 9,277
Student-faculty ratio 14:1 20:1
Setting Milwaukee, WI La Crosse, WI
Type Private nonprofit Public
Application fee None n/a
Test policy Test-optional n/a

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2026-2027 cycle.

Common questions

Is Marquette University or University of Wisconsin-La Crosse harder to get into?

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is more selective, with a 76% acceptance rate versus 81% at Marquette University. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Marquette University or University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has the lower average net price ($16,210 versus $31,487). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.