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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh vs University of Wisconsin-Platteville

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

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 87% 89%
ACT range (mid 50%) 18-25 21-28
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $14,305 $16,032
Sticker cost of attendance $19,652 $21,266
Graduation rate 46% 56%
Retention rate 69% 79%
Undergraduates 6,877 5,837
Student-faculty ratio 22:1 20:1
Setting Oshkosh, WI Platteville, WI
Type Public Public

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

Common questions

Is University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh or University of Wisconsin-Platteville harder to get into?

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is more selective, with a 87% acceptance rate versus 89% at University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh or University of Wisconsin-Platteville?

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has the lower average net price ($14,305 versus $16,032). 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.