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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh vs University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

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

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 87% 86%
ACT range (mid 50%) 18-25 17-24
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $14,305 $14,158
Sticker cost of attendance $19,652 $18,719
Graduation rate 46% 59%
Retention rate 69% 78%
Undergraduates 6,877 9,405
Student-faculty ratio 22:1 21:1
Setting Oshkosh, WI Whitewater, WI
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a None
Test policy n/a Test-optional

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-Whitewater harder to get into?

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is more selective, with a 86% acceptance rate versus 87% at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. 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-Whitewater?

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has the lower average net price ($14,158 versus $14,305). 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.