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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP) vs Michigan Tech

When it comes to higher education, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP) and Michigan Technological University (MTU) stand out as two distinct institutions with unique offerings. UWSP, nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, boasts a higher acceptance rate, making it a more accessible option for students. MTU, on the other hand, is known for its strong engineering and technology programs, attracting students with a passion for STEM fields. While both universities offer a diverse range of majors, UWSP excels in education, nursing, and business, while MTU shines in engineering, computer science, and forestry. Explore our comprehensive comparison table to delve into further details about these universities, including student body demographics, graduation rates, and more, to help you make an informed decision about your academic journey.
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Michigan Technological University

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University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

Overview

Location Houghton, Michigan Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Campus setting Town: Remote Town: Distant
College type 4 year 4 year
Control/business model Public Public
Calendar system Semester Semester
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate 85.0% 75.0%
Common app member Yes No
Religious affiliation

Admission

Acceptance rate 85.7% 90.2%
Application fees
Undergraduate: $25
Graduate: $56
SAT range 1130 - 1335 N/A
ACT range 25 - 31 19 - 25
Students submitting SAT score 70.0%
Students submitting ACT score 28.0% 69.0%
Total number of applicants 8,041 8,100
Total number of admissions given out 6,895 7,303
Admitted students who chose to enroll 1,479 1,810
Yield rate 21.5% 24.8%
Test scores (SAT/ACT) N/A N/A
High school GPA Required Required
Recommendation letters Not required Not required
High school transcript Not required Required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL) Required Required

Tuition and Fees

Sticker price
In state: $32,210
Out of state: $53,356
In state: $19,313
Out of state: $28,017
Average net price $17,826 $14,122
Tuition
In state: $16,654
Out of state: $37,800
In state: $6,698
Out of state: $15,402
Room & board
Room/dormitory: $6,509
Meal plan: $5,146
Room/dormitory: $4,600
Meal plan: $3,200
Available payment plans
  • Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid

Students receiving financial aid

(Grants & scholarships)

 99.0%
Average amount $14,609 		85.0%
Average amount $3,831
Students receiving federal student loan 51.0%
Average amount $5,073 		46.0%
Average amount $4,983
Students taking out private loans 14.0%
Average amount $14,311 		8.0%
Average amount $9,737

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students 5,777
Men 70.7% Women 29.3% 		7,489
Men 43.3% Women 56.7%
Graduate students 1,231
Men 69.8% Women 30.2% 		640
Men 26.4% Women 73.6%
Racial/ethnic diversity
Very Low
Very Low
Out-of-state students N/A 10.5%
International students 8.8% 0.6%
Campus local/setting Town: Remote Town: Distant
Dormitory capacity 3,062 3,049
First year students are required to live on campus? No No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from N/A Wisconsin Illinois Minnesota Florida Michigan

Academics

Popular study areas
  • Engineering
  • Engineering Technologies
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Business
  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences
  • Health Professions
  • Education
  • Natural Resources and Conservation
  • Liberal Arts
  • Visual & Performing Arts
Students to faculty ratio 13:1 20:1
Institutional accreditation Higher Learning Commission Higher Learning Commission

Outcome

Graduation rate 69.1% 55.4%
Dropout rate 8.0% 43.2%
Transferred out 20.2% N/A
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)
Mechanical Engineering (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $84,096
  • Year 2: $86,550
  • Year 3: $88,162
Computer Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $70,211
  • Year 2: $78,172
  • Year 3: $85,110
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $72,168
  • Year 2: $75,989
  • Year 3: $82,365
Computer Science (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $72,103
  • Year 2: $75,047
  • Year 3: $81,251
Chemical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $68,391
  • Year 2: $70,536
  • Year 3: $79,370
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $69,541
  • Year 2: $71,637
  • Year 3: $77,183
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $66,140
  • Year 2: $65,486
  • Year 3: $76,360
Materials Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $67,484
  • Year 2: $73,635
  • Year 3: $74,767
Biomedical/Medical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $62,667
  • Year 2: $66,461
  • Year 3: $72,870
Civil Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $62,556
  • Year 2: $63,217
  • Year 3: $69,234
Computer and Information Sciences, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $56,856
  • Year 2: $51,972
  • Year 3: $65,045
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $53,058
  • Year 2: $52,107
  • Year 3: $59,616
Soil Sciences (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $45,118
  • Year 2: $47,260
  • Year 3: $56,239
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $49,141
  • Year 2: $49,392
  • Year 3: $53,848
Accounting and Related Services (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $43,882
  • Year 2: $49,962
  • Year 3: $51,264
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $40,127
  • Year 2: $39,693
  • Year 3: $47,755
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $27,532
  • Year 2: $24,615
  • Year 3: $47,617
Forestry (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $37,992
  • Year 2: $35,670
  • Year 3: $46,850
Natural Resources Management and Policy (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $32,505
  • Year 2: $31,640
  • Year 3: $43,601
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $32,273
  • Year 2: $33,138
  • Year 3: $41,847

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