University of Wisconsin-River Falls

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The university admitted 85% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 4,069 students applied to University of Wisconsin-River Falls and 3,446 were admitted.

If you want to apply to University of Wisconsin-River Falls, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

University of Wisconsin-River Falls Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Wisconsin-River Falls's admissions stats.

University of Wisconsin-River Falls 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	10%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	0.5%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	35.8%
Waitlist	No

University of Wisconsin-River Falls Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Want to Apply Early to University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

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University of Wisconsin-River Falls does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Wisconsin-River Falls

University of Wisconsin-River Falls has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Wisconsin-River Falls

What does University of Wisconsin-River Falls consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Wisconsin-River Falls for more information on admission factors.

University of Wisconsin-River Falls 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Wisconsin-River Falls, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of Wisconsin-River Falls's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	2	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

Students admitted to University of Wisconsin-River Falls have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 62% submitted a class rank. At University of Wisconsin-River Falls 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 20% were in the top 25% and 65% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Wisconsin-River Falls, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	10%
3.75 and 3.99	23%
3.50 and 3.74	18%
3.25 and 3.49	13%
3.00 and 3.24	13%
2.50 and 2.9	17%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Wisconsin-River Falls directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Wisconsin-River Falls is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 0.5% of University of Wisconsin-River Falls's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 35.8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at University of Wisconsin-River Falls, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Wisconsin-River Falls's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Wisconsin-River Falls students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to University of Wisconsin-River Falls

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Wisconsin-River Falls during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Wisconsin-River Falls Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

Does University of Wisconsin-River Falls accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Wisconsin-River Falls accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Wisconsin-River Falls accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Wisconsin-River Falls accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Wisconsin-River Falls accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

❌ No, University of Wisconsin-River Falls is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to submit your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Wisconsin-River Falls's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Wisconsin-River Falls is 85%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

❌ University of Wisconsin-River Falls does not offer early decision.

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