University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Academic Programs

  • Architecture
  • Art & Design
  • Business
  • Communication
  • Computer Science
  • Design
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Performing Arts
  • Psychology
  • Public health
  • Research
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Technology
  • Visual Arts

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Distance/online learning
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • Night Class Offerings
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

Freshmen include anyone who is currently in high school or who has not taken college coursework after high school. 

Step 1:  Complete your application.  Freshman can apply via the Common Application or Universities of Wisconsin Application.

Step 2:  Send high school transcripts to UWM if you have them. UWM will accept unofficial high school transcripts at time of review for students still in high school. Official high school transcripts will be required for students who have since graduated high school, and have not enrolled elsewhere. UWM is test-optional and does not require ACT or SAT scores for admission. 

Step 3:  Receive your Admissions Decision.  Our team of admissions professionals evaluates qualified candidates through a comprehensive, individualized review process. Please allow 2-3 weeks for an admission decision after your application file is complete.
 

Transfer

Transfer students are currently not able to submit applications to UW-Milwaukee through Common App.

We encourage all transfer students interested in UW-Milwaukee to apply via the Universities of Wisconsin Application.

For more information about transferring to UWM, visit our website.

Additional Information

At UWM, we don’t just talk about access, we deliver it. Each year, we award millions in scholarships and grants to students ready to pursue what’s next. You bring the drive. We’ll help clear the path.

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Admissions office

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Address

2100 E. Kenwood Blvd.
Milwaukee, WI 53211, United States of America

Phone number

414-229-2222

Region

Midwest

Midwest