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A D M I S S I O N S . U W O S H . E D UA D M I S S I O N S . U W O S H . E D U
W H A T K I N D O F T I T A N W I L L Y O U B E ?
As a UW Oshkosh Titan
your classroom experiences
will be anything but textbook.
At UW Oshkosh we make sure that each
day of your academic journey is just as
fulfilling as the moment you cross the
stage at graduation. You’ll be provided
with the opportunity to explore new
subjects, discover your talents and build
a foundation for a successful life after
college. Choose from nearly 200 majors,
minors and emphases to build an academic
program that fuels your passion and ignites
your curiosity, and explore broad subjects
through our nationally recognized general
education curriculum.
Titans demonstrate on a daily basis what
students can do to change the world.
Titans are leaders, researchers and champions.
2 UW Oshkosh — Where excel lence and opportunity meet.™
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
AccountingEconomicsFinanceHuman Resource ManagementInformation SystemsInteractive Web ManagementManagementMarketingSupply Chain Management
Business Minors Business AdministrationGlobal BusinessInformation SystemsInsurance and Risk ManagementOperations ResearchRisk Management and Actuarial ScienceSustainability Management
Business Emphases Business AnalyticsComputer Science Cost ManagementEnterprise Systems (ERP) Technology ManagementEntrepreneurship and Small Business ManagementFinancial ServicesHealthcare ManagementHuman Resource ManagementInformation ManagementInsuranceInternational ManagementLegal Studies in BusinessReal EstateRetail ManagementSalesSupply Chain ManagementTax PlanningWeb and Mobile DevelopmentWeb Presence Management
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES Human ServicesHuman Services Leadership
Teacher Education Early Childhood EducationElementary EducationSecondary Education
Art Bilingual EducationBiology Broadfield Natural ScienceBroadfield Social ScienceChemistryEarth ScienceEnglishEnglish as a Second LanguageForeign Languages (Spanish, French, German)GeographyHistoryMathematicsMusic (Choral, Instrumental or General)Political SciencePhysical Education (includes Adapted Physical Education and Health)PhysicsSpeech Communication
Dual Education Special and Early/Elementary Special and Elementary/MiddleSpecial Education Cross Categorical
Education Minors Adapted Physical Education Bilingual Education (Hmong or Spanish) BiologyChemistryComputer ScienceEarth ScienceEconomicsEnglish English as a Second Language Environmental Studies French
Geography German Health Education HistoryJournalismMathematics Language Arts Library ScienceReadingPhysicsPolitical Science Psychology Science/Social Science Sociology Spanish Speech Communication COLLEGE OF LETTERS AND SCIENCEItalic text indicates minors and emphases.
AnthropologyArt
Art HistoryAthletic Training** Biology
Cell/MolecularEcology and Organismal BiologyHealthcare–BusinessHealthcare–ScienceMicrobiology
ChemistryBiomolecular Science
Communication StudiesOrganizational Communication
Computer ScienceComputer ScienceSoftware Engineering
Criminal JusticeEconomics
GeneralInternationalQuantitative
Engineering TechnologyElectrical Environmental Mechanical
No matter which academic program you choose, you will earn
more than a degree—you will gain knowledge and experience
that will launch you into the career of your choice. With nearly
200 majors, minors and emphases, we can help you craft a plan
to get you where you want to be.U W O S H . E D U / G O / M A J O R S
** THE ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM is a graduate degree program. † Indicates that the program is completed 100 percent online.
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EnglishCreative WritingEnglish Liberal ArtsLinguisticsLiteratureRhetoric
Environmental HealthEnvironmental Studies
Environmental ScienceEnvironmental Policies and Values
Fine Arts2-Dimensional Studio3-Dimensional StudioDesignInterdisciplinary Media Arts
FrenchGeographyGeology
Geology Liberal ArtsHydrogeologyProfessional
GermanHistoryInteractive Web ManagementInternational Studies
African StudiesAsian StudiesEuropean StudiesGeneral International StudiesGlobal and National SecurityInternational BusinessInternational DevelopmentLatin American Studies
Japanese StudiesJapanese Language and Culture
JournalismAdvertisingMedia StudiesVisual Journalism Writing/Editing
KinesiologyExercise and FitnessHealthcare–ScienceStrength and Conditioning
MathematicsOperations ResearchStatistics
Medical TechnologyMicrobiology Music
Composition Music Industry
Music BusinessRecording Technology
Music PerformanceInstrumentalPiano Vocal
PhilosophyPhysics
Applied PhysicsAstronomyPhysics/Engineering Dual DegreeProfessional Physics
Political ScienceCivic Engagement (Domestic or International)Law and PolicyLegal Studies
Psychology Healthcare–Business Healthcare–SciencePublic RelationsRadio TV FilmRadiologic ScienceReligious StudiesSocial Work Sociology
Human Diversity and Social Inequality
Organization, Community and EnvironmentSocial Control, Deviance and Criminology
SpanishStudio ArtsTheatre Arts
ActingDesign and TechnologyIntegratedTheatre Administration
Urban PlanningWomen’s and Gender Studies
COLLEGE OF NURSING Nursing
STAND-ALONE MINORS African American StudiesCanada and U.S. StudiesMilitary ScienceNeurosciencePublic AdministrationSocial JusticeSustainability Management
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Anesthesiology AssistantChiropractic MedicineDentistryEngineeringLawMedicineOccupational TherapyOptometryOsteopathic MedicinePharmacyPhysical TherapyPodiatryVeterinary Medicine
LIFELONG LEARNING AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Criminal Justice †Fire and Emergency Response Management †*Human Services Leadership †Leadership and Organizational Studies †*
Aviation Management †*Public Safety Administration †*
Liberal Studies †Leadership Development †Organizational Administration †
Undecided? You’re not alone.
More than 33 percent of first-year students are not sure where their career path will lead. To help, UW Oshkosh
provides one-on-one career and academic advising for all students.
* 2+2 DEGREE: Students must earn an associate degree from a technical college first and transfer to UW Oshkosh for the final two years.
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At UW Oshkosh there is something
for everyone.
Whether you’re interested in entertainment,
culture, sustainability or volunteerism—there’s
an organization perfect for you. Student groups,
events and daily activities give you an opportunity
to grow intellectually, professionally and socially.
Involvement on campus broadens your resume and
is an important part of your Titan experience.
More than 180 student clubs and organizations at
UW Oshkosh allow you to explore your interests,
make lasting friendships and grow as a leader.
Our students work to advance positive and social
change and take time to enjoy entertainment
opportunities, volunteer and participate in sports,
music and theatre.
Student organizations are where Titans form bonds
that last a lifetime. View a full list of student
organizations at uwosh.edu/go/titanlink
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Residence hall
communities
provide a great
way to meet new
friends. You can
attend hall events,
participate in a
game night, play
pool or relax in
the lounge.
Reeve Union Board is a source
for campus entertainment,
where students collaborate to
put on large-scale events l ike
concerts and comedians, as well
as weekly activities l ike movies,
karaoke, bingo nights and more.
With student activities happening
nearly every day and night, you’ll
always find a place to relax, meet
new people and explore.
Groups that organize community
service and volunteer opportunities,
like the Circle K International and
our campus chapter of Habitat for
Humanity, allow students to develop
teamwork skills and build their resumes
while giving back to the community.
The Multicultural
Education Center and
culturally based student
organizations help students
celebrate the differences that
make our campus amazing.
Boasting 46 national
championships and counting,
UW Oshkosh is an impressive
competitor in 19 NCAA
Division III and 12 nationally
recognized club sports,
providing excitement for
athletes and fans alike!
For casual recreation,
intramurals allow students
of all skill levels to compete
and stay active.
U W O S H . E D U / G O / T I TA N L I N K
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NCAA DIVIS ION I I I SPORTS
INTRAMURAL SPORTS
CLUB SPORTS
Titans have a unique
campus advantage.
At UWO, we don’t just talk about the
importance of a student-centered
campus—we demonstrate it every day.
Titans benefit from small class sizes,
a mid-sized campus that supports
academic and student life and a faculty
that is dedicated to teaching. It’s easy
to see why Titans succeed—student
success is our first priority.
TO WALK ACROSS CAMPUS
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ABOUT 85% OF F IRST-YEAR AND SOPHOMORE STUDENTS L IVE IN UWO RESIDENCE HALLS
NATIONALLY RANKED LEADER IN SUSTAINABILITY
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An education from
UW Oshkosh is
a transformative
experience. Your time
here will inspire you,
shape you and broaden
your horizons.
THE HONORS COLLEGE High-achieving students benefit
from being part of the Honors
College, which is an academic
college for students in all majors.
Students in the Honors College
enjoy smaller class sizes, increased
faculty interaction, early registration
for classes, Honors study abroad
opportunities, independent
research and more.
GLOBAL SCHOLAR The Global Scholar Option is a
self-directed course of study open
to all UWO students who want to
deepen their understanding of
global issues. Students select from a
variety of courses to customize their
experience and can participate in a
number of hands-on opportunities
that prepare them to navigate
an increasingly complex world.
The Global Scholar distinction is
recognized at graduation.
MATH LABS AND WRIT ING CENTER Students can drop in at one of two
math labs on campus to receive free
assistance with any math assignment.
The Writing Center is also available
to students seeking assistance
with writing or speaking projects.
INDIVIDUALIZED ACADEMIC SUPPORT Free tutoring for most classes on
campus is available through the
Center for Academic Resources.
Students also have access to faculty—
not teaching assistants—for questions
about course material, career direction
or academic opportunities.
STUDENT-CENTERED RESEARCH FOCUS UW Oshkosh receives $12–$14
million annually for faculty-student
research and creative activities.
Whether your interests are in the
science lab or the art studio, you
will work with world-class faculty to
build research and creative skills, be
published in academic journals and
benefit from experiences that apply
directly to your field.
SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION (S I ) If you thrive in a group study
environment, free SI sessions provide
regular group review opportunities of
material for select 100- and 200-level
courses, including exam preparation.
CAMPUS COMPUTER LABS Academic buildings and residence
halls are equipped with computer
labs, which feature the latest software
programs. There is a 24/7 computer lab
on campus, and students receive 1,000
pages of free black-and-white printing
every semester.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PROGRAMS Students can take advantage of on-
campus resources like our LGBTQ
Resource Center, Women’s Center
and Multicultural Education Center to
attend informational programs or social
events and find a cozy space to relax,
study and meet new people.
THE ARTS In addition to a large number of
off-campus venues for artistic
expression, Titans can participate
in a variety of on-campus
music ensembles and theatrical
productions even without being a
music or theatre major or minor.
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A PLACE TO WORK AND LEARN
When you become a Titan, you benefit from a surrounding
city and community that provide abundant opportunities
for internships, employment, community service and
research. Titans are in demand for internships and jobs in
the Fox Valley area and across the state. As a UW Oshkosh
student, you’ll graduate with a highly regarded degree and
will be able to include relevant work experience on your
resume. This combination of a student-centered education,
connections to internships and field experience, and
supportive community will give you an advantage in finding —
and excelling at— your future career.
A PLACE TO L IVE AND EXPLORE
The city of Oshkosh is home to more than 66,800 residents
and is rated highly and frequently in many “Best Of”
lists—from our outstanding local Main Street farmers
market to our reputation as a safe community. Even
people who don’t live here think we’re amazing! The
city has a strong community feel and urban setting and
is a great place to live, work and play. Looking for live
music and places to relax? We’ve got you covered. Want
a variety of dining, shopping and cultural experiences?
We’ve got that taken care of too.
Oshkosh and the
surrounding area are an
economic and financial
hub in Wisconsin. There
are ample internship
placement programs and
support services offered
through our Career
Services Office, so
students have the help
they need to secure
valuable career experience.
The Student Titan
Employment Program
(STEP) provides
meaningful employment
opportunities right
on campus. STEP
opportunities are similar
to paid internships
that allow you to gain
experience while fitting
work hours around your
class schedule.
Officially known as
“Wisconsin’s Event
City,” Oshkosh hosts
more than 1,000
events each year
and has an active
downtown area—within
walking distance of
campus—with coffee
shops, locally owned
restaurants and
boutique shopping.
The UW Oshkosh
campus community
celebrates diversity
and embodies
inclusive excellence
through academic
and student-life
programming.
Students, faculty
and staff feel
connected and at
home on campus.
Surrounded by
two lakes and the
Fox River, Oshkosh
is the perfect
setting for water
enthusiasts. Kayaks,
paddleboards and
more are available to
rent from our state-
of-the-art Student
Recreation and
Wellness Center.
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2017 MONDAY, JULY 10 Titan Preview TUESDAY, JULY 11 Titan Preview FRIDAY, OCT. 6 Health Science Titan Preview FRIDAY, OCT. 20 Titan Preview FRIDAY, NOV. 3 Titan Preview FRIDAY, NOV. 17 Titan Preview
2018 FRIDAY, APRIL 6 Titan Preview MONDAY, JULY 16 Titan Preview TUESDAY, JULY 17 Titan Preview
Attend a Titan Preview Looking for more in-depth information about campus? You
belong at a Titan Preview! Spend a day on campus and
participate in special presentations, academic and student
services information sessions, and a campus tour. Visit our
website for details about the day.
Schedule a campus tour The best way to see how you’ll fit in as a UW Oshkosh Titan
is to experience it for yourself. In just 90 minutes you’ll find
out why students love our campus. Tours are offered Monday
through Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and include the option
of a 30-minute one-on-one counselor appointment before or
after your tour. Saturday visits, which begin at 10 a.m. and
include a 30-minute group presentation and 90-minute tour,
are offered on select Saturdays, September through May.
R E G I S T E R F O R A T I TA N P R E V I E W O R S C H E D U L E A T O U R AT U W O S H . E D U / G O / V I S I T
Titan Preview Dates
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Apply early! The online application opens Aug. 1, 2017.
Create your account, work on your application and submit it starting Sept. 1, 2017.
ADMISSIONS GUIDELINES AND HOW TO APPLY Apply online: apply.wisconsin.edu Review of applications for fall 2018 begins on Sept. 15, 2017.
Mail all transcripts or other print materials to:
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Admissions Office PO Box 2423 Oshkosh, WI 54903-2423
A P P LY. W I S C O N S I N . E D U
First-Year Applicants
UW System application apply.wisconsin.edu $50 nonrefundable application fee Official high school transcript ACT or SAT test scores (not required for applicants who are 21 or older) UWO ACT code: 4674
UWO SAT code: 1916
Transfer Students
UW System application apply.wisconsin.edu $50 nonrefundable application fee (students applying directly from the two-year UW Colleges are exempt from this fee) Official college/university transcripts from all post- secondary institutions attended Official high school transcript (if fewer than 30 transferable college credits have been earned or if the only institution attended is a technical college)
In order for us to make an admissions decision, applicants must submit all of the following items:
MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENT ADMISSION
Students most likely to be successful in college and more likely to be admitted
will have completed more than the minimum high school core course units noted
below, particularly in math and science. Many of our first-year students have
earned college credit while still in high school. For admissions consideration,
students must complete:
English— 4 years Math — 3 years (Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II) Natural Science— 3 years
Social Science— 3 years Additional academic electives— 4 years (e.g. foreign language, fine arts or computer science)
* Nonacademic factors are
given strong consideration for
nontraditional students who may
have graduated from high school
before applying to college.
First-Year Student Academic Factors
Rigor of college preparatory high school curriculum ACT or SAT test scores Cumulative unweighted grade point average (GPA) High school class rank when available Transfer Academic Factors
Rigor of completed college courses Number of college transfer credits earned Individual course grades Collegiate cumulative GPA (minimum 2.0; 2.5 preferred) High school academic record (if fewer than 30 transferable college credits have been earned at the time of application)
THE ADMISSIONS DECIS ION
UW Oshkosh uses a comprehensive review process to consider each applicant.
In addition to academics, we look for leadership, concern for others and the
community, and achievement in the arts, athletics and other extracurricular activities.
Key Nonacademic Factors
Extracurricular involvement: leadership experience, volunteerism and community service Diversity of personal background, work experience and life circumstances Student’s personal statement and responses to questions on the application Letters of recommendation are optional, but may be helpful for those students who may need further support
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FINANCIAL AID The majority of students at UW Oshkosh receive financial aid. In 2016-2017 we offered more than $158.4 million to eligible students in the form of scholarships, grants, loans and work-study programs. Visit the Financial Aid Office website to learn more about the types of financial aid you may be eligible for at financialaid.uwosh.edu FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) AND COLLEGE GOAL WISCONSIN Students who plan to enroll in college for fall 2018 can file a FAFSA starting on Oct. 1, 2017. The priority filing date for UW Oshkosh is Dec. 20, 2017. UW Oshkosh’s FAFSA school code is 003920. Visit fafsa.ed.gov to use the FAFSA4caster to estimate your potential federal financial aid and learn more. If you would like assistance with your FAFSA, you can contact our Financial Aid Office or attend a free College Goal Wisconsin event. College Goal Wisconsin provides hands-on FAFSA completion sessions throughout the state in November 2017 and January 2018. Visit collegegoalwi.org for available dates and locations. FIRST-YEAR STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS UW Oshkosh awards a large number of first-year student scholarships each year. The University also offers outstanding scholarship awards for Wisconsin Academic Excellence and National Merit scholars. Additional scholarships are available based on merit, academics, leadership achievements and other points of eligibility. To be considered for scholarships, students must be admitted to the University and submit their applications no later than 4:30 p.m. CST on Friday, Jan. 12, 2018, unless otherwise noted. For more information on scholarships, visit uwosh.edu/go/scholarships RESOURCES FOR NONRESIDENT STUDENTS
Wisconsin ResidentMidwest Student Exchange
Program (MSEP)Nonresident
Minnesota Reciprocity
Return to Wisconsin
Tuition & Fees $7,600 $10,750 $15,174 $8,338 $11,706
Room (Standard Double) $4,220 $4,220 $4,220 $4,220 $4,220
Approx. Books $600 $600 $600 $600 $600
15-Meal Plan $2,810 $2,810 $2,810 $2,810 $2,810
Total $15,230 $18,380 $22,804 $15,968 $19,336
ESTIMATED ANNUAL COSTS FOR 2017–2018
*Estimated total annual cost includes full-time tuition (12–18 credits), average cost of books, housing based on standard
double room and a 15-meal plan with Titan Dollars. These costs are an estimate and may be subject to change.
MIDWEST STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Earn your degree at UWO and receive a significantly
reduced nonresident tuition rate as an MSEP student.
Students from Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri,
Nebraska and North Dakota automatically save more than
$4,400 in tuition each year as part of the Midwest Student
Exchange Program! All majors qualify for MSEP.
Learn more about MSEP at uwosh.edu/go/msep
TITAN NATIONAL SCHOLAR
Our innovative Titan National Scholar program awards
high-achieving nonresident students with our low-cost,
Wisconsin in-state tuition rate, which is up to $7,500 in
savings each year! For nonresident students from MSEP
states, the combination of MSEP and Titan National
Scholar provides the same benefit.
View qualifications and learn more about this
incredible program at uwosh.edu/go/tns.
admissions.uwosh.edu 15
800 Algoma Boulevard
Dempsey Hall 135
admissions@uwosh.edu
CONTACT USPhone: (920) 424-3164
Fax: (920) 424-1207
facebook.com/uwo.admissions
A D M I S S I O N S . U W O S H . E D U
Rev. 3/17
B E A P A R T O F S O M E T H I N G B I G .
In compl iance with the Campus Secur i ty Act , informat ion regarding substance abuse prevent ion, graduat ion rate data, sexual assault , sexual harassment and the Annual Campus Secur i ty Report is ava i lable at : uwosh.edu/deanofstudents/documents/dos-campus-safety-report .pdf . Paper copies of th is publ icat ion are avai lable upon request f rom the Dean of Students Off ice, (920) 424-3100. The Univers i ty of Wiscons in Oshkosh is committed to nondiscr iminat ion on the bas is of race, color, ethnic or nat ional or ig in, sex, sexual or ientat ion, gender ident i ty, re l ig ion, age, ancestry, d isabi l i ty, genet ic informat ion, mi l i tary status, veteran status, arrest or convict ion record, or pol i t ica l aff i l iat ion in admiss ions, educat ional programs or act iv i t ies and employment, inc luding employment of d isabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam Era, as required by appl icable laws and regulat ions. Inquir ies concerning T it le VI of the Civ i l R ights Act of 1964, T i t le IX of the Educat ion Amendments of 1972, Sect ion 504 of the Rehabi l i tat ion Act of 1973, the Age Discr iminat ion Act of 1975, and the Americans With Disabi l i t ies Act Amendments Act of 2008, may be directed to the Director of Equity and Aff i rmat ive Act ion, Univers i ty of Wiscons in Oshkosh, 800 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh, Wiscons in, 54901 (Phone) (920) -424-0330.
UW Oshkosh is accredited by the Higher Learning Commiss ion (HLC) . For a complete l i s t ing of UW Oshkosh’s accreditat ions and memberships, v is i t
uwosh.edu/provost/accreditat ion-memberships
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