UW-Stout Admissions Viewbook

READY. THE PATH TO YOUR CAREER BEGINS HERE

RATED 15 TH BEST SMALL TOWN IN AMERICA STARS Silver RATING FOR SUSTAINABILITY

WELCOME TO MENOMONIE

Whether your idea of fun includes exploring the scenic Red Cedar State Trail, catching a show at the historic Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, or shredding it at the Menomonie Skate Park, there’s something for everyone in Menomonie. You’ll enjoy the small-town charm our downtown artisan shops and restaurants offer, and when you’re seeking the “big city life,” the Twin Cities are only an hour away.

READY. THAT’S HOW YOU’LL BE DESCRIBED AS A GRADUATE.  READY TO ACHIEVE  READY TO SUCCEED

As one of only 125 polytechnic universities in the nation, we are uniquely positioned to make you career-ready through our blended curriculum of practice and theory supported by our polytechnic tenets:  APPLIED LEARNING . Learn by doing as early as your freshman year in our interactive learning environments. We have three times as many labs as classrooms on campus. Get your hands-on experiential learning opportunities like undergraduate research and paid co-ops where you can earn while you learn.  CAREER FOCUS. Choose from distinctive majors within six career clusters to explore what you’re passionate about. Network at our career fairs—some of the largest in the Midwest—or with the 1,500 employers nationwide who actively recruit Stout students. Year after year 98% of our students are employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation.  COLLABORATION. Connect with the leaders in your field who are making a difference inside and outside the classroom. UW-Stout is a recognized leader in creating partnerships with businesses and non-profit organizations who infuse their expertise into each of our programs. As a student here, you’ll collaborate with these partners and our award-winning faculty to solve real-world problems.

 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION (CO-OP)/INTERNSHIP: Earn while you learn through a for-credit, supervised co-op where you are an employee of an organization.  SERVICE-LEARNING: Participate in a course that utilizes community-based service to realize academic and professional goals.  STUDENT TEACHING: Enjoy a period of guided teaching with increasing responsibility over time for leading the school experiences of a group of learners.

As a polytechnic, we are committed to ensuring you learn through applied or “hands-on” learning experiences. That’s why they’re infused into the curriculum of every major and 95.8% of our students graduate having completed at least one of these experiences. HANDS-ON LEARNING

 CAPSTONE: Work with other students, individually or in groups, to complete an advanced intellectual final project.

 RESEARCH: Contribute intellectually or creatively to address a disciplinary societal need.

 FIELD EXPERIENCE: Apply practical, professional experience with classroom-based education.

3x MORE LABS THAN CLASSROOMS

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 SERVICE-LEARNING: Realize aca- demic and professional goals through community-based service.

“I grew up in a quiet, small town in Northern Wisconsin and ever since my first kayaking trip to Canada I’ve always loved traveling. I spent a semester abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I learned more about myself 6,000 miles from home, surrounded by people whose language was different than mine, than I ever thought I would have. Studying abroad has opened my mind to appreciate cultural differences and has grown my passion for engineering.”

 EDUCATION ABROAD: Experience innovative and career-focused learning domestically or internationally through various education abroad opportunities. Options to study abroad vary from a week to a whole semester. uwstout.studioabroad.com  NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE (NSE): Study in the U.S., its territories or Canada and pay UW-Stout tuition. www.nse.org

MORE THAN 40 COUNTRIES WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDY ABROAD

CORA MARTELL Engineering Technology

HOMETOWN Grand View, WI

STUDENT ENROLLMENT 8,748 UNDERGRADUATE

86%

14%

GRADUATE

MALE

54%

46%

FEMALE

CAMPUS FACILITIES

125 Acres 20 Residence Halls 235 Laboratories 25

507

Academic and Administration Buildings

18

INSPIRING FACULTY 99% of our classes will be taught by faculty and academic staff members who are actively involved in advising students. FACULTY FACTS 19:1 Student/Faculty Ratio 507 Teaching Faculty and Staff 24 Average Lecture Class 18 Average Laboratory Sections

HONORS COLLEGE

The Honors College provides additional intellectual breadth and depth to your education, and is the home to many of UW-Stout’s most curious and passionate students. Through cultural, outdoor and on-campus extracurricular activities, Honors College takes learning out of the classroom and provides you with opportunities to get to know your teachers, as well as fellow students who want to get the most out of their college experience. Honors College students receive personalized advising and support, are encouraged to explore their passions with self- designed projects, and are eligible for a number of campus privileges.

 www.uwstout.edu/honors-college

ART, DESIGN & GRAPHICS B.F.A. in Entertainment Design  Animation Comics and Sequential Art Digital Cinema B.F.A. in Game Design & Development – Art  B.S. in Graphic Communications  B.F.A. in Graphic Design & Interactive Media Communication Design Interactive Media B.F.A. in Industrial Design  B.F.A. in Interior Design B.F.A. in Studio Art Ceramics Contemporary Sculptural Practices Drawing Metals and Contemporary Art Jewelry Painting

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT B.S. in Apparel Design & Development B.S. in Business Administration Supply Chain Management B.S. in Construction  B.S. in Golf Enterprise Management   B.S. in Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management   B.S. in Management  B.S. in Real Estate Property Management  Construction Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Business Retail B.S. in Retail Merchandising & Management  Buying and Product Management Fashion Marketing

EDUCATION B.S. in Art Education B.S.in Career,Technical Education and Training   B.S. in Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Special Education B.S. in Family & Consumer Sciences Education  B.S. in Marketing & Business Education 

B.S. in Science Education B.S. in Special Education  B.S. in Technology Education  B.S. in Technology & Science Education  

MAJORS Photography Printmaking

Store Operations Management B.S. in Supply Chain Management B.S. in Sustainable Management 

 Online Delivery Option

 www.uwstout.edu/academics/majors-degrees

 Not offered anywhere else in the UW System

HUMAN & SOCIAL SCIENCES B.S. in Applied Social Science  History and Politics Economics Sociology and Anthropology B.S. in Criminal Justice & Rehabilitation B.S. in Dietetics B.S. in Health, Wellness & Fitness  Health and Wellness Promotions Fitness Professional B.S. in Human Development & Family Studies  B.S. in Psychology Pre-Clinical Self-Designed B.S. in Rehabilitation Services  Independent Living Rehabilitation Individualized Psychiatric Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Service Specialist Social Work Substance Abuse Counseling

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS B.S. in Computer Networking & Information Technology  B.S. in Computer Science  Game Design and Development Mobile Applications Interdisciplinary B.S. in Digital Marketing Technology   B.S. in Information & Communication Technologies   B.S. in Professional Communication & Emerging Media 

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & MATH B.S. in Applied Biochemistry & Molecular Biology B.S. in Applied Mathematics & Computer Science Actuarial Science Business Management Cyber Security Interdisciplinary Mathematics Education B.S. in Applied Science Applied Physics Industrial Chemistry B. S. in Computer & Electrical Engineering B.S. in Engineering Technology Electrical Mechanical Design Plastics Production Operations B.S. in Environmental Science Aquatic Biology Environmental Health Scientific Computing Software Development

PREPROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Our B.S. degree in Applied Science or Applied Biochemistry & Molecular Biology can prepare you to apply to professional programs at: » Chiropractic Schools

» Dental Schools » Medical Schools » Occupational Therapy » Optometry Schools » Pharmacy Schools » Physical Therapy » Physicians Assistant » Veterinary Schools

Applied Journalism Digital Humanities B.S. in Video Production

Our B.S. degrees in Applied Social Science, Business Administration, Criminal Justice and Rehabilitation, Human Development and Family Studies, and Psychology can prepare you to apply to professional programs at: » Law Schools

Natural Resource Conservation B.S. in Food Science & Technology B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering  B.S. in Mechanical Engineering B.S. in Packaging  B.S. in Plastics Engineering 

STUDENT LIFE

MORE THAN 160 STUDENT GROUPS TO FIND YOUR PERFECT FIT

Our Pick One program encourages you to dive into at least one college experience.

When you’re involved on campus, you tend to do better academically, build friendships, develop leadership skills and have fun. • Student Organizations • Leadership • Cultural and Identity • Fraternity and Sorority Life

• Performing Arts • Spiritual • Campus Events • Civic Engagement • Social Justice

78% OF STUDENTS ARE INVOLVED IN STUDENT GROUPS

• Service and Volunteerism • Academic and Professional • Athletic and Recreation

• LGBTQIA+ Programs • Military and Veterans • On-Campus Employment

91% OF PICK ONE! PARTICIPANTS ATTEND STUDENT ACTIVITIES EACH MONTH

What will be your One?

 www.uwstout.edu/life-stout

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“I have grown so much as an individual here at UW-Stout. I’ve gained personal independence, my ability to communicate with industry professionals has grown to new levels, and I’ve also taken on leadership positions on campus. There are so many wonderful opportunities here at UW-Stout and I couldn’t imagine being anywhere else.”

LIZZIE STANFORD Real Estate Property Management

HOMETOWN Siren, WI

YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

YOUR ROOM INCLUDES: • Cable TV with 90+ channels • Microwave and refrigerator combination • Basic furniture including: Carpeting Bed with complete loft kit Desk/Chair Closet Dresser Bookshelf you can check out a vacuum, volleyball, frisbee, DVD player, DVDs, tools, games and more. • Laundry • Full kitchen • Game, study and meeting rooms • No cost printers YOUR HALL INCLUDES: • Front desk services where

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE The First Year Experience (FYE) focuses on bringing out-of-classroom experiences together with your academic future. With activities from intramural teams to study groups, you can foster connections with classmates, advisers and faculty members who are right down the hall or just across the street! FYE students live in one of the south campus residence halls, along with other first-year students who are new to the campus. The emphasis in the FYE halls is to help you adjust to campus life and be a successful student. NEXT EXPERIENCE In your second and subsequent years, you’ll move to one of our Next Experience Halls, many of which are located on north campus. Events, activities, and opportunities that enrich your college experience continue, and you will build upon your growing success that started in an FYE hall. Students living in a Next Experience Hall live with other upperclass students and will benefit from programs geared toward helping them take the next steps in their professional career.

 STOUT ADVENTURES: Stout Adventures has something for the outdoor enthusiast in you! There is no experience necessary for our two 30-foot rock climbing walls, outdoor equipment rental center, outdoor challenge course, or our trips and clinics program. Come enjoy the great outdoors — we’ve got you covered!  FITNESS CENTERS: With two locations on campus, our fitness centers offer 24/7 access, group fitness classes, personal training and more.

SEPERATE OUR AREAS BE ACTIVE & EXPLORE Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure or to work up a sweat in the gym, University Recreation has multiple experiences to help find your way to be active and find new adventures.

 INTRAMURAL SPORTS : Intramural Sports is one of the most active programs on campus providing a variety of competitive and recreational sports for over 3,500 participants annually.  SPORTS CLUBS: Sport Clubs are student organizations focused on a sport or recreational activity. With 24 groups, participation is open to all and brings together more than 600 participants ever year.

90% OF STUDENTS FEEL ACTIVITIES ENHANCE THEIR EDUCATION

8 YEARS IN A ROW GPA FOR STUDENT ATHLETES EXCEEDED CAMPUS GPA

Division III Athletics

NCAA MEN’S TEAMS: Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Hockey Track and Field NCAA WOMEN’S TEAMS: Basketball Cross Country Golf Gymnastics Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field Volleyball

“I came to UW-Stout because I wanted to run track. It was definitely one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I grew so much during my time here and met my closest friends. Being a student athlete enhanced my experience at Stout because I had to learn how to utilize my time and make the most out of everything. I found that I was performing better in the classroom as well because my coaches and peers had high expectations for me, and as an athlete you never want to let them down. I wouldn’t have traded that for anything.”

EMMA SAPIRO Bus iness Administration HOMETOWN Milwaukee, WI

A COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT

We strive to help you succeed not only in the classroom but in all aspects of your life. No matter who you are or what you need to succeed, we’re here to support you through a variety of campus services and groups such as:

“I am an ASPIRE student who is very used to moving around a lot due to being a part of an army family. I am very involved on campus in different organizations and departments. My UW-Stout experiences helped me get ready for the industry by giving me the information needed to succeed. There is always someone around to help you and to answer your questions, no matter how complex they are.”

• ASPIRE/Student Support Services • Counseling Center • Disability Services • Fostering Success for Foster Youth • Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) • Health Services • International Student Services • LGBTQIA+ Program (the Qube) • McNair Scholars Program

• Multicultural Student Services • Student organizations for students of color (Black Student Union, Hmong Stout Student Organization, Latinos Unidos, Native American Student Organization, and Saudi Students Organization) • Tutoring Services – including 24/7 online services • Veteran Services/Veteran’s Club

TYLER ELWOOD Information Communication Technology Concentration in Computer Networking

45% OF STUDENTS ARE FIRST GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS

1,000 STUDENTS OF COLOR ATTEND UW-STOUT

HOMETOWN Lublin, WI

MILITARY & VETERANS

NORTHWOODS BATTALION ARMY ROTC AT UW-STOUT

The Northwoods Battalion Army ROTC program will strengthen the leadership skills you will need for success in the military or civilian workplace through a robust curriculum and participation in hands-on activities like orienteering, rappelling and paintball, as well as a variety of social events and extracurricular activities such as the annual military ball and field training exercises at Fort McCoy. Opportunities also exist for full-ride scholarships and summer internships at Army posts around the world, as well as participation in special military training such as air assault school.  www.uwstout.edu/rotc VETERAN SERVICES We value the unique skill sets that vets bring to the classroom, and we are dedicated to providing the tools and resources that help vets achieve their educational goals through our Veteran Services office. We also have a dedicated space on campus for all our veterans, service members, and their families. Stop in to connect with fellow vets, study, hold meetings, or just relax to enjoy a peaceful space.  www.uwstout.edu/veterans

TUITION AND FEES

ESTIMATED UNDERGRADUATE COSTS

Based on 15 credits per semester

WI

MN MSEP*

Non-Resident

Tuition and Fees Minnesota residents must apply for reciprocity

$9,457

$10,111

$12,797 $17,423

Double Room and Most Popular Meal Plan

$6,924 $6,924 $6,924 $6,924

Total Yearly Costs

$16,381

$17,035

$19,721 $24,347

Current costs are online at: www.uwstout.edu/tuition * UW-Stout is a participating school in the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP). Residents from Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and Ohio may qualify for reduced tuition.

SCHOLARSHIPS The university and its foundation award more than $1 million in scholarships every year to outstanding students. The highly competitive awards are based on your overall student profile, including participation in academic organizations and other groups, interest areas or financial need. The application deadline is the first Monday in February. Awards range from $250 to $9,000. The scholarship listing and applications are available online.  www. uwstout.edu/scholarships FINANCIAL AID You may qualify for grants, low-interest loans, on-campus employment or a combination of financial assistance. More than 80% of UW-Stout students receive financial aid. Students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) [ www.fafsa.gov ]. Whether or not you will qualify for financial assistance will depend on your financial need when you are admitted to the university.  www.uwstout.edu/financial-aid

TUITION AND FEES Your tuition and fees include:

• Student activities

• Recreation complex

• Laptop and software

• Health services

• Local bus service

• Textbooks and e-textbooks

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

Academic preparation and success are the primary factors considered for admission to the university. No single factor, attribute or characteristic will be used to determine admission. Admission will be based on multiple criteria including academic and personal achievements. Nonacademic criteria can make a good applicant strong, however, they will not make an academically weak applicant admissible. New freshmen are likely to be admitted if they rank in the top 50% of their graduating class or have earned a minimum ACT composite score of 22 (or SAT equivalent). The following is a profile of our most recently admitted freshmen: CLASS RANK: TOP 50% GPA: 3.0-3.5 ACT: 21-24

The Admissions Office will also consider secondary nonacademic criteria which includes: leadership, volunteerism, personal statement, honors and awards, letters of recommendation, socioeconomic background, extracurricular activities, diversity of personal background and work experience.

YOUR SENIOR YEAR STEPS TO ADMISSION

PRIMARY ACADEMIC CRITERIA ACADEMIC RIGOR: Applicants must complete the high school course requirements as determined by the University of Wisconsin System.

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR FRESHMEN Some programs are more selective and require stronger academic preparation or art portfolios, including Applied Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Applied Mathematics and Computer Science; Applied Science; Computer and Electrical Engineering; Computer Science; Entertainment Design; Game Design and Development-Art; Graphic Design and Interactive Media; Industrial Design; Interior Design; Manufacturing Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Packaging; Plastics Engineering; Studio Art; and Supply Chain Management Additional criteria are listed online at www.uwstout.edu/admissions-aid/how-apply/ new-freshmen TO APPLY, SEND US: • A completed UW System application, available online at apply.wisconsin.edu • Current application fee • Official high school transcripts • ACT or SAT score

AUGUST 2019 ∙ Apply online (Priority Deadline: December 1, 2019 to be eligible for most scholarships) OCTOBER 2019 ∙ Apply for the Stout University Foundation Scholarship ∙ Complete FAFSA (Priority Deadline: February 1, 2019 for need-based Foundation Scholarships) JANUARY 2020 ∙ Submit portfolio (BFA Programs: Deadline second Monday in January) FEBRUARY 2020 ∙ Complete housing contract (Deadline: March 1, 2019 for priority room selection) ∙ Submit your Stout University Foundation Scholarship application (Deadline first Monday in February) MARCH 2020 ∙ Register for First-Year Registration and Orientation ∙ Complete housing and dining questionnaire APRIL 2020 ∙ MN residents register for reciprocity JUNE 2020 ∙ Submit final high school transcripts to Admissions ∙ Check email for room selection process and time ∙ Attend First-Year Registration and Orientation JULY 2020 ∙ Register for a parking permit AUGUST 2020 ∙ Receive move-in instructions via email ∙ Review fall billing info ∙ Sign Master Promissory Notes (MPN) ∙ Review financial aid award letter ∙ Sign the Fee Payment Agreement

MINIMUM HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS English 4 Math (Algebra I and higher) 3

Social Science 3 Natural Science 3 Electives 4 Total Units 17

GRADE POINT AVERAGE: Applicants must maintain a high level of achievement in challenging coursework. TRENDS IN GRADES: The pattern of grades over time is important and an increasingly strong academic record can improve the likelihood of admission.

CLASS RANK: Class rank will be considered (if available).

ACT/SAT TEST SCORES: ACT or SAT scores will be considered.

ADDED VALUE

Our scholarship offerings and affordable tuition are just part of what allows a significant percentage of our students to graduate with low level of debt.

• Tuition includes a laptop and software relevant to your major (valued at up to $4,500) • Textbook rental is also included in your tuition ($200–$500 per semester in savings) • Residence hall rooms are fully furnished with items that are often extra (valued up to $1,000)

• The low cost of living for the area also offers affordable off-campus housing options • There are a wide array of on- campus jobs that will allow you to balance work and school • Our paid co-op and internship opportunities do not count against your financial aid award

ROE: RETURN ON EDUCATION Due to our exceptional career-focused education you are likely to find that the career opportunities you’ll have as a graduate, or even prior to graduation, will make repaying any loans you incur easier.

• You’ll enjoy enhanced opportunities for applied learning starting as early as your freshman year, as well as gaining one-of-a-kind opportunities to work with real-world projects and organizations through our Discovery Center.

• Our strong industry network will provide you with connections, partnerships, and advisory board consultation that will keep what you study in your major relevant.

CAREER SERVICES

Our Career Services office offers greatly enhanced services compared to what most other campuses offer. They have helped thousands of students like you take the next step from their undergraduate education to employment or graduate school. While you’re a student at UW-Stout, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a Career Services Counselor who specializes in your program area. You’ll also have access to CareerLink which includes access to an employer database, several job boards, career events, on campus interviews, and databases of other career information. CareerLink also provides students the opportunity to “earn while you learn” through paid co-ops and internships as well as many student employment opportunities on campus. Career Services will also invite you to attend our two annual career conferences, the largest in the Midwest, where many students secure internships, coops, and post-graduation employment.

“At UW-Stout, I landed a job after college before I even graduated. I have a hands-on education, and I gained leadership experience that will help me in my career.” GABRIELLA PARKER Business Administration Emphasis in Marketing and Sales HOMETOWN South St. Paul, MN

 www.uwstout.edu/academics/career-services

$43,000 MEDIAN SALARY FOR 2017 GRADUATES

98.2% EMPLOYED POST GRADUATION OR CONTINUING EDUCATION

87% EMPLOYED RELATED TO THEIR MAJOR

5 REASONS TO CHOOSE UW-STOUT

1. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES. Our majors are proven to lead to careers with noteworthy starting salaries and a 98% post-graduation employment or continuing education rate. Don’t believe us? Let us show you our math. 2. APPLIED LEARNING LIKE NOWHERE ELSE. We’re all about hands-on experiences here with three times as many labs as classrooms. Gain the real-world skills that will set you apart. 3. UNIQUE MAJORS. Nearly half of our programs aren’t offered anywhere else in the UW System. Beyond that, some are only offered at a few colleges nationwide! 4. EARN WHILE YOU LEARN. Student employment opportunities on campus are plentiful, as are paid internships and co-ops with our industry partners. 5. ADDED VALUE. We’ve got you covered. Your tuition and residence hall fees include things like textbooks, a laptop loaded with state-of-the-art software and all of the essentials for your room.

CONTACT

Phone: 715-232-1232 Fax: 715-232-1667

Email: admissions@uwstout.edu Website: admissions.uwstout.edu Text: 715-602-8088 www.facebook.com/uwstout www.twitter.com/uwstout @uwstoutpics @uwstoutadmissions

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