University of Wisconsin - Parkside 2023-2024 Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

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University of Wisconsin, Parkside opens admission for Spring and Fall semesters. With a high acceptance rate of 89%, the University of Wisconsin accepts applications from international students on a rolling basis. However, applications for the fall semester are invited in the month of Jan (PG courses)/May (UG courses) and for the spring semester in the month of Nov (UG courses)/Aug (PG courses). Standardized tests to study in US are not required for UG applicants. For PG applicants, GRE scores are required for Masters in Computer and Information Systems.

Among popular courses at the University of Wisconsin Parkside, MSCIS and MBA receive the most traction from international students. To get into MBA at the University of Wisconsin, Parkside, you will need a strong GPA (2.5 or more ~ 77 to 79%). International applicants with a GPA of more than 2.75 (80-82%) can get into the course with a GMAT waiver. For both MBA and MSCIS, letters of recommendation are a crucial part of the application package. The university also offers conditional admission to its international applicants who do not fulfill the minimum English language proficiency requirements.

Highlights

Application Portal	Online Portal
Application fee (non refundable )	No fee
Acceptance rate	70.32%
Average SAT score	1090
Average ACT score	21
Mode of payment	Credit Card
Academic Calendar	Semester –based
Intake seasons	Fall/Spring
Work Experience	Required for graduate students
Financial Aid	Loans, grants, and scholarships available
International Admissions	Admissions +1 262-595-2355 admissions@uwp.edu

University of Wisconsin, Parkside Admission Deadlines

Though the University of Wisconsin Parkside accepts applications on a rolling basis, international applicants are suggested to send in their applications by following deadlines:

Semester	UG Deadlines	PG Deadlines
Spring semester	November 15	August 01
Fall Semester	May 30	January 01

University of Wisconsin, Parkside International Admissions

The University Of Wisconsin accepts International applicants, given that they fulfill all the eligibility requirements, meet the appropriate deadlines and provide proper proof of financial support for their first academic year. The admission process is almost similar for both international and domestic applicants. However international applicants need to meet some additional requirements in order to study in America.

Must have completed secondary education with a college preparatory curriculum.
Meet the minimum grade point equivalency
Provide academic official records
Meet the appropriate deadlines
Submit various standardized test scores
Verified financial statement.

Admission Requirements for International Applicants:

International applicants must satisfy the following requirements in order to be eligible for admission in the University Of Wisconsin.

A complete application
Official high school and college transcripts signed by official authority
Transcript evaluated by an authorized agency
English language proficiency test scores- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, etc.
Graduate tests to study abroad- GRE/GMAT score
- Currently, GRE is only required by select few subjects
Verified financial support affidavit
Copy of passport
Sponsorship statement form
Original bank statement form
Personal Essay
Letter of recommendation

English Language Requirements for International Students

International Applicants are required to present one of the following scores to demonstrate English proficiency. The minimum required score by the University are:

Proficiency Test	Minimum required score
TOEFL iBT	71
TOEFL PBT	525
IELTS	5.5
ACT English Subscore	23
GTEC	1140

US Visa Process for International Applicants

International applicants can apply for a visa to study in the USA right after an application letter is issued. Students whose applications have been approved will be issued the I-20 form for the further process of getting a Visa. After receiving the I-20 form and the admissions process gets completed once. Applicants can proceed further to the designated authority regarding any questions. Applicants will be required to submit the following documents while applying for a visa:

Valid passport
Visa
Proof of health insurance
Proof of residence
Original I-20 form
Fee receipt paid to The University of Wisconsin.

After the submission of the required documents, students can schedule an interview with the nearest US embassy and prepare for their visa interview.

University of Wisconsin, Parkside Undergraduate Admissions

There are around 41 majors in undergraduate courses at University of Wisconsin Parkside. International applicants are not required to submit any application fees when making UG applications with the university. Given below are the details of UG admissions with the University of Wisconsin Parkside.

Where to apply- Online application Portal of Wisconsin University

Admission requirements-

Applicants must submit the following documents at the time of admission.

Proof of residency
Financial sponsorship
English proficiency scorecard for international applicants
Letter of recommendation
ACT/SAT scores are not required, but if an applicant wishes to submit their score, they can.
Academic transcripts in a sealed envelope.
Evaluations of transcripts

University of Wisconsin, Parkside Graduate Admissions

The University of Wisconsin offers graduate programs in various majors including IT management, applied biotechnology, biological science, business management, business administration, and other major disciplines.

Application Portal: Online Application

Aspirants are required to submit their sealed transcript and other required documents to the concerned authority.

A complete application form
Transcripts
GPA requirements- 2.5 or more
- International applicants with GPA above 2.75 can ask for GMAT waiver to study MBA at University of Wisconsin Parkside.
Letter of recommendation
English language Proficiency
Resume
GMAT or GRE scores
Essay required
Personal statement required
Financial Aid Scholarship, Loans, Grants.

Here are the specific detail regarding some of the major courses is given below-

Requirements	MS in Applied Biotechnology	MBA	MS in IT management	MSCIS
GMAT/GRE	Not required	GMAT required	GRE required	GRE required
Resume	Required	Required	Required	Required
LOR	2 LORs	2 LORs	2 LORs	2 LORs
Personal statement	Required	Required	Required	Required
Transcript	Required	Required	Required	Required

Find out how should your MBA LOR be, here!

Graduate applicants are requested to send their official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended to be mailed directly from the institution(s) to UW-Parkside at this address: Admissions Office, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, 900 Wood Road, Kenosha, WI 53144.

Applicants are required to make the application three months prior to the date of commencement of the application process. Applicants need to submit a statement of strong reason with a suitable purpose for the course. The process may take up to one month for the successful process of the application and arrival of decision.