Cost & Financial Aid
How much could one year cost?
The price of a UWM degree depends on a variety of factors, from your state residency to the number of courses you take each semester. The chart below provides a basic overview of costs.
| Associate | Bachelor’s | Graduate | |
| Tuition | $5,628 | $10,398 | $12,728 |
| Housing | n/a | $7,004 | $14,158 |
| Meal Plan | n/a | $4,680 | $4,680 |
| Books | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Estimated Total: | $6,428 | $22,882 | $32,366 |
UWM Online cost information
UWM at Waukesha and UWM at Washington County (associate degree programs) cost information
| Associate | Undergraduate | Graduate | |
| Tuition Minnesota–Wisconsin Tuition Reciprocity special rate | $5,794 | $14,584 | $21,606 |
| Housing | $7,004 | $7,004 | $14,158 |
| Meal Plan | $4,680 | $4,680 | $4,680 |
| Books | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Milwaukee Advantage Program | – $1,000 | ||
| Estimated Total: | $18,278 | $26,068 | $41,244 |
UWM Online cost information
| Associate | Undergraduate | Graduate | |
| Tuition Midwest Tuition reduced rate | $8,204 | $14,784 | $18,279 |
| Housing | $7,004 | $7,004 | $14,158 |
| Meal Plan | $4,680 | $4,680 | $4,680 |
| Books | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Milwaukee Advantage Program | – $1,000 | ||
| Estimated Total: | $20,688 | $26,268 | $37,917 |
UWM Online cost information
| Associate | Undergraduate | Graduate | |
| Tuition | $13,293 | $22,398 | $26,159 |
| Housing | $7,004 | $7,004 | $14,158 |
| Meal Plan | $4,680 | $4,680 | $4,680 |
| Books | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Estimated Total: | $25,777 | $34,882 | $45,797 |
UWM Online cost information
Tuition Rate Schedules
Take a look at the tuition rate that applies to you.
Estimated Cost Calculator
Use our online tool to add up the numbers based on your situation.
Housing Rates
On-campus housing is available on the main campus in Milwaukee. Rates vary based on room type and building.
Meal Plans
Students living on campus have three meal plans to choose from. Plans are required for most UWM residence halls.
The amounts listed on this fee schedule do not include any special course fees, distance education fees, or differential tuition that will be charged in addition to normal tuition and are not included in the 12-18 credit pricing plateau. Consult the Schedule of Classes for a complete listing. Differential tuition is defined on the “Additional/Differential per Credit Charges” tables on the Tuition and Fees page. Segregated fees are included in the tuition rates.
Milwaukee Advantage Program
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio and South Dakota students are eligible to receive an additional $1,000 award each year through the Milwaukee Advantage Program (MAP). The MAP award is renewable.
- MAP is offered for Fall and Spring semesters. Spring semester admits are eligible for $500.
- Must be enrolled full-time in order to be eligible. Falling below full-time status will result in cancellation of the award. Also, students must be continuously enrolled with no withdrawals or breaks between semesters (fall/spring).
- Must be an undergraduate student seeking a bachelor’s degree and maintain good academic standing.
Please note: The Milwaukee Advantage Program applies to UWM’s main campus in Milwaukee. The branch campus in Waukesha and does not participate in the program.
Midwest Tuition
Midwest Tuition is available to residents of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio and South Dakota. Midwest Tuition applies to all associate, bachelor’s and graduate programs.
Minnesota–Wisconsin Tuition Reciprocity
The Minnesota-Wisconsin Tuition Reciprocity Agreement allows Minnesota residents attending Wisconsin institutions to receive a special rate. Students attending the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee pay the higher of the in-state tuition charged by UWM or by the University of Minnesota-Duluth.
If you wish to take advantage of this agreement, apply for certification as a Minnesota resident through the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
Minnesota Reciprocity rates for 2024-25 are currently posted.
Illinois Tuition
Illinois residents pay UWM’s Midwest Tuition, which is available to residents of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio and South Dakota. Midwest Tuition applies to all associate, bachelor’s and graduate programs.
Housing
On-campus housing is available in Milwaukee for First-Year Bridge Program, bachelor’s and graduate students. First-Year Bridge Program students pay associate tuition.
On-campus housing is not available at UWM’s Waukesha campus.
Ways to Reduce & Manage Cost
Scholarships
Generally based on merit. Undergraduate student scholarship amounts and application deadlines vary.
Loans*
Federal and private loans are common forms of assistance that students must repay.
Grants*
Gift or free money, usually based on financial need, that does not have to be repaid. This includes the Milwaukee Tuition Promise.
Military Education Benefits
If you are a current or past member of the military, or a qualifying dependent of one, talk to our Veterans Specialist to determine what benefits are available to you.
Student Employment
UWM is hiring. Meet some of our biggest student employers.
Fellowships
Master’s and doctoral candidates are encouraged to apply for assistantships and fellowships through the UWM Graduate School.
Payment Plans
Based on eligibility, students can find more flexible options to split their payment over two or three installments over the semester.
State Residency
If you’re a permanent resident of Wisconsin or other Midwest states, you are likely eligible for reduced tuition rates.
* A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed each year to receive grants or to be evaluated for most loan assistance.
Return on Your Investment
A college degree can lead to increased job satisfaction and a higher salary. College graduates even report higher levels of happiness and better health.
Stand out
Three out of four new jobs posted require at least a bachelor’s degree, according to a 2017 study led by researchers at Harvard Business School.
Earn more
Nationally, college graduates earn 56 percent more than high school graduates.
Join the state’s largest alumni network
Seventy-four percent of UWM alumni live, work, hire and inspire right here in Wisconsin.
Jump-Start Your Career
UWM’s connections with hundreds of employers in the Milwaukee area and across the nation can help you land internships and find your first job. In this slideshow, you’ll meet just a few of our recent graduates who accepted job offers before commencement. To learn more about opportunities at UWM, visit our Career Planning and Resource Center.
