Applying to UW-Superior FAQs
Applying to UW-Superior
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As a non-degree seeking student, you must:
- Complete the admissions application
- Pay the $44 application fee
- Send us your transcripts from high school and any colleges you have attended
- If you are under the age of 20, you will have to also submit your ACT or SAT scores
After these steps have been completed, your application will undergo review. If you are a non-degree seeking student, you will not have to pay the $100 enrollment deposit. If you are a Youth Options student, you will have to pay the $100 enrollment deposit by going to www.uwsuper.edu/admissions/apply/enrollment-deposits.
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To request admissions materials, please contact admissions{atuws}
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The deadline for fall semester is August 1. Priority deadline for fall semester is April 15 and that will give you a better chance at registration and housing choices. The deadline for spring semester is January 15.
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- Log into My E-Hive
- Under the Favorites tab at the top, click on "Maintain Applications"
- Enter your name and birthdate
- Click the "Application Data" tab
- Transfer to Education and click "Go"
- You will then be able to see the status of your application and transcripts. Just make sure to check to see if the $50 application fee is paid.
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You can schedule a visit with your admissions counselor by contacting the Admissions Office at 715-394-8230 or admissions{atuws}.
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In order to re-enroll at UW-Superior, complete a re-entry application. If you have attended any other colleges or universities between the time you left UW-Superior and when you plan to re-enroll, please submit an official transcript from that institution(s) to the Admissions Office. View more information about the re-entry process.
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You can file your FAFSA online any time after October 1 for the following academic year. For 2017-2018 UW-Superior has a priority deadline of December 15. This means your FAFSA and all required documents must be complete in our office by that date to receive the best award package available. Students will need to use 2015 tax and income information for the 2017-2018 FAFSA. You can file your FAFSA at any time during the academic year and still receive aid for fall/spring term, however, your file must be complete with us no later than one week prior to the end of the last semester attended. You must file a new FAFSA for every academic year.
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Reciprocity is only for those students from Minnesota. Basically, if you have reciprocity, you pay approximately the same tuition as attending a Minnesota public university.
Residency, for educational purposes, is more than just where you are currently living. You have to show that you intend to be a bonafide resident of the State of Wisconsin and that you are not here just to go to school. Contact the Registrar if you feel that you should be considered a resident.
The residency request form is located under the forms link on the Registrar's website. There are several documents required to submit with this form.
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- We aspire to transfer in as many military credits as possible.
- You will have the option of participating in Prior Learning Experience Courses (PLA). Unique accredited programs, like the Transportation and Logistics, Art Therapy and Digital Media programs are just a few of the majors you can choose from.
- As part of the University of Wisconsin System, you will have access to every library within the system, including UW-Madison. Need a hard to find journal? Request the item from another library in the University of Wisconsin System, and it will be delivered to you within a week.
- We're a small school set in the middle of the city of Superior. This makes campus easy to navigate and the 21 students per class average make it easy to learn and connect with your peers and professors.
- You matter. At UW-Superior you are more than just a number. You'll get an individualized education and support from faculty and staff to help you achieve academic success.
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If you are a re-entry student or are coming from a two-year UW school, you do not have to pay the application fee payment. All other individuals must pay the application fee unless they have had an application fee waiver approved.
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Once you’re accepted to UW-Superior, you must pay a $100 deposit. This will reserve a place for you at UW-Superior. After the deposit is paid, you’ll be able to register for SOAR (Summer Orientation Advisement and Registration) or Transfer Orientation. The deposit is only refundable up to May 1. To learn more about the enrollment deposit, go to www.uwsuper.edu/admissions/apply/enrollment-deposits, or contact the Admissions Office at (715) 394-8230 or admissions{atuws}.
If you are unable to pay the Enrollment Deposit, contact the Admissions Office and ask for the Director of Admissions to see if you qualify for a waiver.
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We have over 250 veteran students attending UW-Superior. There is also a high percentage of non-traditional students along with traditional aged students in the classroom, which means that you are likely to be sitting next to someone who may have a similar life experience as you.
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Freshmen and sophomore students (students who have 56 credits or less) who are not veterans, married or living with parents or guardian and who have not reached the age of 20 by the first day of classes of fall semester are required to live on campus. Students who live with a guardian less than 35 miles away from campus may be considered a Commuter and live off campus. This is a UW System policy.
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For questions about the international student admissions process, please contact our International Admissions Coordinator in the Office of International Programs at international{atuws} or (715) 394-8138 .
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Students who are U.S. citizens, or eligible non-citizens, enrolled at half-time status or more, may qualify for financial aid. Some restrictions apply. Pell grant recipients may be eligible if they are less than half time. While it may be true that not all students qualify for grants (money which does not have to be paid back), all students who apply for financial aid and meet the general eligibility requirements are eligible for some type of financial aid, including loans. In addition, financial conditions within the family may change over the course of the year (ex. layoffs, divorce/separation, etc.) and aid may be adjusted to reflect the circumstances faced by the family.
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Your best sources for scholarship information are your high school guidance office and the college you plan to attend. UW-Superior has scholarship information listed on our Scholarships page. Be aware that there are many companies and individuals that claim they can find scholarships for you by searching national scholarship databases for a fee. They often are not legitimate and should be used with caution.
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Distance learners may earn a Bachelor of Science degree (or a Bachelor of Arts degree if language requirement is met). It is the same degree that is conferred to the on-campus student.
Degrees from distance learning programs are widely recognized as equivalent to campus programs, and have been offered for many years – in the case of our program, more than 30 years with more than 1,000 graduates.
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- Complete the online University of Wisconsin System application for admission at uwsuper.edu/admissions/apply.
In the UW-Superior section, be sure to select one of the Distance Learning majors. - Request copies of your transcripts from other institutions you have attended to be sent to the Admissions Office, UW-Superior, PO Box 2000, Superior, WI 54880.
- If you meet admission requirements, you will receive a letter of acceptance from UW-Superior. The letter will identify your assigned advisor.
- Contact your advisor to arrange a time for an enrollment conference.
- Complete an enrollment conference with your assigned advisor, who will help you with planning and answer questions.
- Register for coursework for your initial term through the E-Hive.
- Complete the online University of Wisconsin System application for admission at uwsuper.edu/admissions/apply.
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Once you have submitted everything we need, you will be notified within a week whether you have been accepted as a student or not. You will receive an acceptance email and an acceptance letter in the mail.
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SOAR stands for Summer Orientation, Advisement and Registration. SOAR is a daylong event required for all freshmen and transfer students coming in with 21 or fewer post high school credits. It is your introduction to UW-Superior. You'll connect with current students, staff and faculty as you learn about UW-Superior and its services. You'll also plan your semester and register for fall classes.
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Schedule a campus visit by going to www.uwusper.edu/visit. We offer tours Monday through Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
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For questions about transferring to UW-Superior, please contact our Transfer Coordinator in the Admissions Office at admissions{atuws} or (715) 394-8230 .
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To register for placement testing, go to www.uwsuper.edu/support/testing/uw-placement. For any further questions, Contact Student Support Services at 715-394-8185 or support{atuws}