by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UW - Platteville worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UW - Platteville is ranked #1,139 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B+ (above average for value). Within Wisconsin, it ranks #22 of 57 for value.
These UW - Platteville majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Dairy Science | #3 of 10 |
| Engineering & Applied Physics | #6 of 18 |
| Engineering Physics | #6 of 18 |
| Engineering | #6 of 18 |
| Horticultural Science | #10 of 38 |
| Agronomy & Crop Science | #12 of 38 |
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology | #14 of 26 |
| Industrial Technology | #14 of 26 |
| Agriculture | #18 of 47 |
| Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations | #18 of 47 |
Read the full UW - Platteville value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville is ranked #8 out of #62 in Wisconsin for quality and #22 out of #57 for Wisconsin value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UW - Platteville financial aid page to be sure.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville is ranked #1,139 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UW - Platteville costs about $17,961. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $71,845 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,109 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,032 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,961 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $71,845 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about UW - Platteville net price and the factors that affect it.
What UW - Platteville costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UW - Platteville degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $84,436 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,845 | #1,139 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,128 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $84,436 | — | — |
| All Students | $71,845 | #22 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,128 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UW - Platteville shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,666 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,552 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,737 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,051 |
| Over $110K | $18,259 |
About 62% of UW - Platteville undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,851 per year. Get more details on the UW - Platteville financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UW - Platteville cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.