University of Wisconsin-River Falls
River Falls, Wisconsin · Public
University of Wisconsin-River Falls admitted 82% of 5,903 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1010–1210 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 61% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
University of Wisconsin-River Falls’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Wisconsin-River Falls’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $20,404 in-state and $28,685 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,242 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Wisconsin-River Falls’s acceptance rate?
University of Wisconsin-River Falls admitted 82% of applicants: 4,818 of 5,903 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is University of Wisconsin-River Falls’s application deadline?
University of Wisconsin-River Falls uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-River Falls?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1010 to 1210 (converted from ACT scores), with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Wisconsin-River Falls’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does University of Wisconsin-River Falls have supplemental essays?
No. University of Wisconsin-River Falls doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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