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The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is among the most affordable institutions in the state, with additional savings found through our textbook rental system. That means our students get outstanding educational and career opportunities at a lower cost than many of their peers.

See current UW-Platteville tuition rates for on-campus and online students. All costs are approximate and subject to change. Visit the Cashier's Office to view a detailed breakdown of tuition and fees.

  • The following direct costs are estimated for an on-campus undergraduate student enrolled full time at UW-Platteville for the academic year. 

    Tuition Advantage, formerly known as the Tri-State Initiative, is a discount on out-of-state tuition for eligible residents of Illinois and Iowa.

    Minnesota-Wisconsin Reciprocity states that eligible residents of Minnesota can attend Wisconsin institutions at the approved reciprocity tuition rate.

    Tuition and fees include UW System undergraduate tuition, registration fees, and items such as textbook rental, health and wellness services, and student activities. Housing and meal costs shown represents the average cost for the majority of students. View detailed costs on residence hall and meal plan options.

    2026-27 Undergraduate Direct Costs

    Wisconsin Resident
    $9,297
    Tuition & fees^
    $8,905
    Housing & meals*
    $18,202
    Academic year total
    Minnesota Resident
    $11,524
    Tuition & fees^
    $8,905
    Housing & meals*
    $20,429
    Academic year total
    IA/IL Tuition Advantage
    $14,551
    Tuition & fees^
    $8,905
    Housing & meals*
    $23,456
    Academic year total
    Non-Resident
    $18,892
    Tuition & fees^
    $8,905
    Housing & meals*
    $27,797
    Academic year total
    International
    $19,892
    Tuition & fees^
    $8,905
    Housing & meals*
    $28,797
    Academic year total

    ^ Due to the cost of delivery, some majors have a program-specific tuition rate. This includes agriculture majors, computer science, construction management, cybersecurity, engineering majors, and engineering technology management.
    * Average cost for the majority of students.

  • Program/Course Delivery Cost Per Credit*
    Associate of Arts and Sciences
    Associate of Science in Business Administration
    $374.10
    Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
    Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
    Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
    Bachelor of Business Administration
    Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies
    $404.43
    Bachelor of Science in Applied Computing $525
    Master of Science in Criminal Justice
    Master of Science in Management
    Master of Science in Organizational Change Leadership
    Master of Science in Project Management
    Master of Science in Sport Administration
    Master of Science in Supply Chain Management
    $788.74
    Master of Science in Engineering $804.06
    Master of Science in Healthcare Administration $740
    Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology $875
    Master of Science in Cybersecurity $850

    Fees

    Fee Type Cost
    Registration Fee $35
    New Transfer Student Fee* $45
    Degree Assessment Fee** $75

    * One-time fee applied to undergraduates upon first enrollment.
    ** Students seeking a degree are assessed a $75 fee as they near graduation. The fee is based on the number of credits completed and covers the costs associated with the assessment of academic records, including degree audits, which occur during the final year of coursework. It is not associated with the completion of a degree.

    Segregated Fee (B) for textbooks

    Fee Type Cost Per Credit
    Undergraduate* $9.13
    Graduate** $12.17

    *$109.50 maximum for fall/spring; $9.13/credit with $54.25 maximum for summer

    Note: Segregated Fees are estimated—final fees approved in June. Shipping fees are additional and will be billed to your PASS account.