The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announced its preliminary fall 2025 enrollment estimates, which includes 1,451 students in the new freshman class — a 10% increase over last year’s freshman class — making this the largest freshman class in six years.
“This increase is a strong sign of momentum and the collective efforts of our entire university community,” said Chancellor Tammy Evetovich. “Just as important, our steady overall enrollment is a testament to the strong student retention we continue to see, thanks to the outstanding support systems on campus and the genuine care our faculty and staff show for every student.”
The total estimated enrollment at UW-Platteville for the 2025-26 academic year is 6,406.
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