Is University of Wisconsin-Platteville worth it?
University of Wisconsin-Platteville is a public, four-year institution in Platteville, Wisconsin (small town). It awarded 1,464 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in mechanical engineering, criminal justice and manufacturing engineering technology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$56,860
Median earnings 4 years after
$70,899
Median earnings 10 years after
$61,760
Average net price
$16,032
Completion rate
56%
Completions (2024)
1,464
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
5,837
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $71,612 | $87,139 | 264 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Bachelor's | $67,742 | $83,958 | 233 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $51,290 | $66,306 | 231 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $95,090 | $112,770 | 132 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $41,636 | $59,533 | 127 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $69,582 | $81,976 | 121 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Bachelor's | $54,473 | $66,059 | 92 |
| Animal Sciences | Bachelor's | $44,956 | $53,530 | 89 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $35,752 | $50,540 | 75 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | Bachelor's | $77,405 | $92,443 | 74 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $39,290 | $43,805 | 71 |
| Security Science and Technology | Bachelor's | $38,013 | $50,368 | 70 |
| Engineering, General | Master's | $96,767 | $115,411 | 65 |
| Computer Engineering | Bachelor's | $71,635 | $95,300 | 54 |
| Industrial Engineering | Bachelor's | $76,952 | $88,918 | 49 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 162 |
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's | 78 |
| Civil Engineering, General | Bachelor's | 75 |
| Construction Management, General | Bachelor's | 69 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 60 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 58 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Bachelor's | 56 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 51 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Associate | 49 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 21% | 4,826 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 2,968 |
| Educational Services | 13% | 2,878 |
| Public Administration | 7% | 1,496 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 1,476 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 6% | 1,467 |
| Construction | 6% | 1,394 |
| Wholesale Trade | 5% | 1,172 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Wisconsin. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page