The University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UW-River Falls) is now accepting student applications through Shorelight! Ranked #14 in Top Public Schools by U.S. News & World Report, UW-River Falls is a leading academic institution offering students 70+ undergraduate programs and 20+ graduate programs across multiple disciplines. At UW-River Falls, students can look forward to a personalized learning experience facilitated by small class sizes and hands-on instruction.
Why Choose the University of Wisconsin-River Falls?
Get practical training — Develop in-demand skills and get real-world work experience through hands-on learning, inside the classroom and out. Approximately 76% of UW-River Falls students complete at least one “high impact practice,” including internships, practicums, research projects, and student teaching placements before their graduation.
Hands-on learning experiences. At UW-River Falls, students find extraordinary educational opportunities. Our learners get the guidance, tools, and support to chart their own journeys in all sorts of classrooms—gaining hands-on learning experiences on the job and around the world, in research labs and in engaging lecture halls where professors support students’ strengths and invest in their success.
Join competitive athletic teams — Ranked among the Best Colleges for Intramural Sports (BestColleges.com), UW-River Falls provides exciting opportunities for aspiring athletes to train while building critical interpersonal and teamwork skills. Students can choose from 25 intramural leagues, 18 varsity sports, and the Falcon Outdoor Adventures (FOA) program for biking, camping, fishing, and other outdoor activities. UW-River Falls’ $63.5 million Falcon Center is also recognized as an NIRSA Outstanding Sports Facility.
Accolades for the University of Wisconsin-River Falls
U.S. News & World Report, 2024
Best Regional Universities
#60 Regional Universities Midwest (tie)
#14 Top Public Schools (tie)
#70 Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie)
The Princeton Review – Guide to Green Colleges 2022 Edition
America’s Greenest Schools
Times Higher Education
8th in the nation - schools students say are worth the expense
The University of Wisconsin River-Falls’ Degree Programs for International Students
Undergraduate
College of Education, Business and Allied Health
Business Administration, BS
Management, BS
College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences
Conservation & Environmental Planning, BS
Environmental Engineering, BS
College of Arts and Sciences
Computer Science & Information System, BS
Data Science, BS
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Graduate
College of Education, Business and Allied Health
Counseling, MSE
College of Arts and Sciences
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), MA
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Discover your academic potential at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, where you can earn a prestigious degree, participate in engaging campus activities, and grow your professional network.