Is University of Wisconsin-La Crosse worth it?
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is a public, four-year institution in La Crosse, Wisconsin (small city). It awarded 2,417 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in biology sciences, exercise science and kinesiology and psychology.
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Federal context for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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Median earnings 1 year after
$43,472
Median earnings 4 years after
$60,184
Median earnings 10 years after
$60,378
Average net price
$16,210
Completion rate
71%
Completions (2024)
2,417
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
9,277
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $36,823 | $67,446 | 234 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,327 | $55,173 | 173 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $46,432 | $61,191 | 169 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $55,965 | $76,227 | 160 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $52,521 | $67,521 | 125 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $40,293 | $56,470 | 123 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $30,993 | $58,233 | 106 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Bachelor's | $45,004 | $47,047 | 102 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $62,450 | $78,296 | 98 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Master's | $117,651 | $127,722 | 77 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $42,706 | $46,328 | 76 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | Bachelor's | $41,370 | $58,908 | 73 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | Doctoral | $77,614 | $80,611 | 67 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $37,748 | $46,043 | 65 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $33,529 | $50,737 | 65 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 226 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 201 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 198 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 162 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 148 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 130 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 129 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 72 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 69 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Bachelor's | 66 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 26% | 8,532 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 23% | 7,453 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 2,460 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 2,019 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 2,004 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 1,938 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 1,545 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,226 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. 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