Is University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh worth it?
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is a public, four-year institution in Oshkosh, Wisconsin (small city). It awarded 2,233 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, liberal arts and sciences and business administration and management.
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Federal context for University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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Median earnings 1 year after
$49,295
Median earnings 4 years after
$59,730
Median earnings 10 years after
$55,548
Average net price
$14,305
Completion rate
46%
Completions (2024)
2,233
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
6,877
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,633 | $77,490 | 214 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $44,453 | $45,902 | 128 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy | Bachelor's | $35,161 | $46,812 | 96 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $58,085 | $79,927 | 96 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $57,809 | $79,228 | 94 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $35,139 | $51,721 | 84 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $103,960 | $146,587 | 78 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | $44,945 | $47,828 | 74 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $38,530 | $53,507 | 70 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $44,161 | $49,676 | 68 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | Bachelor's | $55,263 | $67,766 | 63 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $46,039 | $60,672 | 61 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $39,394 | $58,489 | 59 |
| Economics | Bachelor's | $57,663 | $79,267 | 59 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $26,463 | $43,877 | 54 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 271 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Associate | 175 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 82 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 69 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 68 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 66 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 52 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 50 |
| Nursing Practice | Doctoral professional practice | 48 |
| Human Services, General | Bachelor's | 47 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 24% | 8,501 |
| Educational Services | 19% | 6,610 |
| Manufacturing | 10% | 3,531 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 2,579 |
| Finance and Insurance | 7% | 2,483 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 2,069 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,795 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 1,664 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Wisconsin. Counts under 10 are not published.
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