University of Wisconsin--La Crosse, WI
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
80%
Tuition
$8,832 in-state
$16,783 out-of-state
Eligibility For Public Schools
both
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#33 in Regional Universities Midwest
Scholarships
UW-La Crosse Merit-based Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
UW-La Crosse awards more than 400 merit-based scholarships to incoming students each year through a competitive scholarship awarding process. Incoming freshmen students who are admitted by our priority application date of February 1 will be considered for incoming freshmen merit-based scholarships. There is no separate application to apply.
UW-La Crosse Merit-based Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
In recognition of outstanding academic achievement, UW-La Crosse awards more than 400 merit-based scholarships to incoming students each year through a competitive scholarship awarding process. Incoming freshmen students who are admitted by our priority application date of February 1 will be considered for incoming freshmen merit-based scholarships. There is no separate application to apply. As a student completes the application for admission, please note that high school course rigor, ACT/SAT test scores, class rank and grade point average, and the college application statement are among criteria that will be reviewed for scholarship purposes. Incoming freshman scholarships are highly competitive. Typical scholarship recipients score a 29 or higher on the ACT and are in the top 8% of their high school class.
Vice Chancellor's Scholarship For New International Students
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for New International Students is a merit-based scholarship is awarded each semester to new international students with excellent academic records. A separate application for the scholarship is not required.
Albert H. And Helen Kent English Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-25
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Albert H. and Helen Kent English Scholarship (CLS) is intended for freshman or continuing student who are enrolled full time with a major in English. The is based on scholarship, leadership and demonstrate outstanding potential as an English major. Entering freshman required to send a letter of recommendation from an English teacher.
Alice Hagar Elementary Education Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3.2
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Alice Hagar Elementary Education Scholarship (SOE) is awarded to students enrolled full time with a major in elementary education. Financial need should be considered only as a tie breaker. This is renewable up to a total of four years if recipient meets the criteria and no recipient may receive the scholarship for more than a total of four years.
Anita Evans/Larry Lebiecki Freshmen Opportunity Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the Anita Evans/Larry Lebiecki Freshmen Opportunity Scholarship must be an entering freshman to be enrolled full-time and must rank in the top 25% of high school graduating class. He or she must demonstrate leadership skills and involvement in high school activities. Financial need must be considered with preference for a student who needs assistance in overcoming social, cultural, financial and personal challenges in order to participate fully in college life.
Ben A. Sylla And James R. Sylla Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3.25
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipients of the Ben A. Sylla and James R. Sylla Fund (CBA) must be enrolled full time at UW-L in the College of Business Administration in good academic standing with a grade point average of not less than 3.25. Recipient may be a freshman, sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student. Financial need may be considered.
Darlene Joan Zielinski Parker Scholarship For Social Justice Fund (soe)
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the Darlene Joan Zielinski Parker Scholarship for Social Justice Fund (SOE) must be enrolled full time at UW-La Crosse with a major in elementary education and must be in good academic standing with above average grade point average. They must be dedicated to and involved in social justice issues on campus or in their home or La Crosse community and will be required to submit a 1-2 page essay describing how she/he would attempt to implement a curriculum addressing racism, sexism and homophobia.
David M. Cole Award In Economics And Finance
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3.25
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The David M. Cole Award in Economics and Finance (CBA) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior enrolled full time with a major in economics and academic achievement in economics and finance. Good performance in the intermediate macroeconomics and microeconomics courses is also considered.
Department Of Mathematics Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the Department of Mathematics Scholarship (SAH) must be a freshman who has been accepted for admissions to UW-L no later than April of the calendar year in which he/she shall enter the institution to be enrolled full time and must have an above average grade point average, promise in mathematics, and demonstrated an interest and talent in mathematics by:
(a) scoring in the top 250 students in Wisconsin on the American High School Mathematics Examination (AHSME) or scoring among the top 2% of students taking the MAA Wisconsin Section Exam; or
(b) scoring 4 or better on the College Board Advanced Placement Calculus Exam or earning college credit with a final grade higher than B in a college mathematics course at or above the level of Calculus; or
(c) ACT score 28 or higher on the mathematics portion
Derrick Kroll Memorial Scholarship Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the Derrick Kroll Memorial Scholarship Fund must be enrolled full-time or part- time at UW-La Crosse and must be a cancer survivor. He/she must be in good academic standing. Preference may be given to those who have a relationship with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse. Financial need may be considered in choosing a recipient. In addition to student applicants, nominations will be forwarded from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse
Division Of Student Affairs/ Multicultural Student Scholarship For Incoming Freshmen
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Division of Student Affairs/ Multicultural Student Scholarship for Incoming Freshmen (Incoming Freshmen) is renewable for up to three years as long as the student remains in good academic standing which is considered to be a 2.0 Grade Point Average. Recipients must be admitted multicultural student (African-American, American Indian or Alaskan Native, Hispanic/Latino/a American, Southeast Asian) with a high school class rank in the top 15 percent. Demonstrated leadership and/or involvement in high school or community are required.
Doris Fuka Communication Studies/Theatre Arts Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Doris Fuka Communication Studies/Theatre Arts Fund (SAC) is awarded to a freshman or continuing student enrolled full time with a major in theatre arts for odd-numbered years (2015-16) and communication studies for even-numbered years (2016-2017). Entering freshman required to provide a letter of recommendation from respective high school theatre/communication studies teacher.
Drecktrah Family Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipients of the Drecktrah Family Scholarship in Theatre Arts (SAC) may be freshman, sophomore, junior or senior to be enrolled full-time with a major in theatre arts and in good academic standing. Financial need will be considered.
Equitable Life Foundation/ Chancellor's Minority Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Equitable Life Foundation/ Chancellor's Minority Fund (GENERAL) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior minority who will enroll full time. Good academic standing is required and financial need may be considered.
Fred A. Singer Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Fred A. Singer Scholarship (Incoming Freshmen) is preferable awarded to a Muskego High School senior but if no candidate from Muskego High School, recipient may qualify from Waukesha County. He/she must rank in top 25% of high school class and must have demonstrated leadership qualities. Financial need may be considered especially as a tie breaker.
Freda & Arnold Hanson Endowment Scholarship Fund In Elementary Education
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Freda & Arnold Hanson Endowment Scholarship Fund in Elementary Education (SOE) is awarded a graduate of Viroqua High School who will enroll full or part time with a major in elementary education. Above average grade point average is required and financial need will be a consideration.
George Gilkey Special Collections Research Scholarship Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the George Gilkey Special Collections Research Scholarship Fund must be enrolled full time at UW-La Crosse with good academic standing. Recipient may be a freshman, sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student. Applicants must submit an intellectual product produced using materials preserved in the Murphy Library Special Collections unit. Entries must be single-authored, and they may be a paper or project which the applicant has written or has prepared for a class but has not been published. Only one submission per applicant will be accepted. Intellectual works will be judged on the use of the Murphy Special Collections, development and argumentation of the ideas presented, originality of the research, quality of writing and documentation, and overall or potential contribution to academic scholarship. Murphy Library will retain a copy of the winning intellectual work.
HOPE. Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
2.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The H.O.P.E. Scholarship at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (GENERAL) must be an entering or current Hmong student with at least a 2.5 gpa.In addition to the regular application for incoming freshman, an additional essay of 300 words or less will be required on the following: ?How will a college education benefit you and what will it help you to contribute to the Hmong community.? Application must also include two letters of recommendation from an employer, high school teacher or high school counselor.
Helen Leide Memorial Fund For The Theatre
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Helen Leide Memorial Fund for the Theatre (SAC) is intended for freshman or continuing student who will be enrolled full time. This is based on scholarship, leadership and demonstrated outstanding potential as a theatre major. Entering freshmen required to submit a letter of recommendation from a high school theatre teacher.
Hmong Culture And Education Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipients of the Hmong Culture and Education Scholarship (GENERAL) may be a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior enrolled full-time at UW-La Crosse. In addition to the regular application, an additional essay of 300 words or less will be required addressing how the student promotes Hmong culture through education.
Hong Xiang Rost International Scholarships Fund For Incoming Freshmen
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Hong Xiang Rost International Scholarships Fund for Incoming Freshmen are intented for international students enrolled full time at UW-L. Recipients must be in good academic standing. Financial need must be considered with additional consideration to diversifying home country.
Jason David Koppelman Scholarship (sac)
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,300
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Jason David Koppelman Scholarship (SAC) is intended for incoming freshman who has demonstrated a commitment to diversity. They must major in teacher education or communication studies (broadcast and digital media OR communication criticism). This scholarships is rRenewable up to three years.
Jay C. Norris Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Jay C. Norris Scholarship (CLS) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior enrolled full time with a major in English. Above average grade point average and two letters of recommendation required from teachers. Final candidates may be asked to submit a writing sample.
Jerry Faust/Burger King Scholarship Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Jerry Faust/Burger King Scholarship Fund (CBA) is awarded to entering freshman with a major in management. First preference given to students from the Sun Prairie, WI.
John And Julia Metternich Olson Scholarship Fund In The Alumni Honors Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of John and Julia Metternich Olson Scholarship Fund in the Alumni Honors Program (GENERAL) must be enrolled full time with preference given to a hard of hearing student. Scholarship is renewable if at least a 2.5 University gpa is maintained and the maximum number of years renewable is dependent on class: freshman up to 4 years; sophomore up to 3 years; junior up to 2 years; senior up to 1 year; and graduate up to 2 years.
Judith L. Kuipers Endowment Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Judith L. Kuipers Endowment Fund (GENERAL) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior to be enrolled full time students in symphony orchestra, international studies or diversity above average GPA is required and financial need will be considered.
Kathryn S. Cappelen Teaching Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Kathryn S. Cappelen Teaching Scholarship (SOE) is awarded to students enrolled full time with preference given to entering freshman who are graduates of La Crosse area public schools within the School District of La Crosse and majoring in either elementary or secondary education leading toward a career in teaching. They must have above average grade point average. The most important factors in selecting recipient shall be student?s enthusiasm for teaching career, demonstrated leadership qualities, and high humanistic traits. For this purpose humanistic traits shall include friendliness, warmth, consideration of others, and good ?people skills??traits that promote a happy and nurturing classroom for students of the candidate.
Kenneth And Marilyn Buresh/Ellen Buresh, Paul And Ian Finch Minority Scholarship In Allied Health
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Kenneth and Marilyn Buresh/Ellen (Buresh), Paul and Ian Finch Minority Scholarship in Allied Health (SAH) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior minority student to be enrolled full time with a major in the allied health field who have good academic standing.
Kenneth And Sharron Ring Scholarship For Entering Freshman In Physics
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipients of Kenneth and Sharron Ring Scholarship for Entering Freshman in Physics: Dual Engineering must be in good academic standing with above average grade point average. Financial need may be considered.
Larry Lebiecki Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Larry Lebiecki Scholarship (Incoming Freshmen) is awarded to students who graduated in the top 15% of high school class. This is awarded to a male student in odd-numbered years (2015-16) and a female in even-numbered years (2016-17).
Linda Host Memorial And David Bange Scholarship Fund For Mathematics
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
31
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Linda Host Memorial and David Bange Scholarship Fund for Mathematics for incoming freshmen who will enroll for the fall semester in a mathematics course at or above the level of calculus, and will be considered a major in mathematics, statistics or mathematics education. They must have demonstrated both talent and interest in mathematics by having an ACT score of 31 or above (on the math portion of the ACT), and active participation in organizations, competitions or summer programs in mathematics, physics, or other physical sciences. Applicants are encouraged to provide a list of books that he/she has read (other than required classroom reading) and found noteworthy. These books may be fiction or non-fiction. Financial need will be considered, but only as a tie-breaker.
Louise Drumm Endowment Fund For Art Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Louise Drumm Endowment Fund for Art Scholarships (SAC) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior enrolled full time, majoring in art and posseses an above average grade point average. Financial need should be considered.
Maly-Miller Phenomenology- Metapardigm Vibrant Non-Being Haiku Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of Maly-Miller Phenomenology- Metapardigm Vibrant Non-Being Haiku Scholarship (CLS) must be enrolled full time at UW-La Crosse with a major or minor in philosophy and be in good academic standing and must write a Haiku that reflects the title of this scholarship fund and which the committee judges to be of a superior quality. Financial need shall be considered.
Mary H. Hebberd Endowment Fund For English
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Mary H. Hebberd Endowment Fund for English (CLS) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior to be enrolled full or part time with a major in English.
Norman L. Gillette, Sr., Family Fund Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Norman L. Gillette, Sr., Family Fund Scholarship (GENERAL) is intended for freshman or continuing student to be enrolled at UW-L from the La Crosse area with above average grade point average.
Paul D. Koeller Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Paul D. Koeller Scholarship is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior resident of La Crosse County or the La Crosse area (i.e., within 100 miles of La Crosse County) enrolled full time with any major. They must be in good academic standing. Financial need should be considered with preference given to someone who is working to pay their own way through college; consideration should be given to other scholarships and resources available to each applicant.
Peter J. Talen Memorial Scholarship (sac)
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Peter J. Talen Memorial Scholarship (SAC) is awarded to an incoming freshman with a major in theatre arts. Recipient must be in good academic standing with above average grade point average and
financial need should be considered.
Richard & Ethel Thrune Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$3,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Richard & Ethel Thrune Scholarship for incoming freshmen is awarded to students selected from each school to Brookwood High School, Cashton High School and those from the Coon Valley area (must have attended Coon Valley Elementary School) served by Westby High School are eligible to apply. If there are no Westby High school students from Coon Valley Elementary School, the scholarship will be open to any Westby High school student that meets the other criteria. This scholarships is based on academic performance and participation in extracuricular activities. Personal interview may be required and letter of recommendation from a high school teacher is required.
Robert & Betty Woodruff Scholarship In Education
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Robert & Betty Woodruff Scholarship in Education (SOE) may be awarded to a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior who will enroll full time with a major in education, and in good academic standing. Scoring system to evaluate applicant are as follows: 1. one point for each year attending the following La Crosse schools
a. Jefferson Elementary
b. Logan Middle
c. Logan High
2. one point for demonstrated financial need pursuant to UWL criteria
3. one point for the highest grade point average within the pool of qualified applicants for this scholarship
4. the qualified applicant with the greatest total number of points shall receive the scholarship
5. in cases of a tie, the Committee shall use its discretion
Roland W. And Laura J. Christensen Scholarship In Mathematics
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Roland W. and Laura J. Christensen Scholarship in Mathematics (SAH) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior (preferably but not necessarily a male) enrolled full time with a declared major or minor in mathematics. The grade point requirement may be waived by the Committee for special or extraordinary circumstances demonstrated by an applicant. Preference shall be given to students who have a demonstrated interest in teaching mathematics.
Teamsters Brewery Workers/Local 695 Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
2.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the Teamsters Brewery Workers/Local 695 Scholarship (GENERAL) can be a freshman or continuing student enrolled full time. They recipient must be a son, daughter or grandchild of a Local 1081 or 695 member. If Local 695 Union does not exist, or there are no applicants from Local 695, then students of other Wisconsin Teamster Local Unions would be eligible.
Terry & Mary Murphy Fund For The College Of Business Administration
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Terry & Mary Murphy Fund for the College of Business Administration (CBA) is intended for students who are enrolled full time at UW-La Crosse with a major in the College of Business Administration. Recipient must be in good academic standing with above average grade point average and could be a freshman, sophomore, junior or senior. Financial need may be considered.
Theodore W. And Alice O. Rozelle Endowment Scholarship Fund In Mathematics
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
27
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Theodore W. and Alice O. Rozelle Endowment Scholarship Fund in Mathematics (SAH) is awarded to a freshman who will enroll full time with a major in mathematic. Financial need may be considered only as a single but not necessarily a deciding factor.
Thomas Allen Moore Memorial Scholarship Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
Thomas Allen Moore Memorial Scholarship Fund (GENERAL) is intended for international students enrolled full time. Above average grade point average and financial need will be considered.
Thomas J. Hill Memorial Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the Thomas J. Hill Memorial Scholarship must be enrolled full time at UW-La Crosse with, preferably, a major in the School of Education but, if not in the School of Education, then a major in the College of Liberal Studies and must be a graduate from the Tomah, Wisconsin Dells or Colby, Wisconsin, school district. Good academic standing with above average grade point average is also required.
UW-L Alumni Association Membership Committee Network Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the UW-L Alumni Association Membership Committee Network Scholarships (GENERAL) must be a UW-L alum who is also a member of the UW-L Alumni Association; or a child, grandchild, sibling, niece or nephew of a UW-L alum who is also a member of the UW-L Alumni Association and enrolled full time as a freshman, sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student. Recipient must be in good academic standing; grade point average will be a consideration.
UW-L Alumni Association Milwaukee Alumni Network Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of UW-L Alumni Association Milwaukee Alumni Network Scholarships (GENERAL) must be a UW-L alum who is also a member of the UW-L Alumni Association and qualified to be a member of the Milwaukee alumni network; or a child, grandchild, sibling, niece or nephew of a UW-L alum who is also a member of the UW-L Alumni Association and qualified to be a member of the Milwaukee alumni network enrolled as a full time freshman, sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student. Recipient must be in good academic standing; grade point average will be a consideration.
UW-L Eagle Pride Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The UW-L Eagle Pride Scholarship (GENERAL) is awarded to an incoming freshman or continuing student enrolled full-time or part-time in good academic standing and willing to be publically recognized as a recipient of this award. In addition to the regular application, an essay of 300 words or less is required.
William Laux Memorial Fund
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
William Laux Memorial Fund (CLS) is intended for freshman, sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student who are enrolled full time with a major in history and in good academic standing.
Wilma Leide Pfiffner Scholarship In Elementary Education (soe)
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The Wilma Leide Pfiffner Scholarship in Elementary Education (SOE) is intended for students who are enrolled full or part time with a major in elementary education and in good academic standing. Financial need should be considered.
James Quillin Memorial Art Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The James Quillin Memorial Art Scholarship (SAC) is awarded to freshman, sophomore, junior or senior students enrolled full time with a declared major or minor in art and demonstrated scholarship, leadership, great potential in art. Entering freshman should submit a letter of recommendation from art teacher and must provide a short statement of your goals within the visual arts.
Theatre Arts Music Theatre Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
23-27
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 478-615 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 488-613 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 465-563 range of middle 50%
Description
The recipient of the Theatre Arts Music Theatre Scholarship (SAC) must be enrolled full time at UW-L with a major in Theatre Arts in good academic standing. Recipient must work at some level on each UW-L musical production as a performer, designer or member of the production team.
Thomas Chrobak, CCFS®
CERTIFIED COLLEGE FUNDING SPECIALIST®
Other
1130 West Lake Cook Road, Buffalo Grove IL, 60089
(847) 737-7533