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Tuition & Aid

Affording Your Education

Figuring out how you are going to pay for college can be stressful! Let us help you navigate the possible options of affording college by finding the right mix of grants, scholarships, work-study and loans.

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Affording Your Education

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Figuring out how you are going to pay for college can be stressful! Let us help you navigate the possible options of affording college by finding the right mix of grants, scholarships, work-study and loans.

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A college education is one of the most valuable investments you can make for your future. At UW-Eau Claire, we are dedicated to providing you with the knowledge, skills, and experiences that will set you on a path to success.

We understand that the cost of higher education can be a concern, and that’s why we’re committed to making it affordable for you. Through a combination of financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans, we strive to ensure that every Blugold has the opportunity to achieve their academic goals without undue financial burden.

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Explore Tuition and Fees
Find the current tuition and fees for a year at UWEC for students from Wisconsin, Minnesota, the Midwest, and other tuition rates.
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Calculate a Cost Estimate
Use our Net Price Calculator designed to help estimate your eligibility for various forms of financial aid which will help offset the cost of attending UWEC. It is only an estimate and not an actual financial aid award.
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Just
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A Top-50 Place To Live
Eau Claire is proudly ranked among the top 50 Best Places to Live in the United States, thanks to our affordability, job market, health care quality, and more.
U.S. News & World Report 2025
Entry-Level Salary of $53,788
That's how much the average Blugold who graduated in 2023-2024 makes.
An Education That Pays
UWEC alumni earn a median salary of $108,900 just 10 years after graduation.
Forbes America’s Best Colleges 2024
Affordable Tuition
The average cost to attend UWEC is $18,071 annually for Wisconsin residents.
Ranked For Unbeatable Value
UWEC is among the top universities in the country for quality, affordability, and student outcomes.
Money’s The Best Colleges in America 2025
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Scholarships
Learn about scholarship opportunities to make your education more affordable.
Scholarships
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Financial Aid Information
Learn about the financial aid process and the types of aid you may be eligible for.
Financial Aid

UW-Eau Claire is where I gained the confidence to travel the world and really started to understand that I am capable of doing great things. This experience transformed my life and allowed me to have two amazing internships, multiple management roles, and gave me the opportunity to accept a full-time job before graduation.

Do Big Things
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Business Administration
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Financial Aid Office
Have more questions about the financial aid process and what aid might be available to you? Explore the Financial Aid Office's resources or connect with a real person to get answers.
Financial Aid Office
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Tuition and Aid

Vicki Lord Larson Hall 1108
105 Garfield Ave
Eau Claire, WI 54701
United States

715-836-3000