Learning Through invoLvemenT

Student/Faculty Ratio — 19:1Average Lecture Class — 27 studentsAverage Laboratory Sections — 21Student Organizations — 120+

Faculty and academic staff teach more than 99% of the course sections. Less than 1% are taught by teaching assistants.

To Those who know iT well, UW-StOUt is a place of beAUty, hiStORy and ChARACteR — a place To LeARn and gROW. a place To prepare for a lifeTime of challenges and rewards.

Discover Uw-sToUT for yoUrself.

to Choose UW-Stout

Polytechnic: programs lead to careers focused on needs of society

Bridges theory and practice with its hands-on, minds-on philosophy

Eager, energetic student body

Enviable employment record: 95.8% in 2006–07

Experienced and accessible faculty that challenge and support you

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uW-sTouT enroLLmenT (FaLL 2007)

8,477 Students5,822 Wisconsin Residents2,520 non-Resident Students from 36 States135 international Students from 28 nations51% Male | 49% Female

campus FaciLiTies

123 Acres23 Academic and Administrative buildings269 Laboratories

As Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, uW-stout’s curriculum is a careful combination of practice and theory. it’s a balance of career-focused content and liberal arts, designed to help you respond to change and grow personally and professionally. uW-stout:

provides course work that develops critical �thinking skills valued by employers.

places a high value on liberal studies — a balanced �approach that helps you develop more fully.

empowers you with our e-scholar program, �equipping you with a laptop computer in addition to special-purpose computing laboratories.

stresses learning through involvement — facilities �are balanced almost equally between classrooms and laboratories.

emphasizes career preparation — you’ll work on �“real-world” problems both on and off campus. visit www.uwstout.edu/polytechnic

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explore our undergraduate programs at www.uwstout.edu/programs/ugrad.shtml

majors: Bachelor of science Bachelor of Fine arts Bachelor of arts not offered elsewhere in the uW system

Apparel Design and DevelopmentApparel DesignApparel DevelopmentApparel Product Management

Applied Mathematics and Computer ScienceActuarial Sciencebioinformaticsbusiness ManagementSoftware Development

Applied SciencebiotechnologyMaterials SciencenanoscienceScience education

Artgraphic Designindustrial Designinterior DesignMultimedia DesignStudio Art

Art Education

Business Administration

Career, Technical Education and Training

Computer Engineering (pending UW System approval)

Construction

Dietetics

Early Childhood Education

Engineering Technologybiomedical instrumentation Computer engineering technologyelectrical engineering technologyFacilitiesindustrial engineering technologyMechanical DesignnanotechnologyPlastics Production OperationsSupply Chain

Family and Consumer Sciences Education

Food Systems and TechnologyFood CommunicationFood Merchandising and DistributionFood PackagingFood ScienceFood Systems Management

Golf Enterprise Management

Graphic Communications Management

Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism ManagementFood Service Managementgaming Managementhospitality Managementinternational hospitality ManagementLodging ManagementProperty ManagementResort Development and tourism Management

Human Development and Family Studies

Information and Communication Technologies

Information Technology Management

Managementbusiness Managementindustrial ManagementService Management

Manufacturing Engineering

Marketing and Business Education

Packaging

Plastics Engineering (pending UW System approval)

Psychology

Retail Merchandising and Managementbuying and Product ManagementFashion Marketinghuman Resource ManagementStore Operations Management

Service ManagementFor Profit Sectors Organizationsnon-Profit Sectors Organizations

Special Education

Technical Communication

Technology Education

Vocational RehabilitationCommunity based RehabilitationCriminal Justiceindependent Living RehabilitationindividualizedPsychiatric RehabilitationRecreational RehabilitationRehabilitation CounselingRehabilitation technologySocial WorkSpecial education Certification

pre-professional programsPre-ChiropracticPre-Physical therapyPre-DentalPre-MedicalPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-VeterinaryPre-Law

the honors Programthe honors Program provides additional academic challenges and enriches your educational experience. the program stresses learning and activity through honors courses in the arts and sciences, family studies, education, and technology. Students who rank in the upper 10 percent of their high school class or achieve an ACt score of 26 or better will be invited to participate in the program. you must maintain a 3.0 overall grade point average. Requirements include 12 credits in addition to the major and general education requirements which could be taken as electives in the degree program or as additional courses.

Learn more online at www.uwstout.edu/programs/uhp

Minors are a sequence of related courses consisting of 15 or more semester hours of credit. teaching minors — indicated above with an asterisk (*) are state-approved programs for teacher certification for teaching at the secondary and/or elementary level.

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Applied Foreign Language Art biology business Administration Chemistry Coaching Cognitive neuroscience new Computer Science Construction Safety Risk Control Digital Photography Disability Services economics economics teaching* english Literature english Writing environmental Studies new gaming entertainment Management geographic information Systems new health and Fitness health and Fitness education* history history teaching* human Development and Family Studies human Resource Management information and Communication technologies

Journalism Lodging Management Materials Mathematics Mathematics teaching* Mechanical and electrical engineering new Military Leadership Philosophy Physics Project Management new Property Management Psychology Quality Management Retailing Social Studies teaching* Sociology Spanish Speech Communication Speech Communication teaching* Supply Chain Management Sustainable Design and Development new technical Writing tourismtraffic Safety education* Women’s Studies

-Amy Oliger, Freshmen majoring in graphic design

“Waiting to know if you got into a school is very nerve wracking.

Stout lets you know quickly if you got in or not. i loved that i

knew fast, so i could start planning for everything.”

Jessica Cabrera, Retail Merchandising and Management, Sophomore

College is a place where long-lasting friendships begin. you’ll develop strong, lasting ties and the confidence so important to a successful life. the close-knit atmosphere of UW-Stout’s campus and community strengthens relationships. you can find your place:

living on campus in one of our ten co-educational residence halls. �

participating in professional, academic, service � and social organizations.

enjoying year-round recreational activities including water and snow � skiing, canoeing, fishing, hiking, biking, cycling and camping.

student body

nCAA Men’s teamsbaseballbasketballCross CountryFootballgolfhockeytrack and Field

nCAA Women’s teamsbasketballCross CountrygolfgymnasticsSoccerSoftballtennistrack and FieldVolleyball

Alfresco Outing ClubbowlingboxingCyclingDance ensembleDisc golfFigure SkatinggolfWomen’s ice hockeyMen’s LacrosseWomen’s LacrossePaintball Rowing

Men’s RugbyWomen’s RugbyRunning Men’s SoccerSki and SnowboardSports OfficialsSwim tennis Ultimate FrisbeeMen’s VolleyballWomen’s VolleyballWaterskiteam handball

Club Sports and Competition

intramural Athletics for all interests and levels

For more information, visit www.uwstout.edu/athletics and urec.uwstout.edu

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advisement centerwww.uwstout.edu/advisement

Disability serviceswww.uwstout.edu/disability

multicultural student serviceswww.uwstout.edu/multicultural

aspirewww.uwstout.edu/aspire

counseling centerwww.uwstout.edu/counsel

student health serviceswww.uwstout.edu/studenthealth

university housingwww.uwstout.edu/housing

veteranswww.uwstout.edu/regrec/veterans.htm

office of international educationwww.uwstout.edu/intl

student activitieswww.uwstout.edu/student

alcohol and other Drug education programwww.uwstout.edu/aod

Vocal and instrumental MusicUniversity choirsymphonic singersVocal Jazz ensembleconcert Band pep BandJazz combo

University theatreForensicsStudent governmentMulticultural OrganizationsBlack student Unionhmong stout student organizationlatinos Unidosnative american student organization

enriching activities

“i am involved with Alfresco and Stout

Adventures which gives me many outdoor

recreational opportunities in Menomonie

and the surrounding area and allows me

to meet other people.”

Clint Olson, Vocational Rehabilitation, Junior

an inspiring FacultyA national reputation, modern facilities and highly specialized programs enable UW-Stout to attract top educators. Many are recognized pacesetters in their fields. they contribute to professional organizations and journals, write books and lead seminars. Actively involved in advising students, faculty are willing to answer your questions and help you solve problems. you’ll study with faculty who:

are leading scholars, scientists, �researchers, teachers and artists.

foster active participation both in and �out of the classroom.

are genuinely interested in their students. �

FacuLTy FacTsstudent/Faculty ratio 19:1

Teaching Faculty and staff 412 Total45% Female – 55% male

average class sizeLecture sections: 27Laboratory sections: 21

cLassroom LeaDershipFaculty and academic staff members teach more than 99% of the course sections. Less than 1% are taught by teaching assistants. At UW-Stout, your academic plan can extend beyond the traditional classroom. We offer creative options that allow you to build on your foundation classes. uW-stout is the first malcolm Baldrige national

Quality award recipient in higher education.

to learningesspecial approaches

up to 10 credits in a relatively short time. you may also take summer classes at the pigeon lake field station in northwestern wisconsin.

study abroad studying in a foreign country can be an interesting and enriching part of your undergraduate experience. Uw-stout offers short term, semester or year-long opportunities in more than 24 countries. students in the national student exchange can study at other universities in the United states, canada and U.s. territories at Uw-stout tuition rates. it is possible to complete an internship or co-op experience while studying abroad. learn more online at www.uwstout.edu/intl.

individualized education Uw-stout makes it possible for you to design some of your own curriculum through independent study. you determine the course goals, methods and evaluation processes.

reserve officers’ Training corps army roTc is one of the best leadership courses in the country and can be part of your college curriculum. you’ll learn first-hand what it takes to lead others and motivate groups, and how to conduct missions as an officer in the army. Upon graduation from army roTc, you’ll earn the bar of a second lieutenant and become a leader for life. Visit www.uwstout.edu/programs/rotc/

The e-scholar program Uw-stout has always been an innovator in applying technology to education. That’s why we decided to revolutionize learning with a wireless laptop environment — the first public university in the state to do so. when you receive your laptop, you’ll become an e-scholar. you’ll become an integral part of the university’s carefully developed digital environment. details are online at www.uwstout.edu/es.

Work experiences supervised work experiences allow you to apply classroom theory to real problems. most often they reaffirm your career goals and provide you with an invaluable advantage in the job market once you graduate. you may work part time or full time, for a summer or longer, in a position related to your major. opportunities exist for students at most levels. often students are paid for their work as they earn academic credit. some programs require completion of a work experience, while others offer it as an option. These experiences include cooperative education, internships, field experiences, practicums and clinical experiences.

summer session and WinTerm many students choose to take classes in the summer or between semesters. courses vary in length from a few days to eight weeks. you can earn

“through service learning, a real client and tangible project provide the energy

to fully engage the students. the result is a dynamic process-an exchange of

ideas, experiences, learning and reflection-that each participant takes with

them on their path as future professionals and community-minded citizens.”

Glendali Rodriguez, Assistant Professor, Operations, Construction and Management Department

“One of my professors has us using technologies to help us both personally and professionally. to grade our projects he sent us electronic voice messages of him speaking and reviewing our paper. it was a more personal type of active learning because we had to become familiar with the programs to use them.”

Luke rieger Business administration, senior

“i’m a human Development and Family Studies major and my goal is to work with either adolescents or college students in student support services. i enjoy my program very much because the faculty are fantastic! they are open-minded, fun, and make learning interesting.”

gao nhia vang human Development and Family studies, Junior

Based on 15 credits per semester

resident full-time undergraduate = $7,672

minnesota full-time undergraduate = $7,666Minnesota residents must apply for reciprocity

non-resident full-time undergraduate = $15,844*

Double room and most popular meal plan = $5,170

estimated personal expenses = $1,810

included in the segregated fees are:1. health fee 2. activity and athletic fee 3. laptop per credit fee 4. student center fee 5. student Technology fee 6. Textbook rental

* Uw-stout is a participating school in the midwest student exchange program (msep). residents from kansas, michigan, missouri, nebraska and north dakota may qualify for reduced tuition.

helpful information online:Current costs:www.uwstout.edu/admissions/costs.shtml

Scholarship information:www.uwstout.edu/foundation/scholarships_home.aspx

Financial aid information:www.uwstout.edu/finaid

2008–09estimated costs

Financial assistanceyou may qualify for grants, low-interest loans, on-campus employment, or a combination of forms of financial assistance. students are required to complete the free application for federal student aid, fafsa [www.fafsa.ed.gov]. whether or not you will qualify for financial assistance will depend on your financial need when you are admitted to the university. your high school guidance counselors can supply application forms and help you fill them out. you can learn more online at www.uwstout.edu/finaid, or request our paying for school brochure.

scholarshipsmerit awards if you graduate in the top 5 percent of your high school class (or achieve a 3.0 grade point average if graduating from a high school that does not rank), and score 25 acT or saT equivalent, and enroll by July 15, you will receive a $1,000 chancellor’s academic honor scholarship. national merit finalists will receive a $500 award. students who qualify for both will be awarded the scholarship of greater value. outstanding students majoring in science, technology, engineering or math could qualify for a $5,000 scholarship renewable up to four years.

stout university Foundation scholarships are awarded based on overall student profile, including participation in academic organizations and other groups, students’ interest areas or financial need. awards range from $250 to $6,000. scholarship applications are available online at www.uwstout.edu/foundation on december 1 and are due back february 15, 2009. if you have questions about these scholarships, call the admissions office at 1 800 44 sTouT.

A modern Jarvis hall Science Wing will be the home of UW-Stout’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics programs when the $43 million expansion and renovation is completed in three years. Our efforts in biotechnology and nanotechnology will have a home here.

“All of the professors have office hours and love to answer questions or even just chat. i actually have a few professors on AiM and MSn who i can ask questions anytime i need to.”

christian heldstab hotel, restaurant and Tourism management, Junior

Academic preparation and success are the primary factors considered for admission to the university. No single factor, attribute or characteristic will be used to determine admission. Admission will be based on multiple criteria including academic and personal achievements. Nonacademic qualifications can make a good applicant strong. However, they will not make an academically weak applicant admissible.

Academic Rigor: Applicants must complete the high school course requirements as determined by the University of Wisconsin System.

Minimum for AdmissionEnglish 4Math (Algebra I and higher) 3Social Science 3Natural Science 3Electives 4

Total Units 17

Grade Point Average: Applicants must earn good grades and maintain a high level of achievement in challenging course work.

Trends in Grades: The pattern of grades over time is important, and an increasingly strong academic record can improve the likelihood of admission.

Rank in Class: Class rank is requested of all applicants and we consider rank along with other factors.

ACT/SAT Test Scores: A copy of your ACT score is also required to be considered with other factors. We will also accept the SAT.

Nonacademic Criteria: In addition to academic achievement, the Admissions Office will consider the following as part of the review of an application: leadership, volunteerism, personal statement, honors and awards, letters of recommendation, socioeconomic background, extracurricular activities, diversity of personal background and work experience.

New Freshmen and AdmissionNew freshmen are likely to be admitted if they rank in the top 50 percent of their graduating class or have earned a minimum ACT composite score of 22 (or SAT equivalent).

Additional ExpectationsSome programs, including Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Applied Science, and Manufacturing Engineering, are more selective and require stronger academic preparation.

Art Applicants: Applicants must declare one of the specific concentrations in Art (Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Multimedia Design or Studio Art). The application will be considered incomplete until this information is received.

Art – Graphic Design and Interior Design concentrations: In addition to the regular admissions review process, students will also turn in three original art pieces and a personal essay to be reviewed by a committee of our art and design faculty who will make the decision regarding admission into the Graphic Design or Interior Design concentrations. Students must

submit their completed application along with their artwork and essay by January 9, 2009. Notification of the decision will be sent in early February 2009. For more detailed information about the artwork that is required to be submitted and the personal essay, please go to www.uwstout.edu/programs/bfaa/ap.html.

Transfer Students Transfer students must forward official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions to the Admissions Office. In order to be admitted in good standing, you must have a grade point average of 2.5 or greater. Education major applicants must have a grade point average of 2.75 or greater. Manufacturing Engineering and Applied Science applicants have additional requirements. To review all transfer requirements, go online to www.uwstout.edu/admissions/transfer.shtml.

2008–09 admissions expectations

come visit us!the best way for you to be certain that UW-Stout is where you want to be is to see it for yourself. Campus visits are available during the academic year Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and select Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon. to arrange a campus tour, a session with an admissions counselor or a meeting with a program director or adviser of a specific major (Monday through Friday only), students may call the Admissions Office at 1 (800) 447-8688 or register online at www.uwstout.edu/admissions/wcv.

getting hereUW-Stout is easily accessible from the east or west on highways 12 and 29 and from the north or south on highway 25. you’ll find Menomonie about 60 miles east of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area and about 260 miles northwest of Milwaukee on interstate 94.

special campus visit opportunities Campus Preview Days offer students campus tours, sessions with the program director or adviser of a specific major and the opportunity to meet UW-Stout students, who will talk about why they chose UW-Stout.

Preview Days for the 2008-09 School year are:

Register online at: www.uwstout.edu/admissions/cpd.shtml

Stout Saturdays Stout Saturdays offer an admissions overview, a panel session featuring current students, and a campus tour. Saturdays scheduled for the 2008-09 school year are:

Register online at: www.uwstout.edu/admissions/scv.shtml

2008–09 admissions expectations

October 10, 2008 October 16, 2008 October 17, 2008 October 30, 2008

September 27, 2008 October 25, 2008november 22, 2008 December 6, 2008

October 31, 2008 February 13, 2009April 17, 2009

January 24, 2009 February 21, 2009March 28, 2009 April 18, 2009

Office of Admissions124 Bowman Hall

University of Wisconsin-StoutMenomonie, WI 54751

admissions.uwstout.edu