University of Wisconsin - Parkside

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a 4 Year, Public university located at 900 Wood Rd, Kenosha, WI. Students at University of Wisconsin-Parkside can enroll in bachelor’s, master’s degree programs.

University of Wisconsin-Parkside Military & Veteran Support Programs

University of Wisconsin-Parkside offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

• University of Wisconsin-Parkside has GI Bill®-approved programs
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside is approved for Tuition Assistance
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a  Yellow Ribbon school
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside offers  credit for military
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside awards credit for the CLEP exam
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside awards credit for the DSST exam

Is University of Wisconsin-Parkside a GI Bill®-approved school?

Yes, University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a GI Bill®-approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that the GI Bill® covers your preferred degree program.

Is University of Wisconsin-Parkside a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of its tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

Does University of Wisconsin-Parkside offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

No, University of Wisconsin-Parkside does not have Yellow Ribbon funding for its master's degree programs.

However, as University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a public institution, your tuition costs may be fully covered by the GI Bill® assuming you have full eligibility. You should check with the school to ensure that your preferred master's degree program is 100% covered.

Does University of Wisconsin-Parkside offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

No, University of Wisconsin-Parkside does not necessarily offer a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. However, as a state school, its rate may not exceed the military tuition assistance cap of $250. You should verify with the university to find out if the rate is below the military tuition assistance cap of $250 per credit hour. Otherwise, you may have out-of-pocket tuition costs for which you would be responsible.

What are University of Wisconsin-Parkside's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?

University of Wisconsin-Parkside has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

What are University of Wisconsin-Parkside's online tuition rates for active military?

University of Wisconsin-Parkside has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

Does University of Wisconsin-Parkside offer online degree programs?

No, University of Wisconsin-Parkside does not currently offer online degree programs.

Is University of Wisconsin-Parkside approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, University of Wisconsin-Parkside is approved for Tuition Assistance.

Eligible students may have up to 100% of its tuition, with zero out-of-pocket costs.

You will need to verify with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program.

Student Veterans Offerings at Wisconsin Parkside

Ranked as the most diverse campus within the University of Wisconsin system, the University of Wisconsin Parkside campus prides itself on being an easily relatable campus for student veterans. Why is that? Their campus is comprised of students of all ages.

Here's a look into UW Parkside to see what's going on on campus to help student veterans feel supported and comfortable.

UW Parkside Overview

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin (between Milwaukee and Chicago) on Lake Michigan, with a current enrollment of 4,407 undergraduate students. This public, rural, co-ed campus has tuition for in-state students currently at $7,326 and out-of-state at $14,889.

With 37 majors, 40 minors, multiple certificates, pre-professional programs, and online degrees, Parkside is an option for everyone.

Undergraduate majors fall under the following four colleges:

• Arts and Humanities
• Business, Economics, and Computing
• Natural and Health Sciences
• Social Sciences

Already Have Your Bachelor's Degree?

Maybe you’ve already tackled a bachelor’s degree and you are interested in a master's, or professional degree program. You can search through UW Parkside's extensive course catalog for all degrees.

The Flexible Option Program (for students who have loads of other responsibilities other than just studying) offers nontraditional students the option of getting a degree more affordable and attainable.

“We support students by designing custom-tailored degree programs that meet the needs of today’s demanding job market, as well as students' unique curiosities. Combining academic disciplines can energize new pursuits and discoveries, so we encourage students to create the interdisciplinary course program that suits their interests.”

For the Curious

But, it’s not only about degrees and minors. What about those curiosities you’ve always had?  That’s what mini-courses are for at UW Parkside. Why limit yourself to just your area of study?

Veteran + Military Programs at UW Parkside

Let’s dive into veteran and military programs. (All programs higher educational institutions are providing are explained here.) Parkside offers the following programs and resources to its current 229 military connected students:

• Approved for GI Bill
• Campus SVA Chapter
• Signed VA Principles of Excellence
• Club/Association for Veterans
• 8 Keys to Veterans’ Success
• Offers ROTC Program
• Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
• Awards ACE Credit for Military Experience
• Approved Tuition Assistance Funding
• Yellow Ribbon Program
• Complies with the Veterans' Choice Act

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What Students Have To Say...

Rated by its students, Parkside is currently ranked at 3.8/5 stars on the Unigo website.

"The class sizes at Parkside are smaller than many other colleges in the UW system, which makes it easy to form relationships with not only peers but also professors. We have a diverse student body and faculty staff." -- Samantha, a junior at Parkside.

(Courtesy: University of Wisconsin Parkside)

Veteran Student Reviews

How about some first-account reviews of the Veterans programs on campus?

We found the Parkside Military Veterans Organization's online page. It has loads of pictures from events organized outside of campus for Parkside student veterans and their families (including a Brewers game!). It's a private online group forum, so only veterans and military personnel attending Parkside have access to it.

Check out UW Parkside's complete profile on CollegeRecon to get more information on all military and veteran programming.