What division is UW-Whitewater?

UW-Whitewater Rankings. University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has spent the last 150 years inspiring, engaging and transforming lives, and takes pride in the recognitions earned along the way. Our championship tradition extends from our NCAA Division III athletics to our award-winning sustainability initiatives.

What college is the Warhawks?

McMurry University Athletics - Official Athletics Website.

Where does UW-Whitewater play basketball?

Located on the northern edge of the UW-W campus, the Williams Center contains the following facilities: Basketball Gymnasium.

Is UW-Whitewater prestigious?

University of Wisconsin—Whitewater's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities Midwest, #43 .

What major is UW-Whitewater known for?

The most popular majors at University of Wisconsin--Whitewater include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Education; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; Social Sciences; Visual and Performing Arts; Psychology; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Public Administration and Social ...

How hard is it to get into UW-Whitewater?

University of Wisconsin--Whitewater has an acceptance rate of 93% . Half the applicants admitted to University of Wisconsin--Whitewater who submitted test scores have an SAT score between 950 and 1180 or an ACT score of 18 and 24.

Is UW-Whitewater expensive?

University of Wisconsin--Whitewater's tuition is $8,938 for in-state and $17,810 for out-of-state students .

Is UW-Whitewater a dry campus?

2.1 The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on university premises, except as expressly permitted by the Chancellor (or designate) as defined in this policy , in accordance with s. UWS 18.09, Wis. Adm. Code .

What is the acceptance rate for UW-Whitewater?

The acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin - Whitewater is 93.2% . For every 100 applicants, 93 are admitted. This means the school is a nearly open admissions school.

How many students are at UW-Whitewater?

Total enrollment at the university is 11,447, with 10,804 students at the Whitewater campus and 643 students at the Rock County campus.

Does UW-Whitewater give merit scholarships?

New freshmen who have been admitted to UW-Whitewater by Jan. 1 of their senior year are automatically considered for academic scholarships based on merit .

What GPA is needed for UW-Whitewater?

Average GPA: 3.27 With a GPA of 3.27, University of Wisconsin - Whitewater accepts below-average students. It's OK to be a B-average student, with some A's mixed in. It'd be best to avoid C's and D's, since application readers might doubt whether you can handle the stress of college academics.

Is UW-Whitewater a suitcase college?

Among current and prospective students, UW-Whitewater is commonly known as a suitcase college and a party school. Many students leave town on the weekends, and for those that stay, one of the main forms of entertainment and means of venting stress from the school week is partying.

Athletics | UW-Whitewater (2024)

Athletics

Triumph Here

From NCAA Division III Warhawk athletics to our club and intramural teams, Warhawks know how to have fun competing in sports — and how to win.

Our exceptional facilities are home to student-athletes of every level — from those who want to go up against the best in the nation, to students who have a passion for playing sports and want to join a pickup game.

UW-Whitewater is rich in athletic history, from the game day experience to our purple traditions.

Learn and play like a champion

Our national championship athletic programs include football, gymnastics, volleyball, baseball, golf and men’s basketball. Club sports like bowling, rugby, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, paintball and men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball bring home the trophies, too. We’ve won a total of 20 intercollegiate team championships, 72 individual national titles and 28 club sport championships. But… who’s counting?

Why play sports at UW-Whitewater?

From intercollegiate athletics to championship-caliber club teams, UW-Whitewater is nationally renowned as a sports powerhouse with a deep commitment to the success of student-athletes both on and off the field.

Intercollegiate athletics

Proudly supporting 20 intercollegiate athletic teams, UW-Whitewater competes in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) and Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Since the advent of the Directors’ Cup in 1995, which measures the overall competitive success of intercollegiate athletic programs on a national level, UW-Whitewater has finished in the top 15 ranking of all Division III programs 13 times.

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Club sports

From Aikido to Water Polo, and everything in between, UW-Whitewater offers more than 30 club sport teams. Depending on the club, teams may travel, host events on campus and compete for state, regional and national championships.

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Intramural sports

If you’re looking to stay active, learn about new sports, and experience the camaraderie of a team, intramural sports are great options. When it comes to intramurals, our goal is "a sport for everyone and everyone in a sport!" Intramurals include individual, dual and team activities for male, female and co-ed participants.

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Wheelchair basketball

With a combined 16 national championships, the Warhawk men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball teams welcome students from all over the world and are among the best athletes in the sport. Our students, alumni and coaches play internationally and have won many Paralympic medals — gold, silver and bronze.

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What UW-Whitewater student athletes do

Win conference and national championships

Win Paralympic medals

Give back to their communities through service projects

Focus on student development and success

Academic achievement

At UW-Whitewater, student success is paramount, and that means achieving on the playing field and in the classroom. Our coaches and faculty prioritize student learning and academic endeavors. Many of our Warhawks are named Chancellor’s Scholar-Athletes or earn national Academic All-America honors.

Modern facilities

Supported by a proud fan base that “bleeds purple,” the Warhawks compete and train in first-class facilities that have hosted both WIAC and NCAA tournament play.

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Sports performance

Whether it’s physical or mental conditioning, our science-based programs are led by caring experts who help student-athletes reach their maximum potential in a safe environment.

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Best football game day experience in Division III

Pack the Perk

From purple-clad tailgaters to cannon blasts that punctuate Warhawk touchdowns, the game day atmosphere at Perkins Stadium is electric. It makes for a strong home-field advantage.

UW-Whitewater fans love their Warhawks. Our football team led NCAA Division III in attendance during the 2021 season, drawing nearly 70,000 fans to Perkins Stadium for home games. That figure is nearly 18,000 more fans than its closest peer. UW-Whitewater has finished among the top 10 in the nation in attendance in each of the last 15 seasons.

Warhawk Strut

The UW-Whitewater Marching Band, known as “Wisconsin’s Finest” helps all Warhawks celebrate their teams on the court and on the field with the “Warhawk Strut” and other traditions.

Perkins Stadium atmosphere

"I get the chills every time. You don't get that anywhere else. You feel unbeatable."

– Defensive lineman Mackenzie Balanganayi

Best tailgating in Division III

"I am so excited every Saturday to be at Perkins Stadium to see everyone getting ready for a great game. Attendance just keeps increasing each year."

– Retired head coach Bob Berezowitz

Want to learn more about becoming a Warhawk? Contact our Admissions team »

More to explore

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