Direct Admit
Congratulations, Future Ranger! You’re In. 🐾
At UW-Parkside, we believe your journey to college should be exciting, not stressful. Through the Universities of Wisconsin Direct Admit program, we’ve partnered with high schools across the state to create a clear and simple path to your future.
We are here to support you every step of the way—from your first questions to your first day of class. Whether you’re dreaming big or still exploring your options, our community is ready to help you succeed.
Your next chapter starts now, and we are thrilled to be part of it. Welcome to UW-Parkside! 💚
UW-Parkside is an integral part of the Universities of Wisconsin premier system of public higher education.
ARE YOU RANGER READY?
Once you receive your Direct Admit Offer, you simply need to accept by completing a Direct Admit form. This step isn’t a commitment to attend, it just lets us know you’re interested in learning more, exploring your options, or seeing if Parkside could be the right fit for you.
Direct Admit Wisconsin Explained
Direct Admit Wisconsin assures high school students of a secured spot at UW-Parkside before starting their senior year, allowing participants to streamline their transition to college by removing the barriers of the application process.
- No Admission Application
- No Application Fee
- No Essay
- No Test Scores
- No Stress!
DIRECT ADMIT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Direct Admit Wisconsin is an initiative by the Universities of Wisconsin to proactively offer admission to qualifying high school students in between their junior and senior years of high school. Direct admission removes the traditional application process and instead uses data provided by the high school to admit students to universities.
The Direct Admit admission offer is to UW-Parkside. If you are interested in studying theatre arts or music please contact the department for the specific audition requirements.
Each academic year, UW universities and school districts will be given the opportunity to continue participation or join if they have not participated in previous years. Currently, only some Universities of Wisconsin are involved in direct admission. The list of participating universities is listed below the FAQ section on this page.
Direct Admit Wisconsin is a Universities of Wisconsin initiative. Currently, it does not include the Wisconsin Technical Colleges or Wisconsin private colleges.
Test scores are not a factor in direct admission. However, a student may need to submit test scores to their selected UW university for scholarships or course placement.
Participating UW universities have the capacity to serve direct admit students and any students who apply through the traditional application process. Direct Admit Wisconsin will not reduce the chance of admission for a student who applies. Direct admission and the traditional application are separate processes, and one does not impact the other.