Direct Admit
You’re In – Let’s Go, Future Ranger! 🐾
At UW-Parkside, we’re all about keeping it real—and that means making your journey to college smooth, simple, and seriously exciting. Thanks to the Universities of Wisconsin Direct Admit program, we’ve partnered with high schools across the state to make getting into college as easy as possible. No stress. No confusion. Just a clear path to your future.
We’ve got your back from your first step to your first class—and everything in between. Whether you’re dreaming big, figuring things out, or just starting to explore your options, we’re here to help you make it happen.
Your next chapter starts now—and we’re so pumped to be part of it.
Welcome to UW-Parkside, let’s do this!
ARE YOU RANGER READY?
Accept Your Direct Admit Offer
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
What is Direct Admit Wisconsin?
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.
Is the offer of admission to UW-Parkside or to a specific program/major?
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.
Will other UW universities join?
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.
Will Wisconsin private colleges and technical schools join Direct Admit Wisconsin?
Direct Admit Wisconsin is a Universities of Wisconsin initiative. Currently, it does not include the Wisconsin Technical Colleges or Wisconsin private colleges.
Are ACT/SAT scores used in the direct admission process?
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.
Are spots being saved for direct admit students? Will this reduce the number of spots for other students?
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.