Private Not Pricey
Wisconsin’s Private, Nonprofit
Colleges & Universities
Pursue Your Dreams, Achieve Your Goals!
Wisconsin’s private colleges offer 22 beautiful campus settings located throughout Wisconsin. Here, the average size of a freshman class is 16 students, taught by professors who know your name. Begin studying in your major your first semester. Learn about how work study and internships build your resume to get that important first job. Earn that degree in record time to open a world of opportunities and fulfill your dreams.
Fill Out FAFSA for the 2025-2026 Academic Year!
Filling out the FAFSA is a crucial step for students seeking financial assistance for college, as it determines eligibility for federal and state grants, loans, and work-study funds. Without the FAFSA information, institutions are not able to create full financial aid packages. Free, quality FAFSA completion help is available to students. The deadline for the 2025-2026 academic year is June 30, 2025.
From WAICU to the Workforce
Wondering where our alumni have ventured after graduation, armed with the skills and knowledge they’ve gained?
Dive into our interactive dashboard showcasing the 302 major employers in Wisconsin, and discover the myriad ways in which 38,742 WAICU alumni are leveraging their talents and making meaningful contributions!
Our Colleges By The Numbers
16
Average class size at WAICU-member colleges.
98%
Percent of undergraduate students receiving financial aid.
$4,362
Average out-of-pocket tuition.
380+
Majors and minors offered
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Meet Our Students
Out-Of-Pocket Tuition Costs
In 2021-22, the average out-of-pocket tuition at Wisconsin’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities was $4,362.
Did You Know?
Quick College Facts
With direct entry programs, a state-of-the-art campus, small class sizes, and multiple transfer program options, Bellin College is the perfect place to pursue your healthcare career!
Bellin College
Edgewood College students have recently studied in Argentina, Australia, China, Czech Republic, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Malta, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. Opportunities to study, volunteer, and intern are available in more than 42 countries.
Edgewood College
As part of our ability-based curriculum, students who graduate from Alverno leave with the essential skills most sought after by today’s employers.
