The University of Wisconsin-Stout is closely monitoring the emerging global public health concern involving COVID-19.
As this issue continues to evolve, our goal is to help students through the admissions process and provide them the support they need to be successful. Please see below for the most current information regarding UW-Stout Admissions procedures and policies during the COVID-19 situation.
New Freshman and First-Year Students
UW-Stout will accept an emailed unofficial high school transcript to review and make a decision on an application. Examples of acceptable unofficial transcripts:
- A screenshot or PDF from an online student portal that shows grades 9-12.
- A screenshot or scanned copy of a paper transcript.
Admitted students will be required to submit a final official high school transcript with a graduation date as soon as high schools are able to accommodate.
If an admitted student is unable to supply a final official transcript prior to classes starting in the fall, they should contact the admissions office at admissions@uwstout.edu.
No applicant to UW-Stout will be penalized if schools elect to implement a pass/fail grading structure for the remainder of the current school year. Our hope is that students will continue their coursework, in whatever delivery method is offered, to best prepare for academic success at Stout.
UW-Stout does not have a confirmation date or enrollment deposit.
UW-Stout will accept the results of the online May 2020 AP exams and award college credit accordingly.
Visit UW-Stouts Prior Learning website for more information about earning college credit.
Fall 2020 Applicants: UW-Stout will accept an emailed unofficial or self-reported version of the student's ACT/SAT test scores. The student will need to provide the composite and sub-scores. Examples of acceptable self-reported or unofficial test scores:
- A screenshot or PDF of the score from the testing agency website
- A screenshot or scan of the mailed paper score
- An email with the score report information on it
- An email from the student reporting their scores
If a student was unable to take the ACT/SAT test, please email admissions@uwstout.edu.
Fall 2021 Applicants: We recognize the cancellation of ACT and SAT exams may be causing concern for some students planning to apply to Stout for the fall 2021 semester. An ACT or SAT score will be required for admission consideration to Stout. Fortunately, Stout does not have a priority date for fall 2021. ACT and SAT will be adding several test dates this summer and fall, including online test options.
This provides several opportunities for prospective students to take the ACT or SAT exam. In addition, we recommend students utilize the free resources on the ACT and SAT web sites to prepare for the exam.
Students may begin the UW System application for admission on August 1, 2020. ACT or SAT exam results are not required to submit an application, but are required for our office to review your application.
UW-Stout requires official college transcripts to be sent directly from each institution or through an electronic secure document sending service.
Most institutions are able to send transcripts during the COVID-19 pandemic. If your college or university is unable to provide a transcript due to COVID-19, contact the UW-Stout Admissions Office at admissions@uwstout.edu.
UW-Stout has decided to move our orientation program online. The orientation date you choose will not be impacted by this change. Please plan to attend FYRO virtually.
Orientation is a required online program which will provide an engaging experience with opportunities for you and your guests to connect with our campus. As your orientation date nears you will receive more information on how to gain access to your virtual FYRO experience.
Visit the First-Year Registration and Orientation website for more information.
We will accept the "Test at Home" placement test being developed by the University of Wisconsin Center for Placement Testing and ACT/SAT sub-scores to place students into the appropriate courses. Placement testing does not impact your student’s participation in a FYRO date.
Contact advisement.testing@uwstout.edu with any questions.
All UW-Stout in-person Admissions visits will be cancelled through Tuesday, June 30th. Visits scheduled after June 30th may be modified or rescheduled. Admissions Staff will contact impacted visitors to schedule an appropriate alternative visit. In-person visits will return as soon as we are safely able to host visitors to campus.
Explore LIVE virtual admission visit experiences
Call our office 715-232-1232.
Send us an email - Direct your questions to admissions@uwstout.edu
Text us - Send quick messages to our team at 715-602-8088
Follow us on social media - Find us on Instagram @uwstoutadmissions
Connect with your Admissions Counselor
UW-Stout will offer summer 2020 courses online. Visit the Summer & Winterm website for more information.
If you would like to discuss what options you have for a deferment or taking a gap year, please connect with someone from our admissions team.
Transfer Students
UW-Stout requires official college transcripts to be sent directly from each institution. Many now offer transcripts be sent through an electronic secure document sending service. Choose the transcript be sent directly to UW-Stout.
Most Institutions are able to send transcripts during the COVID-19 pandemic. If your college or university is unable to provide a transcript due to COVID-19, contact the UW-Stout Transfer Admissions Team at transfer@uwstout.edu.
No applicant to UW-Stout will be penalized if schools elect to implement a pass/fail (or credit/no credit) grading structure for the remainder of the 2020 spring semester. Please note that if your college has also added a Low Pass (LP) or similar grade, this course will still transfer, but will not meet the equivalency of a major studies course that requires a grade of C or higher. Transcripts will be reviewed and grades considered on a case-by-case basis. If there are any specific circumstances you would like us to be aware of, contact us at transfer@uwstout.edu.
All UW-Stout in-person Admissions visits will be cancelled through Tuesday, June 30th. Visits scheduled after June 30th may be modified or rescheduled. Admissions Staff will contact impacted visitors to schedule an appropriate alternative visit. In-person visits will return as soon as we are safely able to host visitors to campus.
Explore LIVE virtual admission visit experiences.
Call our office 715-232-1232.
Send us an email - Direct your questions to transfer@uwstout.edu.
Text us at 715-232-5467 or 715-232-1787.
Follow us on social media - Find us on Instagram @uwstoutadmissions.
Connect with your Admissions Counselor.
UW-Stout will offer summer 2020 courses online. Visit the Summer & Winterm website for more information.
International Students
We are very hopeful that international students will be able to get their visas and attend classes at UW-Stout this fall. We are actively planning for their arrival and working with admitted students to place them in on-campus housing and enroll them in classes. As the COVID-19 situation progresses, we are closely monitoring the situation and will share any changes in our plan for the fall semester as soon as a decision is made.
UW-Stout requires official academic records to be sent directly from each institution or through an electronic secure document sending service. If your institution is unable to provide an academic record due to COVID-19, please contact the International Admissions Team for alternative options at international@uwstout.edu.
If you are having difficulty obtaining any of the required application documents due to COVID-19, please contact the International Admissions Team for alternative options at international@uwstout.edu.