1916
Eau Claire, WI

School Details

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire opened its doors in the fall of 1916 as the Eau Claire State Normal School. Although the education of teachers was the mission of the institution, from the beginning it made available two years of general education or pre-professional study for people not expecting to teach. In 1951, the Board of Regents authorized the college to grant Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in liberal arts, and the official name of the college became Wisconsin State College at Eau Claire. In June 1964, the Board of Regents gave university standing to all the state colleges.

UWEC offers degrees at all levels, from associate to doctoral, as well as certificates from the following colleges:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Business
  • College of Education and Human Sciences
  • College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Several bachelor’s and master’s degrees are available in online formats through the Department of Continuing Education. UWEC online degrees are taught by experts in their fields. Student success is widely attributed to these individuals who ensure online programs feature a robust curriculum.

Accreditation & Licensing

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Geographic and Educational Overview

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University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is located in Wisconsin

Wisconsin at a Glance:

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Madison
5,893,718
65,496 sq mi
13
24
16
$9,800.00

Top Majors in Wisconsin:

Top Incentives in Wisconsin:

Top Career Pathways in Wisconsin:

Manufacturing Engineering
  • Entry Level: Process Engineer ($65,000)
  • Mid Level: Manufacturing Manager ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Plant Director ($140,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Engineering
  • Certifications: Six Sigma, PE
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Online Programs offered by University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

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Master of Science in Communications & Disorders
Post-Baccalaureate Bridge in Communications & Disorders