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River Falls, Wisconsin · Public, town campus

University of Wisconsin-River Falls SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a composite middle 50% of 19-26. University of Wisconsin-River Falls admitted 82% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

ACT middle 50%
19-26
Acceptance rate
82%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
4,205

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

University of Wisconsin-River Falls did not report SAT ranges for fall 2024. Its ACT middle 50% was 19-26, so aim for 26 or higher on the ACT to reach the top quarter of submitters.

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Where does your score land at University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

University of Wisconsin-River Falls SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
ACT composite192326

Testing policy

Does University of Wisconsin-River Falls require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of Wisconsin-River Falls told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on University of Wisconsin-River Falls's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Wisconsin-River Falls

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$9,008
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$17,470
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$14,054
First-year retention rate
77%
Graduation rate within 6 years
57%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$54,458

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FAQ

University of Wisconsin-River Falls admissions questions

What ACT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-River Falls?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 19 to 26, with a median of 23. Scoring 26 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Wisconsin-River Falls require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Wisconsin-River Falls reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on University of Wisconsin-River Falls's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Wisconsin-River Falls's acceptance rate?

University of Wisconsin-River Falls admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].