Welcome to UWM

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a public research university located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is known for its academic excellence and vibrant student life. Explore the website to learn more about UWM's history, academic programs, admissions, and student life.

A Career-Building Experience, an Affordable Degree

Get the best of both worlds: a college campus in a tree-lined neighborhood five minutes from Lake Michigan, and 10 minutes north of a bustling downtown with thousands of internships and job connections.
We are nationally recognized for our undergraduate research, and UWM students get real-world experiences that shape their education and careers, such as paid internships, entrepreneurship programs and community-based classes and volunteer opportunities. Forge your own path, your way, at UWM.