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Cheapest Electrical Colleges in Wisconsin

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Wisconsin engineering programs show a striking cost advantage for in-state students, with University of Wisconsin-Platteville offering the lowest net price at $14,754 while delivering the highest graduate earnings at $71,015. This strong return on investment aligns well with Wisconsin's tech sector growth, where employers like Epic Systems and GE Healthcare actively recruit electrical and electronics engineers. The $14,483 gap between the most and least expensive options gives students clear financial choices without sacrificing career prospects.
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Programs
$14,754 – $29,237
Net Price Range
$68,823
Avg. Program Earnings
70.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,754 $8,315 61.5% 85.4%
2 $16,177 $10,020 51.2% 86.3%
3 $16,928 $11,205 89.3% 49.1%
4 $24,021 $48,421 71.5% 63.5%
5 $29,237 $48,700 80.1% 87.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Wisconsin-Platteville stand out for electrical engineering value?

UW-Platteville combines the lowest net cost at $14,754 with the highest graduate earnings at $71,015, creating an strong return on investment. The program also maintains a solid 61.5% graduation rate with relatively low student debt of $23,250.

How do private engineering schools in Milwaukee compare cost-wise to public options?

Milwaukee School of Engineering costs $24,021 net compared to UW-Milwaukee's $16,177, a difference of nearly $8,000 annually. Both schools produce similar earnings around $68,000, but MSOE offers a higher 71.5% graduation rate versus UW-Milwaukee's 51.2%.

Does UW-Madison justify its middle-range pricing for electrical engineering?

UW-Madison charges $16,928 net price but delivers an outstanding 89.3% graduation rate, the highest among Wisconsin programs. With competitive earnings of $68,379 and the lowest debt load at $22,500, it offers strong value despite moderate selectivity at 49% acceptance.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.