University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Reviews

  • 31 Reviews
  • La Crosse (WI)
  • Annual Tuition: $18,051
78% of 31 students said this degree improved their career prospects
97% of 31 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 8/19/2015
  • Degree: Liberal Studies
"Its unrealistically expensive. I was able to receive help from family and I will still be in debt for at least 3 years, and that's only because I was able to find a job immediately after graduation. For many schools, books are a ridiculous expense. The university I graduated from offered a program for textbook rental that was included in tuition, however some schools require students to pay for books, which can be upwards of $400 a semester - another cost that is unrealistic for students. However school and a good education is very important. You can't not get a degree if you want a good job. Its also important for society that we have an educated populace. But there are many ways in which it is flawed, including the way tenure works. I had some great teachers, and I had some really, really awful ones. Despite several complaints and outcry from the student body, bad teachers are rarely disciplined or forced to change their methods. Just because someone is smart, doesn't mean they're a good teacher."
Math ed graduate 2012
  • Reviewed: 5/29/2015
  • Degree: Teaching
"La Crosse did a great job with the education program. The classes were small and there was a lot of opportunity to get up in front of a classroom."
Alyssa Frees
  • Reviewed: 2/23/2015
  • Degree: Physical Therapy
"I really feel like the professors and faculty truly care about us not just as students and as future professionals, but as people. They will gladly take the time to listen to anything we need to talk to them about. Not only are they great people, but they are great professors. It is very evident that they both know their material very well and they know how to teach the material to us in a very understandable way. I feel confident that by the time I graduate, I will be ready for anything that comes my way. There are not very many cons to our graduate program that I can think of. Perhaps the workload may be a little much, but it can obviously be handled."
karie williams
  • Reviewed: 2/10/2015
  • Degree: Psychology
"UW La Crosse was a very friendly environment. They have a lot of degree options. The class sizes are small for the most part, and professors are very accessible. There is a lot to do in La Crosse, many activities outdoors are available for students. Living expenses are very affordable."
AJG
  • Reviewed: 8/29/2014
  • Degree: Psychology
"I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at UWL. The psychology faculty are friendly, involved, and engaging."
Dianne Kilgas
  • Reviewed: 8/12/2014
  • Degree: Physical Therapy
"The Physical Therapy Program at UW-La Crosse focuses heavily on clinical practice while still exposing the students to current research studies. It is very affordable and one of the best PT schools in the Midwest. The professors are incredibly qualified to teach and they offer a broad-range of clinical sites. They emphasize how to become effective health care professionals and demonstrating confidence when communicating with patients. Campus is located at the foot of the bluffs and the area provides many outdoor activities for stress relief as well as an active downtown scene. Now that I am in the program, I can’t imagine being this satisfied at any other school. What some students may consider a con is the level of time commitment required for this program. Any PT program has its challenges, but the DPT program at UW-LaX holds a higher standard for their students. The faculty warns the incoming students that they will need to make sacrifices over the next few years, including cutting out on family time, and this is very realistic advice. However, they are incredibly supportive of all the students and will help them with any obstacles they may face."
Amy Garinger
  • Reviewed: 2/26/2014
  • Degree: Occupational Therapy
"We take rigorous science courses including anatomy with cadaver dissection, which I believe builds a strong foundation for OT practice and critical analysis of OT interventions. We take classes with the PT and PA students as well as completing case studies with them, allowing us to network and build relationships with other healthcare professionals. In addition to our fieldwork, healthcare facilities in the community allow us to come in and practice skills we are learning in class under the supervision of our instructors. The program has recently purchased iPads for student use to aid in our studies. The instructors truly care about your learning and emphasize building a relationship with the students. UW-La Crosse is consistently ranked highly in US News and World Report's best value public institutions. The university is nestled between the beautiful bluffs and the Mississippi River in La Crosse, WI, with lots to do for the outdoor enthusiast."
LeAnna Lucero
  • Reviewed: 2/3/2014
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"This program has great experienced faculty and resources to go into the field of recreation. There are also many avenues for research and personal/career development in the area. I feel that everyone in the program is well prepared for national certification examinations since the pass rates are well above the national average for therapeutic recreation. The area around La Crosse offers plenty to do socially and physically. The cost of living and the school is affordable, even for someone paying out of state tuition, like me."
Joshua McLain
  • Reviewed: 10/10/2013
  • Degree: Physical Therapy
"I am in the first year of three of the Physical Therapy Doctorate program. The staff and program are very aggressive and professional. I am honored to be in the program. Of course, the cost is always the hard part. I am always looking for help with that. The program runs year round and is intense, so it is hard to work during any the program."
Jennafer Young
  • Reviewed: 6/1/2013
  • Degree: Occupational Therapy
"This graduate program is science-based and includes a solid background in physiology and anatomy, which is then applied through clinical classes. The school is located in a beautiful area along the Mississippi River and in a fun town."
Rachel Beauchene
  • Reviewed: 1/23/2013
  • Degree: Liberal Studies
"I thoroughly enjoy the SAA program. The course load is perfect and the teachers are easily accessible."