
The University of Wisconsin - Stout has witnessed a decline in its overall acceptance rate over the past few years, dropping from 93% in 2015 to 84.7% in 2023, with 6,440 applicants and 5,457 accepted. In 2022, the acceptance rate was 86.3%, slightly higher than the 91% rate in 2021, when 4,890 students applied. This downward trend highlights an increasing competitiveness, as acceptance rates have consistently ranged between 84.7% to 91% from 2021 to 2023, suggesting a more selective admissions process as applicant numbers rise.