The University of Wisconsin vs. University of Michigan: Which College Is a Better Value?
Alumni, students, and fans will be championing their schools in advance of this weekend's football game. But how do the universities stack up where it really matters?
On Saturday, the University of Wisconsin and University of Michigan college football teams will square off in battle. Which university has the best football program will be determined on the field. But which university is best at developing students at a reasonable cost? The winner: Wisconsin, which outscores Michigan in Kiplinger's annual Best College Values rankings primarily due to a significantly lower price tag, among other factors. Take a look:
Header Cell - Column 0 | University ofWisconsin | University ofMichigan |
---|---|---|
Location | Madison, WI | Ann Arbor, MI |
Kiplinger's Best College Values Rank | 74 | 83 |
Student-Faculty Ratio | 17:1 | 15:1 |
Admission Rate | 50% | 32% |
4-Year Graduation Rate | 56% | 76% |
Total Annual Cost (out of state) | $39,669 | $54,078 |
Average Need-Based Aid | $9,890 | $15,050 |
Avg. Debt at Graduation | $26,579 | $26,510 |

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