The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a public doctoral research university, one of two in the state, offering more than 28,000 students a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education through 156 degree programs. Located just a few blocks from Lake Michigan, this public university lies at the center of a lively mix of diverse neighborhoods, each with its own distinctive blend of housing, shops, restaurants, parks, and nightspots.

To fulfill its mission as a major urban doctoral research university and to meet the diverse needs of Wisconsin's largest metropolitan area, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides a wide array of degree programs, a balanced program of applied and basic research, and a faculty who are active in public service.

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is committed to providing higher education access to the broadest possible audience. In fact, more Wisconsin residents attend this university than any other in the state. The outstanding faculty and staff embrace the concept that students, no matter what their socioeconomic background, deserve the highest quality of education. This broad-minded approach creates a unique experience for everyone at the university.

The work of this public university is not limited to the classrooms on Milwaukee's East Side. The university serves as a crucial catalyst for the economic well-being of the city of Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. It is actively involved in M7, the Milwaukee 7 Economic Development Campaign. This research university has numerous nonprofit partnerships, highlighted by its work with the Milwaukee Public Schools and the many health and social service agencies that serve area residents. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is clearly a major asset to the region, the state, and the country.