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Points of Pride

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Building on a history of excellence

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UW-Eau Claire has long been recognized as one of the top regional public comprehensive universities in the country, and that reputation has been earned by creating innovative, collaborative opportunities with an unwavering focus on academic excellence.

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That excellence can be found in the robust undergraduate research that has become a trademark of UW-Eau Claire. In addition, the university has been recognized annually for being a national leader in study abroad and student support programs for veterans while remaining one of the most affordable universities in the country. 

UW-Eau Claire recognized as a national leader
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Top of the Class

UW-Eau Claire ranked among nation's best regional public universities.

#1

Regional Public Comprehensive University in Wisconsin and Minnesota according to Forbes 2024-25 America’s Top Colleges

8th

Best Regional College for Veterans in the Midwest according to the 2025 U.S. News & World Report

30th

Consecutive year UWEC has been recognized as A Top Public University in the Midwest according to U.S. News & World Report

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Largest Marching Band in the Midwest
At 475+ members, the Blugold Marching Band (BMB) is one of the biggest and most active marching bands.
A Top Choice in the Midwest
UWEC is one of the top four public regional universities in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025
Military Friendly School
UWEC is proud to be recognized as a gold-level Military Friendly School.
Viqtory 2024
Ranked A Best LGBTQIA+ Friendly College
Here, you'll find a home that is safe and supportive.
Campus Pride 2023
Here You Can
9/10 Blugolds participate in research, internship, immersion, study abroad, or service-learning opportunities.
Make Your Story a Great One
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Present Your Research, Influence Change
Each year, Blugold student researchers present at Research in the Rotunda in Madison at the Wisconsin State Capitol. This is an opportunity to share a variety of research findings with legislators, alumni, state leaders, and other supporters.
Learn more about research at UWEC
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Find Your Internship
Choose from opportunities with Fortune 500 companies, local nonprofits, or student support programs right on campus. With a strong reputation in the Chippewa Valley and beyond, you're sure to find an internship that will help you grow — and even earn credit while doing so.
Learn more about the benefits of an internship
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An Impactful Stepping Stone
UWEC's University Honors Program is a community built upon creativity, exploration, and academic excellence. Enroll in a variety of courses only offered in Honors, take advantage of unique research and leadership opportunities, and positively shape both your future and that of your community.
Learn more about University Honors

Only at Eau Claire

Becoming a Blugold brings endless opportunities - ones that you'll only find at UW-Eau Claire.

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UW-Eau Claire Partnerships and Collaborations
UW-Eau Claire's innovative approach to collaborative partnerships has been recognized on an international scale. With world-class collaborators such as Mayo Clinic Health System, UW-Eau Claire is positioned to offer students opportunities they will not find at any other university.
Explore UWEC's Partnerships and Collaborations
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National Leader in Study Abroad Opportunities
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire students’ participation in study abroad programs is among the highest in the nation for master’s-level colleges and universities, according to the 2023 Open Doors Report of the Institute of International Education.
Learn more about Study Abroad at UWEC
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