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Reserve Your Spot at UW-Whitewater!

Congratulations #FutureWarhawk! We are excited that you are ready to join the Warhawk family. To reserve your spot and set yourself up for a successful year, just follow the steps below:

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Set up your UW-Whitewater Credentials

Now that you are a #FutureWarhawk, it is time to establish your log-in credentials. You'll use this username and password to log in to all university systems, including your WINS account and your email. Your campus email is the main way we will be contacting you from now on. Check it regularly so you do not miss out on important campus information and reminders.

Follow these steps to establish your log-in credentials:

Visit password.uww.edu and click on the log-in button on the left side of your screen.
The next page will require a username and password. Your username is your Net-ID, and your password is your seven-digit ID number (both your Net-ID and seven-digit ID number can be found on your admission letter).
You will then be prompted to change your password.
Once your password is changed, you can access all university accounts using your Net-ID and new password.

Start your housing contract

The fall 23 housing contract is available starting Oct. 1, 2022. Due to the high demand for on-campus housing, we recommend you submit the online housing contract and the $125 housing deposit as soon as possible. You will have the opportunity to select or be matched with a roommate at a later date. Visit uww.edu/housing/assignments/housingcontracts to begin. Spring 23 housing contracts are available beginning Nov. 1, 2022.

Complete the 2023-24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)

The 2023-24 FAFSA is available at fafsa.gov starting Oct. 1, 2022. The priority deadline for submission is Jan. 1, 2022. You do not need to have completed your housing contract in order to file your FAFSA. Visit Financial Aid for more information.

Register for Placement Testing

Students are placed into math and English courses based on ACT, SAT, or placement exam scores. If you are an incoming student and the ACT/SAT was not taken, you will be asked to complete the math and English placement tests prior to Warhawks SOAR. Testing information can be found here: exams.wisc.edu/placement/regionaltesting/information.php

Register for Warhawks SOAR

Warhawks SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration) is your first orientation program where you will connect with other new Warhawks, learn more about the university, meet with academic advisors, and register for courses. Warhawks SOAR registration is available beginning March 1, 2023. Students beginning classes during the spring 23 term can register for Warhawks SOAR starting Oct. 1, 2022. To register, log into your WINS account, select "Warhawks SOAR" and follow the prompts. Visit First Year Experience for more information.

We can't wait to welcome you to the Warhawk family!
If you have any questions about your next steps, contact the Admissions Office at 262-472-1440.

Set up UW-Whitewater Credentials

Now that you are a future Warhawk, it is time to establish your log-in credentials. You'll use this username and password to log in to all university systems, including your WINS account and your email. Your campus email is the main way we will be contacting you from now on. Check it regularly so you do not miss out on important campus information and reminders.

Follow these steps to establish your log-in credentials:

Visit password.uww.edu and click on the log-in button on the left side of your screen.
The next page will require a username and password. Your username is your Net-ID, and your password is your seven-digit ID number (both your Net-ID and seven-digit ID number can be found on your admission letter).
You will then be prompted to change your password.
Once your password is changed, you can access all university accounts using your Net-ID and new password.

Register for Warhawks SOAR

Warhawks SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration) is your first orientation program where you will connect with other new Warhawks and talk with academic advisors for course enrollment. Warhawks SOAR registration is available in your WINS account Beginning March 1, 2023. Students joining during the spring term can register for Warhawks SOAR beginning Oct. 1, 2022. To register, log into your WINS account, select "Warhawks SOAR" and follow the prompts. Visit First Year Experience for more information.

Register for Placement Testing

If you are not transferring to UW-Whitewater with a direct equivalent for an English or math course, you are required to take the University of Wisconsin System English or math placement exam. Students can register for the exams at https://exams.wisc.edu/placement/regionaltesting/information.php.

If you previously completed the UW System placement exam, we will be able to access your scores.

Start Your Optional Housing Contract

The fall housing contract is available starting Oct. 1, 2022. Due to the high demand for on-campus housing, we recommend you submit the online housing contract and the $125 housing deposit as soon as possible. You will have the opportunity to select or be matched with a roommate at a later date. Visit uww.edu/housing/assignments/housingcontracts to begin. Spring 23 housing contracts are available beginning Nov. 1, 2022.

Complete the 2023-24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)

The 2023-24 FAFSA is available at fafsa.gov. If you have completed a FAFSA application for a previous institution, please log into your FAFSA account and add UW-Whitewater’s school code to your application. FAFSA code: 003926

Submit your final transcript

Final acceptance to the UW-Whitewater is occasionally contingent upon the receipt of your official final transcript, as well as maintaining a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Check your to-do list in your WINS account for the official final transcript that may be needed. Official transcripts must be received by the start of the term.