The University of Wisconsin-Platteville continues to be the fastest growing public university in Wisconsin. Located in southwest Wisconsin, just 20 miles east of the Mississippi River, UW-Platteville is currently a “home away from home” to over 8,600 Pioneers from across the tri-state area and beyond. UW-Platteville offers an affordable, accessible, high quality education. Faculty and staff are committed to student engagement, both in and out of the classroom. Students are encouraged to practice what they learn through collaborative projects, undergraduate research and creative endeavors, study abroad opportunities, and real-world experiences. Students can also practice skills learned in the classroom and develop leadership capacity through involvement in over 200 active student clubs and organizations.