Parents & Families
From Home to
Phoenix Family
Your student’s journey, your support
Helping your student transition to college is a big step—not just for them, but for your whole family. You might have questions about where they’ll live, how they’ll make friends, what their classes will be like and how to make college affordable. These are important concerns, and we’re here to provide the answers.
Parent Portal
A portal to help you stay informed—your way.
Your support is key to your student’s success. Stay informed and feel confident with tailored updates, key deadlines and campus insights. Customize your newsletter preferences and get the resources you need to help your student navigate their journey to UW-Green Bay.
Exploring & Applying
Helping your student find the right college is a journey. It begins with learning what options are available, planning campus visits, seeing what resonates with your student and encouraging them as they apply. Here are some things to keep in mind:
Academics
With 200+ academic options, UW-Green Bay offers many unique paths to success.
Tuition & Fees
Check our cost page to see estimated annual cost of tuition and fees. You will find that UW-Green Bay is a tremendous value with top-notch education, practical experiences and award-winning facilities.
Visiting
The best way to know if a campus is a fit, is to see it for yourself. We offer a variety of visit options to find something that can work with your schedule.
Applying
UW-Green Bay uses the UW online application, which opens August 1 for the following year. If your student’s high school is participating in Direct Admit Wisconsin, they need to accept their offer.
After Being Accepted
Your student is in! Now, what’s next? Check out the key steps they need to take.
Finances
See tuition, fees and other expenses to estimate your college costs.
Find out about financial aid options that can help offset college costs—like loans, work-study, veteran's benefits, grants or scholarships.
Events
Admitted Student Day is an event for students who are still deciding on their college, as well as those ready to take their next steps.
At GB Orientation, students will meet new friends, get their student ID, talk with an academic advisor and register for classes.
Placement Tests
Most new first-year students complete the required Math and optional World Language placement exams online in the spring or summer before starting at UW-Green Bay. These tests help ensure your student is placed in courses that match their skill level.
Home Away
From home
Housing & Dining for Your Student
Choosing to live on campus provides a safe, convenient, and affordable home for your student, with all utilities, free laundry, high-speed internet and streaming TV included. Beyond comfort, campus housing fosters friendships, leadership opportunities and a vibrant community. Students living on campus are required to have a meal plan, selected during fall housing check-in.
Safe & Secure
Your student’s safety is our top priority. UW-Green Bay provides a secure and welcoming environment where students can focus on learning, growing and thriving. Here's how we keep campus safe:
- 24/7 Campus Safety Patrols – UW-Green Bay Police actively monitor campus around the clock.
- GB Alert System – Instant notifications keep students informed in case of emergencies.
- Secure Housing – Keycard access ensures only residents and approved guests enter.
- Safe Walk Program – Safe walks available for students at night.
- Wellness Center – On-campus medical care and mental health support.
- Supportive Community – Small campus feel with faculty, staff and peers looking out for each other.
Common Questions
Many parents and guardians have questions about their student starting at UW-Green Bay. Take a look at a few of the most common questions.
Q: When does my student register for fall classes?
Students will register for classes during their GB Orientation process. All first-year students will register in person during their one-day program. All transfer students should schedule a one-on-one session with a professional advisor to register. Please have your student visit their Wings Portal to sign up for orientation.
Q: Does my student have to live on campus?
Living on campus is optional at UW-Green Bay. A number of our area students save money by living at home with their families. However, students who choose to live on campus enjoy safe, conveniently-located housing at an affordable price which includes all utilities, free laundry, high-definition streaming TV and high-speed Internet. Studies show students who live on campus get better grades and persist to graduation at a higher rate. More importantly, living on campus also means being able to build life-long friendships with others and having convenient access to a variety of programs, services and leadership involvement opportunities.
Once a student is admitted to UW-Green Bay and their student account is set up, they can sign up for housing. Completing a housing contract will allow them to secure on-campus housing.
Q: What next steps should my student be taking?
Your student's next steps change after they have applied and received their acceptance letter.
Before Being Admitted
We recommend your student apply in the fall of their senior year of high school. The Universities of Wisconsin application opens August 1.
- Request information. Contact us.
- Schedule a visit. See our visit options.
- Apply. Complete the UW Application
(or the Direct Admit Form, if your school is participating. See participating schools) - Send Transcripts from your student's high school
- Send ACT/SAT scores - optional, but helpful for scholarships and program requirements. Your student should enter the following codes in their test form — ACT: 4688, SAT: 1859
- Check status. See if your student’s application is complete or if any items are still needed by looking up their application status.
After Being Admitted
Once your student has applied and been admitted, they'll have access to the Wings Portal—a place that guides admitted students through their pending to-do items and important next steps, including:
- Tell us they are "committed" and plan to attend UW-Green Bay
- Contract for Housing (select Contract Online)
- Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid, as soon as you have filed your federal income taxes)
- Apply for scholarships (by February 15 for maximum consideration)
- Sign up for GB Orientation
- Register for Wisconsin Math Placement Test (beginning March 15)
Q: How much will UW-Green Bay cost?
The cost to attend UW-Green Bay will vary by your student's residency status (for example, it's cheaper for students who live in Wisconsin, or participate in reduced tuition programs for neighboring states.) Their expenses will vary if they save money by living at home or if your student earned college credit in high school, allowing them to graduate early. Remember, there are ways to make college affordable with financial aid, scholarships and student employment. Whatever the case, UW-Green Bay is an excellent value for the cost. Refer to our cost page for a listing of tuition and fees, expenses, and calculators to help estimate your cost.
Q: What should my child bring to college?
Helping your child prepare for college can be exciting, and maybe a little daunting to plan out. If your child is living on campus, refer to the housing department's list of essential items that you should consider bringing with you, and those things you should leave at home.
Have Concerns?
If you have concerns about your child's education journey, reach out. We're here to provide the information you need and help at every step. You can call 920-465-2111 or email uwgb@uwgb.edu.