51ÁÔÆæ

Re-entry

Re-entry students were once degree-seeking 51ÁÔÆæ students but have not attended 51ÁÔÆæ for a full academic year and are ready to return to college to complete their degree. Students returning to 51ÁÔÆæ can .

We understand that life happens. Sometimes you get pulled in a different direction or just need time to decide what path is best for you. Whatever reason you stepped away, we’re excited you’re back and ready to finish your degree.

Pounce Back Re-Entry Scholarship

$500 one-time scholarship for full-time returning students.

$250 one-time scholarship for part-time returning students.

More scholarship opportunities can be found in the Panther Scholarship Portal.

Applying to 51ÁÔÆæ as a Re-Entry Student

  1. Submit the UW-System Application

    Submit the UW-System application .

  2. Submit Official Transcripts From All College or Universities After Leaving 51ÁÔÆæ

    (If you haven’t attended another institution since leaving 51ÁÔÆæ, no other documents are required and you can skip this step.)

    Official transcripts can be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions through an approved electronic service such as Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse to undergraduateadmissions@uwm.edu, or via U.S. mail to:

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Office of Undergraduate Admissions P.O. Box 749 Milwaukee, WI 53201-0749

  3. Activate your ePanther ID

    Each student is given an ePanther ID that will be used to log in to their 51ÁÔÆæ accounts.

    To activate your ePanther ID, visit the . You will need your Campus ID number to activate your ePanther. You received your Campus ID, along with activation instructions, in an email after you submitted your application to 51ÁÔÆæ. If you cannot find that information, contact undergraduateadmissions@uwm.edu.

  4. Check Admissions Portal & PAWS

    After you’ve activated your ePanther ID, there are two 51ÁÔÆæ accounts you should access and check regularly.

    Admissions Portal is used to:

    • Submit required documents for your application to 51ÁÔÆæ.
    • Check the status of your application to 51ÁÔÆæ.
    • View your decision letter.
    • View contact information for your 51ÁÔÆæ admissions counselor.
    • Accept your admission
    ACCESS THE ADMISSIONS PORTAL

    PAWS (Panther Access to Web Services) account is used to:

    • Accept your financial aid award(s).
    • Pay tuition and fees.
    • View remaining steps for enrollment to 51ÁÔÆæ (i.e. housing, placement exams, orientation, etc.).
    • Review transfer credit evaluation.
    • View contact information for your academic advisor.
    ACCESS PAWS

Frequently Asked Questions

I left 51ÁÔÆæ because I was academically suspended. How can I be readmitted?

Any student who wishes to return to 51ÁÔÆæ after departing due to an academic suspension must reapply to 51ÁÔÆæ as a re-entry student. Students who are interested in returning to 51ÁÔÆæ prior to the conclusion of their drop period must also obtain approval from the Dean of their former academic unit.

I left 51ÁÔÆæ with a financial hold on my account. Can I still be readmitted?

Yes, you can still be readmitted to 51ÁÔÆæ, but you will need to have all holds on your PAWS account removed before you will be able to enroll in courses.

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