Our Mission:

The University of Wisconsin-Barron County, established in 1966, offers the Associate of Arts and Science degree and a liberal arts, pre-professional transfer curriculum. In partnership with Continuing Education Extension, the University also provides a variety of credit and non-credit educational activities which focus on satisfying the unique educational needs of citizens in local communities. Through the combination of these programs, the university serves a diverse student body of varying ages and backgrounds with a comprehensive program of quality instruction.

UW-Barron County is dedicated to providing:

General education courses for the freshman/sophomore years in preparation for transfer to complete a bachelor’s degree program in a variety of academic fields.

A campus community in which students have the advantage of individual attention provided by small classes, as well as sharing with faculty the benefits of intellectual inquiry and scholarship.

A broad-based liberal arts education which allows the students options, teaches the students to think creatively and critically, and prepares them to deal effectively with future choices as educated individuals.

Academic advising and counseling to guide students through sound academic decisions, smooth transfer, and continued academic success at baccalaureate institutions.

Encouragement to students to develop special talents, discover new areas of interest, strengthen leadership skills, and heighten self-confidence through participation in a variety of educational opportunities, extra-curricular activities, the fine arts, and social activities.