UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,500 students and 1,400 faculty and staff,is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwestand is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad.Westrive for excellence in liberal educationand select graduate and professional programs throughcommitment to teachingand learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.
City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrantarts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.