Parents & Family - UW-Milwaukee Skip to content Skip to footer Our Shared Commitment A college journey isn’t undertaken alone. Parents, family and friends are the pillars behind a student’s success, and UWM is committed to the shared goal of helping students reach their full potential. Parent & Family Resources From orientation to graduation, support and cheer on your student as they pursue a college dream at UWM. Frequently Asked Questions Get the answers to questions commonly asked by parents and families of new UWM students, such as cost, career outlook and what happens if a student gets sick. Graduation Day Celebrate your UWM student’s academic accomplishments! See commencement ceremony date and time, as well as ticket information. Housing Check out UWM’s residence hall options and their amenities. Each residence hall is a little different, but they all include 24/7 security and laundry. Panther Family Portal Sign up with the Panther Family Portal to get access to campus news and events, cost and financial aid information, important resources for your student and much more. Panther Family Weekend Visit your UWM student and enjoy a weekend of fun events together on campus and across the city. Undergraduate Orientation Up to two adult guests are welcome to join their UWM undergraduate student at orientation. Learn more about information and resources shared at orientation. More UWM Resources As the second-largest public university in Wisconsin, UWM has many resources to make the college journey run smoothly. Academic Calendar The academic calendar is how you can stay updated on semester start and end dates, winter and spring breaks, final exam schedules and graduation. Billing and Payments This is your first stop for any questions or concerns about the tuition payment schedule, how to make payments and payment plan options. Career Services The Center for Student Experience and Talent makes sure students are career-ready with internship and hands-on learning opportunities and help with resumes and interview skills. Dean of Students The Dean of Students Office is where students go if they need help resolving a problem or navigating an issue or personal crisis on campus. Safety The safety of UWM students is paramount. UWM offers safe ride services, an emergency alert app, campus police and counseling resources. Scholarships UWM helps make college affordable through scholarships. See the wide range of scholarship options and access the Panther Scholarship Portal. Tuition and Fees Get up-to-date information on UWM tuition and fees, which can differ depending on state residency, number of credits being taken, type of degree and other factors. Virtual Tour Explore UWM’s campus from the convenience of home. With the virtual tour, get a peek inside residence halls, see the Student Union and more.