The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, enrolls approximately 7,000 students in 42 baccalaureate and 9 master's programs. Zippia.com ranked UW-Platteville as best value in the US for its lower tuition fees and the high starting salary of its graduates.  UW-Platteville possesses institutional strengths in computer science, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.  Dubuque, the largest city in the Tri-State region has a population of approximately 100,000 and is located 19 miles from UW-Platteville. Dubuque has been named one of America's top 100 places to live and one of the most livable small cities in America.