University of Wisconsin-Madison
University of Wisconsin-Madison (U of Wisconsin-Madison) is a four-years, public school located in Madison, WI. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.
The U of Wisconsin-Madison's 2022 tuition & fees is $10,720 for Wisconsin residents and $38,608 for out-of-state students. 42% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,609.
The school has a total enrollment of 44,640 and the student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $68,000 and it varies by field of study.
U of Wisconsin-Madison ranked 54th in National Universities and 1st in Wisconsin Colleges rankings. University of Wisconsin-Madison is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Directory Information
| Address | 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI 53706-1380 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 608-263-2400 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (very high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of University of Wisconsin-Madison are $10,720 for in-state students and $38,608 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $12,175 for in-state students and $25,501 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,722 for Wisconsin residents and $39,354 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,176 for Wisconsin residents and $25,504 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,720 | $38,608 |
| Graduate | $12,175 | $25,501 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,722 | $39,354 |
| Graduate | $12,176 | $25,504 |
The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the U of Wisconsin-Madison directly. See the U of Wisconsin-Madison bursar/financial aid page for more information.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Madison is 60% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 26%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,410.
The average graduation rate is 88%. Total 44,640 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $68,000. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Computer Engineering program shows the highest salary with $76,900 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 60% Acceptance Rate / 26% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,410 SAT / 29 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 88% |
| Retention Rate | 95%(full-time), 75% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.25% (16 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 44,640 (32,688 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $11,609 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $68,000 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $19,400 - $76,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
University of Wisconsin-Madison offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
U of Wisconsin-Madison provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of U of Wisconsin-Madison. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 8,738. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $3,150.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | Yes |
| Offer Medical Degree | Yes |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 8,738 |
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