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Madison, WI: The ultimate college town. The University of Wisconsin is a top-ranked research institution located in Madison, Wisconsin, providing exceptional education opportunities to undergraduates, graduate and professional students.
Founded when Wisconsin achieved statehood in 1848, UW–Madison is the official state university of Wisconsin and the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin System. It was the first public university established in Wisconsin and remains the oldest and largest public university in the state.
University of Wisconsin—Madison's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, #35. Its in-state tuition and fees are $11,205; out-of-state tuition and fees are...
Explore UW–Madison through a variety of events specifically for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and their guests. Choose from open houses, admissions information sessions, campus tours, transfer visit days, academic-specific sessions, and more. Register for an in-person event.
Application, tuition, aid and other information for traditional and non-traditional students looking to attend UW–Madison.
Undergraduate admission to the University of Wisconsin–Madison is competitive and selective. Every year, we are fortunate to receive thousands of applications from a diverse range of students who are incredibly bright, engaged, and passionate and who have challenged themselves and those around them to make a difference in the world.
Starting on August 1 every year, you can begin applying to the University of Wisconsin–Madison. As a first-year applicant, you can apply using either the Common Application or the Universities of Wisconsin Application. There is no preference between applications.
