University of Wisconsin-Madison is a four-year, public school located in Madison, WI. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The U of Wisconsin-Madison's 2024 tuition & fees is $11,205 for Wisconsin residents and $40,603 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 48% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,757.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 48,956 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).

U of Wisconsin-Madison's acceptance rate is 43.35% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 28.93%. The median SAT scores is 1450 and the ACT socre is 30.

U of Wisconsin-Madison ranked 56th in National Universities and 1st in Wisconsin Colleges rankings. University of Wisconsin-Madison is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Wisconsin-Madison is $11,205 for in-state students and $40,603 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $12,289 for in-state students and $25,615 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,629 for Wisconsin residents and $41,814 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,327 for Wisconsin residents and $25,653 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,205$40,603
Graduate$12,289$25,615
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,629$41,814
Graduate$12,327$25,653

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »43.35% Acceptance Rate / 28.93% Yield
Test Scores »1,450 SAT / 30 ACT
Graduation Rate »89%
Retention Rate94%(full-time), 65% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.56% (18 to 1)
Student Population »48,956 (36,306 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$12,757

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus 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.

Special Learning Opportunities at U of Wisconsin-Madison
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Wisconsin-Madison Directory Information

Address500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI 53706-1380
Phone608-263-2400
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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