University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI
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Mission Statement
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is Wisconsin's comprehensive teaching and research university with a statewide, national, and international mission, offering programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels in a wide range of fields, while engaging in extensive scholarly research, continuing adult education, and public service. The primary purpose of the University of Wisconsin-Madison is to provide a learning environment in which faculty, staff, and students can discover, examine critically, preserve, and transmit the knowledge, wisdom, and values that will help ensure the survival of this and future generations and improve the quality of life for all. The University seeks to help students to develop an understanding and appreciation for the complex cultural and physical worlds in which they live and to realize their highest potential of intellectual, physical, and human development. It also seeks to attract and serve students from diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds and to be sensitive Read more… and responsive to those groups which have been underserved by higher education.
Quick Facts
42,180 students
66% admitted
$8,592 tuition/year
- 37,536 full time
- 4,644 part time
- 18,279 men full time
- 19,257 women full time
- 21,689 applied
- 14,417 admitted
- 5,927 enrolled
- $24,342 out of state
- $1,073 fees
- $7,724 room & board
- $1,140 books
At a Glance
| Institution Type: | Public |
| Campus Setting: | Mid-size city |
| Highest Degree Offered: | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
| Level of Institution: | Four or more years |
| Calendar: | Semester |
| School Mascot: | Bucky the Badger |
| School Colors: | Cardinal and white |
42,180 Students
Reviews: In Three Sentences
- Amber from Greenleaf, WI
“Madison is probably one of the most diverse colleges in the state of Wisconsin. Here, I have met a variety of people from all sorts of different backgrounds and have…”
- Jan-09-2012 » Read More
- Freshman from Indiana
“This University has lived up to my high expectations in teacher access, positive atmosphere among students, and demanding curriculum in my field.…”
- May-22-2012 » Read More
- Anonymous
“UW-Madison is a beautiful campus, and even though buildings are slightly more spread apart, getting to and from buildings is not that difficult. There are plenty of opportunities to get…”
- Jul-03-2012 » Read More
- Louie from WI
“UW-Madison is a university prized for its small town feel with a huge social experience. Never is there a dull moment on campus. Your academics and extra curricular activities will…”
- Jul-27-2012 » Read More
- Wenqin from Madison, WI
“It is a really beautiful school for me! The people in Wisconsin is so nice, especially the faculties. I really enjoy life here!…”
- Oct-23-2012 » Read More
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Located in Madison, WI
- Public
- 42,180 students enrolled
- 66% admitted
- $8,592 annual cost to attend
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Reviews
Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
- Phillip from Madison, WI
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Jan-02-2012
I am
a current student here
UW-Madison is a overall great school. You have challenging academics coupled with a fun and lively social scene. There is always something to do on the weekends - especially drinking.
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- Rachel
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Dec-27-2011
I am
a current student here
The city of Madison is a wonderful place for college students. Transportation is always available, and there are many opportunities for social engagement. The campus also creates a smaller community in the enormousness of the city.
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- Shanteria from Milwaukee, WI
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Dec-23-2011
I am
a current student here
There are plenty of school organizations to join that connect you to a lot of different people. Most strangers are helpful too.
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- Kailey from Kaukauna, WI
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Nov-04-2011
I am
a current student here
The campus is beautiful down by the lake and the people are really nice. I love how social it is; there is always something fun to do.
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- Jennifer from Pewaukee, WI
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Oct-19-2011
I am
a current student here
Love the campus. Love the people.
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