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University of Wisconsin

#1 in Best Colleges in Wisconsin
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Madison, WI
  • 3,011 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Value
      A+
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      A+
    5. Athletics
      A+
    6. Party Scene
      A+
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      A
    9. Dorms
      B
    10. Campus Food
      A+
    11. Student Life
      A+
    12. Safety
      B-
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    Wisconsin is a highly rated public university located in Madison, Wisconsin. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 28,977 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the Wisconsin acceptance rate is 54%. Popular majors include Biology, Economics, and Information Science. Graduating 87% of students, Wisconsin alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $45,000.
    About University of Wisconsin...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS
    Athletic Conference
    Big Ten Conference
    Address
    500 Lincoln Dr
    Madison, WI 53706
    Website
    wisc.edu
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    University of Wisconsin Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    54%
    Application Deadline
    February 1
    SAT Range
    1280-1450
    ACT Range
    27-31
    Application Fee
    $60
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $15,910/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Net Price by Household Income
    • <$30k
      $7,225/ year
    • $30-48k
      $9,964/ year
    • $49-75k
      $17,088/ year
    • $76-110k
      $22,148/ year
    • $110k+
      $24,229/ year

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    18:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    82%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.186 responses
    49%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.199 responses
    45%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.198 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Biology
      506 Graduates
    • Economics
      474 Graduates
    • Information Science
      332 Graduates
    • Journalism
      324 Graduates
    • Psychology
      324 Graduates
    • Finance
      304 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      299 Graduates
    • Communications
      248 Graduates
    • Marketing
      229 Graduates
    • Mechanical Engineering
      228 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    28,977Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    2,381
    Undergrads Over 25
    2%
    Pell Grant
    12%
    Varsity Athletes
    3%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 130 responses
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    • Work hard play hard
      66%
    • Smart & sociable
      25%
    • Diligent
      5%
    • Ignorant
      2%
    • Stressed
      2%
    • Daddy's wealth
      1%
    • Quirky
      1%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    59%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.243 responses
    Poll
    62%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.276 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 137 responses
    Report
    • Badger-Pride
      34%
    • Top-Notch
      23%
    • Badgerific
      17%
    • Quality
      7%
    • Unforgettable
      7%
    • Variety
      4%
    • Colorful.
      4%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $56,200/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    87%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
    National
    83%
    86%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.127 responses
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    There are so many great things about UW-Madison. There is always something to do on and off campus. UW ensures that there is a place and event for everyone. The education and educators are top noche; I have never loved learning so much. The campus and facilities are amazing and well kept. In their School of Human Ecology, they had design students design their bathrooms, creating a mystical place to go when nature calls! My only complaint is their high tuition cost. As most people know, the cost of education increases every year and it has made it difficult for people to go to college without needing to worry about debt. As an out of state student, my I have to pay full tuition which adds on to the stress of getting an education. Although the university does their best to provide scholarships for people in need to financial aid, I feel as if they lack the scholarships for people who don't come from low income families, but are paying for their education independently.
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    I love love LOVE this university. From the moment you step on campus, it is clear that UW Madison has Badger pride and cares for the well-being of its students. Not only is it a well-known, prestigious campus, but the students and faculty here are welcoming, kindhearted, and are always up for a good time. This campus caters to nature lovers, as Lake Mendota is easily accessible, to city people, and everyone in between. Classes, although often fairly large, are fair, yet challenging. Overall, I am very very happy with my decision to attend UW Madison!
    Madison is such a great place to live as a young person. There is this intellectual energy and so much pride to be a Badger! I cannot say how many times I've woken up early on a Saturday knowing I was heading to the Farmer's Market and Gotham Bagels on the square. There are hip and trendy bars and restaurants, lots of opportunities to see art, the Orpheum and Overture for concerts, Camp Randall for games, Devil's Lake State Park, Picnic Point, malls, the Terrace, etc.

    One thing I would want to do would be to create a more welcoming community for racial and socioeconomic diversity within the university and accepting the people who were on the land before us. There is a lot of tension about this on campus. It makes it hard for me to fully enjoy my experience there without feeling some sense of guilt.

    I think the school could look into more affordable apartment housing options close to campus.