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Madison, WI · Public · Large · Small City
Admitted students who enroll
Of enrolling students
How much the school says contact matters
Deadlines, fees, testing policy, and recommendation requirements come from the Common App 2026-2027 First-Year Deadlines, Fees and Requirements file published August 28, 2026. Schools can still change a date after publication, so confirm anything you are close to with the school.
Rated Very important in the 2024-2025 Common Data Set this school published.
Admitted students who enroll
Of enrolled students
Of enrolled students
Reported by the school to IPEDS for fall 2023 admission.
Tuition, housing, food, and fees
Sticker figures. What a family actually pays depends on income and aid, which is what the financial aid tools are for.
| Major | Degrees | Graduates here | Same major nationally |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 864 | $118,588 | $92,374 |
| Psychology, General | 589 | $61,607 | $50,706 |
| Economics | 587 | $84,958 | $82,686 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 521 | $106,484 | $83,343 |
| Biology, General | 440 | $68,812 | $57,214 |
| Political Science and Government | 384 | $68,593 | $63,293 |
| Data Science | 323 | - | - |
| Communication and Media Studies | 304 | $57,874 | $56,359 |
Average net price paid by aided students in each family income band, after grants and scholarships. Usually far below the sticker price above.
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Add your GPA and test scores in Settings to see your estimated chances at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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2 supplementals
For exact prompts, check the school's admissions page or the Common App once writing opens (Aug 1).
Typical: 1 counselor + 2 teacher recommendations
Most selective colleges follow this pattern. Confirm exact requirements on the school's admissions site - some require a specific subject teacher (e.g., STEM programs may want a math/science rec).
This school does not consider interest. Don't burn time on it - focus on the application itself.
$80
Fee waivers available if you qualify (Common App fee waiver, school waiver, or counselor request).
Sticker price means almost nothing. University of Wisconsin-Madison's Net Price Calculator estimates what you'll actually pay after merit and need-based aid. Takes 10 minutes; needs household income and assets, plus a few academic numbers.We don't have a confirmed URL for this school - the link below opens a search that almost always lands on the right page.
Open University of Wisconsin-Madison's Net Price CalculatorRead from University of Wisconsin-Madison's own admissions page on 2026-08-30 for the 2026-2027 cycle (source). Schools can still revise a prompt after publishing, so confirm before you submit.
The why-Wisconsin question is asked of everyone. The first prompt below is only for applicants using the Universities of Wisconsin Application; Common App applicants answer a Common App prompt instead. Maximum 650 words each, though Wisconsin recommends planning for 300 to 500.
What you bring
Required650 wordsUniversities of Wisconsin Application only“Each student is unique. Please tell us about the particular life experiences, talents, commitments, and/or interests you will bring to our campus.”
Start essay with this prompt →Why Wisconsin and your major
Required650 words“Tell us why you would like to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In addition, please include why you are interested in studying the major(s) you have selected. If you selected undecided, please describe your areas of possible academic interest.”
Start essay with this prompt →Last verified 2026-08-30 · Cycle 2026-2027 · For the current cycle, double-check the school's admissions writing page.
This school explicitly does not consider demonstrated interest in admissions decisions. Don't spend time visiting, opening every email, or following on social purely for admissions. Those things won't move the needle here.
Where to spend time instead: the application itself. Strong essays, tight activities list, recommendations from teachers who know you well.
Research University
Yes
Co-op / Internship
Limited
Est. Net Price (You)
$42,103
Based on "none" need
Sticker tuition
$42,103
Before aid
Total Estimated 4-Year Cost
$168,412
Out-of-state pricing with estimated aid
Greek Life
No
Study Abroad
5%
Religious Affiliation
None
Football Conference
Big Ten
Debt-to-Income
41.7%
Average debt against 10-year earnings
Est. 10-Year ROI
$454,588
(10yr earnings x 10) - 4yr cost
This school is test-optional. Submit scores only if they strengthen your application.
Deadline / RD: January 15, 2027
124 days remaining (RD)
Application Platform: Common App
Supplemental Essays: 2
Interview: Not Offered
Recommendation letters needed
Test optional
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Data from US Department of Education College Scorecard, National Center for Education Statistics, and institutional disclosures.
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences | 288 | - | $62,451 |
| Marketing | 252 | $99,093 | $69,303 |
| Mathematics | 237 | $100,406 | $69,562 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | 232 | $73,814 | $75,399 |
Median earnings of this school's graduates in each major, roughly five years out, beside the national median for the same major.