The University of Wisconsin — Madison is the official state university of Wisconsin and the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin system. The beautiful, historic campus spans 936 acres and the University comprises 13 schools and colleges. It is often referred to as one of America’s ‘Public Ivy’ universities.
As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, students and faculty members partake in a world-class education and solve real-world problems. The school’s legacy of public service was founded on the “Wisconsin Idea” that education should influence and improve people’s lives beyond the classroom.
The University counts 33 Pulitzer prize winners among its alumni, as well as notable public figures such as author Joyce Carol Oates, former Vice President Dick Cheney, aviator Charles Lindbergh, naturalist John Muir and architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
In the most recent QS, The Times Higher Education and ARWU world university rankings, the university has been ranked Top 25 in the US by all 3 ranking tables. This places the university among the top-1% universities in the US.
*NOTE: This is a transfer route. Students will study at University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh (Fox Cities campus) for the first 2 years before transferring to University of Wisconsin - Madison upon achieving the required grades. Students will then complete the final 2 years of the degree program and obtain qualification from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
With more than 40,000 students representing 50 states and 124 countries, the university community is diverse, energetic, and constantly in motion. Jump around with 80,000 Badgers fans at Camp Randall Stadium and witness athletic feats from our 23 Big Ten varsity teams. Join one of the nearly 900 student organizations—or start a new one. Stroll down Madison’s vibrant State Street and experience the largest farmers’ market of its kind as you walk around Capitol Square. Relax over live music and a stunning sunset at the Memorial Union Terrace. Build a lifelong community of kinship and support. As a Badger, opportunities match your boundless imagination. Here are some amenities near our campus.
