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  • The University of Wisconsin-Madison application deadline for Spring 2026 is Oct 1, 2026.
  • The deadline for Fall 2027 admissions for First-Year through Early Action decision is Nov 1, 2026.

University of Wisconsin-Madison Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(90 courses)
INR 17 L - 50 LGet Fee Details
Duration7 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 5 - 100, PTE: 125 & Above, Duolingo: 120 - 125, IELTS: 7 & Above, GRE
MBA/PGDM(18 courses)
INR 18 L - 50 LGet Fee Details
Duration7 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 92 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 125 & Above, GRE, GMAT
B.A.(42 courses)
INR 38 L - 40 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
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Q:   How many programs can I apply for at University of Wisconsin?
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Indian students are allowed to apply for up to 3 programs in 1 intake whether its summer, winter or fall. Application fees will be required for first application to University of Wisconsin Madison and fee for next 2 applications for same term will be waived.

Q:   Is University of Wisconsin-Madison good for Engineering?
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Yes University of Wisconsin-Madison is good for studying Engineering for international students. University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Engineering is one of best schools at this university. Every year university accepts approximately 4,500 UG and 1,500 PG students. 75% of university's Engineering faculty have received early career/young investigator awards. 

Q:   What does the University of Wisconsin Madison look for in students?
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Besides the academic requirements, the University of Wisconsin Madison look for a holistic profile of students. The University of Wisconsin Madison acceptance rate is 41% for Indian students. Extracurricular of the students are considered. The essays that students have submitted while writing are also taken into account. 

Q:   Why is UW Madison so popular?
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University of Wisconsin Madison is ranked among the world's best public universities. As per U.S. News ranking, UW Madison is ranked at #12 for Top Public schools category in 2026.

  • UW Madison is also 1 of the 4 Big Ten school named in the new Ivies list by Forbes
  • In 2025, the Uni of Wisconsin Madison ranked at #5 position in U.S. for its research expenditures as per National Science Foundation. It surpassed USD 1.93 Billion in research expenditures

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University of Wisconsin-Madison Fee Breakdown 2026

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Q:   What is the cost of attendance for the University of Wisconsin Madison?
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As per the reports for 2026/27 estimated cost of attendance for University of Wisconsin-Madison international UG students is around INR 37.75 L - 43.88 L whereas for graduate students cost of attendance is INR 1.24 L - 50.78 L.

1 USD = INR 95.70

Q:   Is it expensive to live at University of Wisconsin-Madison for Indian students?
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University of Wisconsin Madison cost of living can be bit expensive for Indian students. Other than tuition fee, students must pay for expenses such as housing, travel, etc. The table mentioned below shows University of Wisconsin-Madison cost of living-

Fee ComponentsCost of Living
Housing & Meals$14,520    
Books and Supplies$700
Transportation    $1,200
Personal$2,570
Loan Fees$68
Q:   Is UW Madison ranked well for MBA course?
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The University of Wisconsin Madison course is a 2-year duration course. As per the Financial Times rankings 2026, UW Madison has been ranked at #8 for Value for money among MBA programs in the U.S. in 2026. In the world rankings by Financial Times MBA rankings 2026, UW Madison ranks at #84. On the other hand, in the QS Global MBA rankings 2026, Flinders Uni ranks at #111. 

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 27% students never faced discrimination in this university
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Internships3.8
Part time work4
Post study jobs3.7
Quality of faculty4.1
Student Life4.4
Value for money3.8
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.8
Indian Food3.2
Permanent Immigration3.6
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Computer Science B.S - Batch of 2021
3.9
Uw-Madison as a haven for CS.
Tips: One of the best colleges in the country. Very amazing crowd. The city feels dreamy during summers. It also has some amazing faculty and expertise in many courses, which allows you to learn from industry superstars right in college. I did not avail myself of any scholarships, but I know there was a university portal that allowed you to avail yourself of scholarships, and many of my friends were able to avail themselves of it. Nothing too big; it was somewhere between $5k and $15k. Very satisfied w my country and university. The course was maybe a little too liberal arts focused, and I would have liked a more CS-targeted major.
Likes (Internships): 1. There is a lot of guidance available from the student body. It's a university with a huge number of students and alums, which gives a great chance to intimately learn how to prep and apply and also referrals from alums when looking for internships. 2. Yes - all internships are relevant to CS. To be fair, that's the only way it's allowed on an F1 visa in the USA. The internship was a great way to learn industry practices.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I think the chance of permanently setting in the USA has less to do with college and more to do with just getting a company that promptly applies for your visa and ultimately PERM processing. I think my chances with a company that promptly applied for it are still about 60%. I don't think I personally want to permanently immigrate to the USA.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2100
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 67000
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026Read more
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MS in Data Science - Batch of 2025
4.6
Vibrant and engaging student life.
Tips: There is definitely a cultural shift that you'll experience especially if you are like me and have only lived in India your entire life. It takes some time getting used to but it's not all that difficult. Scholarships are usually awarded by the university itself during admission. I am satisfied with the university and the course.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty at UW Madison are very friendly and approachable. They have office hours during which they entertain any questions wrt projects or the subject itself. Faculty in my department especially ensure that we answer live quizzes during class hours ourselves. Nationality wise, UW Madison has 22% of its total faculty consisting of various racial/ethnic groups.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Companies in Madison known for hiring large numbers are Epic Systems, Fetch and other tech, engineering and healthcare firms. These major players used to sponsor visas but that trend has reduced over the last few years. Packages range from 70,000 to 1,50,00 for software or IT roles.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1050
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90000
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025Read more
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Computer Science B.S - Batch of 2026
3.1
A positive start to my Computer Science journey at UW-Madison.
Tips: The transition for me was quite smooth and did not face any problems moving into dorms setting up bank accounts or getting a SIM card. I didn't apply for any scholarship. I'm pretty happy with how UW-Madison has been raising up the ranks in Computer Science in the US. I like this course and is a great experience to pursue it at UW-Madison.
Likes (Safety): There's a programme Safewalker that UW-Madison offers its students. This service offers an important safety resource where you could call them and they accompany you on foot from your location to your destination. This service is only available at night from about 7-8 pm to 1-2 am.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The post-study job opportunities at the University of Wisconsin-Madison may not stand out significantly from other leading universities in the US, but the computer science programme still offers a solid pathway for students to secure employment after graduation.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3000
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85000
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2024Read more
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M.S. in Electrical & Computer Engineering (Research) - Batch of 2025
4.2
Great university with unique events and great staff.
Tips: There was a cultural shift for sure. It is handy to know seniors or friends who are already here to help settle in. I did not avail of any scholarships. The faculty is very approachable and always ready to discuss any topic with you and clear your doubts. What I found unique was the use of research papers that involve state-of-the-art technologies rather than traditional old textbooks. The faculty is very diverse, as are the students. I am extremely satisfied with my college as it is in the top five in the country for my course of ECE.
Dislikes (Part time work): Part-time jobs are available on campus, but most require prior experience. I applied for jobs like cashier or cafe team member and got rejected. If you are willing to be a culinary assistant or dishwasher, it can be easier to get a job. Part-time work is according to your class schedule, and the pay varies from 15 to 20 dollars an hour.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 900
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80000
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2024Read more
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Rishabh Jain Verified Icon
Computer Science B.S - Batch of 2025
3.9
College is about what you take out of it.
Tips: I've become more independent and mature since coming to this university. I didn't get any scholarships, and there are very few available for international students. The weather is harsh, especially in the winter months, which can be depressing. I'm satisfied with the course, but it hasn't been extraordinary.
Likes (Part time work): I was able to find a part-time job at the University of Wisconsin-Madison before I even got there. The university has a job portal that lists all the available on-campus jobs. The portal is well-maintained and regularly updated with new job postings. The pay is quite good.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The campus job fair and advisors are not very useful in finding jobs and internships. There are hundreds of companies at the job fair, but very few actually hire from the fair. The fairs are only good as an introduction to potential employers.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1350
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 83950
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Materials Science and Engineering, M.S. - Batch of 2023
4.5
The most student friendly campus
Tips: Try to understand how to manage your finances after coming here. Try to use available benefits from offers and other things to save some money. Also, make as many friends as you can after coming here because they are going to be your family away from home. That's all I can think of.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Great helpful faculty in terms of guiding about academics, future goals, placements, research etc. They have office hours where you can personally talk to them about the problems you are facing and they will try their best to solve them or at least guide you in that direction.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I prefer to cook myself. There are good restaurants around but very few Indian restaurants. And the Indian restaurants aren't exactly catering to 'actual Indian' needs of cuisines. Americanised version a little. Otherwise, the options of different cuisines are ample.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3275
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 25400
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2024Read more
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Segregated feesUSD 1,659.98
Program feesUSD 400
Books & suppliesUSD 700
Room and boardUSD 16,414
Misc. USD 6,500
ComputerUSD 1,500
TravelUSD 3,500

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