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University of Wisconsin-Madison: Fees, Rankings, Courses, Reviews

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#24 in USA

  • Institute Icon936 acre campus
  • Estd. 1848
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UW Madison
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The applications for Spring Regular Decision and Fall Early Action are now closed. 

About UW Madison

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History
Year of establishment
1848
Also known as
UW
University website
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Student website
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Total foreign students
4000
Campus size
936 acres
No. of campus
1
Endowment value
USD 2 billion
Scholarships granted
16758
Scholarship amount granted
USD 213 million
Application fees
USD 70
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Total faculty
5022
Faculty/Student ratio
18
UG/PG course ratio
1.25
Total criminal offences
866
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On Highlights
Q:   What GPA do you need to get into Madison?
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The University doesn’t have a fixed required GPA from applicants for UG, However the graduate students need to have a minimum score of 3.0 on a scale of 4 with 60 semester hours of work involved in their portfolio (2 years of work experience). The University will strictly check the grading process, and applicants must demonstrate their best to the university to increase their chances of getting in.

Q:   How much is UW Madison tuition a year?
A: 

The first-year tuition fees for international students at University of Wisconsin Madison are given as follows:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MIM (72 courses)
INR 14 L - INR 41 L
MBA/PGDM (18 courses)
INR 16 L - INR 44 L
BE/BTech (15 courses)
INR 34 L - INR 36 L
MA (40 courses)
INR 13 L - INR 21 L
MIM (16 courses)
INR 16 L - INR 44 L
BA (37 courses)
INR 34 L
PG Certificate (20 courses)
INR 1 L - INR 27 L
Q:   What is the application fee for Wisconsin Madison?
A: 

The University of Wisconsin Madison has an application fee of USD 60 for UG and USD 75 with an additional USD 6 for international students. The amount is non-refundable irrespective of the outcome. However, the university helps students by providing waivers for international students. These waivers are for students who can afford or are in financial hardships. 

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UW Madison Ranking 2026

#69

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#24

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Q:   Is the University of Wisconsin (Madison) better than the University of Michigan?
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According to the QS World Rankings 2024, University of Wisconsin Madison has a ranking of #102 and University of Michigan has a ranking of #33. Some of the other world rankings of both universities are given as follows:

Year University of Wisconsin MadisonUniversity of Michigan
20205621
20216521
20227523
20238325
202410233
Q:   What are the Business course rankings at University of Wisconsin Madison?
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Some of the Business and Management course rankings at University of Wisconsin Madison are given as follows:

Year QS- Global MBAUS News and World report- UG Business
20199218
20207715
202110016
2022101-11019
2023101-11019

UW Madison Admissions 2026

  • Application fees :USD 75
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   What is the application fee for international students?
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The application fee for international students is as follows:

Undergraduate Programs

USD 70

Postgraduate Programs

USD 75

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UW Madison Scholarships

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Q:   Does UW Madison give merit scholarships?
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The University of Wisconsin Madison offers various scholarships to all full time degree international students. For UG and PG the below following scholarships are available:

  • Arndt family Scholarship – It is a campus-wide scholarship for visually impaired students. 

  • Kemper K. Knapp Undergraduate Scholarships – It is provided to undergraduate students, and the scholarship amount is up to USD 7,500. 

  • National Merit Scholarship Award – The university offers this scholarship award to merit-based students amounting to USD 3.000 or above. 

  • Ruth Bleier Scholarship in Natural Sciences – This scholarship was introduced to encourage undergraduate women at the university, and it amounts to USD 1,000. 

  • Ginsberg Family Excellence Award – The scholarship of USD 1,000 offers to award students in outstanding leadership. 

UW Madison Popular Courses

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 43% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Fun loving
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Internships3.6
Part time work4
Post study jobs3.6
Quality of faculty4.2
Student Life4
Value for money4
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.8
Indian Food3.4
Permanent Immigration3.6
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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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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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Master of Science in Industrial Engineering - Batch of 2025
4.1
Indian population is less. Good network.
Tips: A lot of loneliness here, be mentally prepared. I saw a major cultural shift. Overall very much satisfied with my university, course and country. It is very different from India, you will definitely miss everything about India but everything has its pros & cons.
Likes (Internships): The college has a good reputation, you will find an alumni in almost every other company. Alumni connect is not that great here but you can always make connections on LinkedIn from people from your college. There are a few career fairs but they do not really sponsor. But it is a good opportunity to network.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Lack of Indians on campus due to which lack of Indian spices, food and stores. You will have to rely on Walmart or target or some other grocery place. A few Indian restaurants would be Amber, Maharani but the food is not very cheap. I cook myself.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes7 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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MS Computer Sciences (Professional) - Batch of 2027
4.2
The university is fun, friendly and has a lot of activities on campus.
Tips: I have transitioned well to this university and city. I did not expect a huge cultural shift. There is an excellent recreational activities and amazing infrastructure. The thing I enjoy the most about my college is the campus. I go to different restaurants, walk near the lake to classes, and use the infrastructure for recreational activities. My course is great and relevant, and I recommend it to any aspiring student. I am very satisfied with the university.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I am Indian and I like Indian food. However, the Indian food at the university is not good. The food is bland and lacks flavour. Also, the portions are small. Anywhere you can get good Indian food is really expensive, especially for students.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2300
Prepping time for classes42 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 95000
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Computer Science B.S - Batch of 2026
4.3
UW Madison is great with lots of facilities.
Tips: UW Madison is a good school for a CS degree and is a top 15 school. However, it's costly, so make sure your finances are in order. The job market for tech is bad right now, so getting internships and jobs is difficult for students from any school. However, the alumni network at UW Madison is excellent, and the faculty is very supportive.
Likes (Public transportation): The University of Wisconsin-Madison provides a free bus that goes around campus and connects to public transportation. There is no issue with transportation for students, and the nearest airport is a three-hour bus ride away.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There aren't a lot of Indian food options near the college, and the ones that are there are expensive. The campus is in a midwestern college town, but there aren't many great Indian restaurants in the area. There is a State Street with a variety of fast food and casual dining options, including Taco Bell, Cane's, pizza places, Asian food, and Mediterranean food.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 500
Prepping time for classes9 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85300
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UW Madison Placements

Top Recruiters

Intuit
Glaxo Smithkline
Procter Gamble
GE Healthcare
Google
Amazon.com
Starbucks
Cisco Systems
Credit Suisse
KimberleyClark
Johnson Johnson
Hewlett Packard
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Q:   How is the University of Wisconsin-Madison placement?
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Check below the University of Wisconsin-Madison MBA placement 2022 highlights:

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Stats

Offer accepted

90% within three months of graduation

Average starting salary

USD 118,983

Average signing bonus

USD 26,294

Average GMAT score

675

Average GPA

3.4/4.0

Top recruiters

Amazon, Cisco, Meta, Dell, etc.

Corporate partners

600+

Q:   Which are the top sectors where University of Wisconsin Madison alumni are placed?
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The alumni members at University of Wisconsin Madison have been placed in different industries after completing their graduation. Some of the popular alumni sectors at the university are given in the pie chart below:

Others denote Research, Community and Social Services, Sales, etc.

Q:   Which are the top organizations where UW Madison alumni have been placed?
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Some of the top organizations where alumni members of University of Wisconsin Madison have been placed are given as follows:

  • Google 
  • Microsoft 
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Intel Corporation
  • Meta
  • Oracle 
  • Salesforce 

UW Madison Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(90 courses)
INR 15 L - 46 LGet Fee Details
Duration7 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedPTE: 125 & Above, Duolingo: 120 - 125, TOEFL: 92 - 100, IELTS: 7 & Above, GRE
MBA/PGDM(18 courses)
INR 17 L - 46 LGet Fee Details
Duration7 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 125 & Above, TOEFL: 92 & Above, GRE, GMAT
M.A.(40 courses)
INR 14 L - 23 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 92 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 125 & Above, GRE
B.Sc.(33 courses)
INR 35 L - 37 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
PG Certificate(20 courses)
INR 1 L - 29 LGet Fee Details
Duration6 months-4 years
Exam AcceptedPTE, Duolingo, IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 92 - 106
B.E. / B.Tech(15 courses)
INR 36 L - 41 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 105 - 115
BBA(16 courses)
INR 36 L - 39 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
B.Ed(6 courses)
INR 35 L - 36 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
B.A.(37 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
Others UG(5 courses)
INR 35 L - 37 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
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Q:   Does the University of Wisconsin-Madison require GRE?
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No, the University of Wisconsin Madison graduate school doesn't require any GRE or GMAT standardised tests. However, it could be compulsory for certain courses depending on it’s admission requirements. Students are suggested to check the conditions thoroughly to avoid last-minute difficulties.

Q:   What are the costs of attendance for UG students at University of Wisconsin Madison?
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The costs of attendance for undergraduate students at University of Wisconsin Madison during the academic year 2024-25 are given as follows:

CategoryNon Resident
Tuition & FeesUSD 42,104
Required Course Material & Educational SuppliesUSD 1,100
Housing & MealsUSD 14,124
PersonalUSD 2,512
TransportationUSD 1,200
Loan FeesUSD 66
TotalUSD 61,106
Q:   What is the tuition fees at University of Wisconsin Madison?
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The first-year tuition fees for international students at University of Wisconsin Madison are given as follows:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MBA/PGDM (19 courses)
INR 19 L - INR 40 L
BBA (17 courses)
INR 33 L - INR 34 L
BE/BTech (15 courses)
INR 25 L - INR 34 L
MS (81 courses)
INR 10 L - INR 2 Cr
BSc (34 courses)
INR 33 L - INR 34 L
MA (40 courses)
INR 20 L - INR 21 L
MIM (17 courses)
INR 19 L - INR 40 L
PG Certificate (22 courses)
INR 3 L - INR 27 L
BA (37 courses)
INR 33 L
Others PG (8 courses)
INR 21 L







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Student profile

Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

80%

Asian

9%

Hispanic

7%

Black

2%

UG Student residence

Out of state

47%

In state

43%

Foreign

9%

UG Age distribution

24 and under

96%

25 and over

3%

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UG Number of Applicant

60214
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Overall Graduation Rate

89
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UG Enrollment

36306
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PG Enrollment

12650

UW Madison Notable Alumni

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Q:   Who are the notable alumni of University of Wisconsin Madison?
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University of Wisconsin Madison has more than 400,000 alumni members coming from 123 countres in the world. Some of the notable alumni members at the university are given as follows:

  • Richard Bruce Cheney- American politician and businessman
  • Russell Carrington Wilson- American football quarterback for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL)
  • Joan Mary Cusack- American Actress and Comedian 
  • Virgil Abloh- American fashion designer and entrepreneur
  • Carl Ransom Rogers-  American psychologist

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BBA
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INR 15.37 L - 46.34 L#36 US News, 2026
INR 17.3 L - 65.76 L#64 US News, 2026
INR 23.78 L - 57.45 L#114 QS, 2026
INR 17.27 L - 58.44 L#41 US News, 2026
INR 21.54 L - 41.52 L#59 US News, 2026
INR 9.5 L - 57.9 L#59 US News, 2026
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UW Madison Campus Life

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Q:   What resources does the UW Madison campus offer?
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UW Madison campus offers various resources. These are as follows:

  • Fraternity & Sorority Life consists of 60+ organisations with 5000+ members. This community is responsible for organising service-based events, educational, leadership and personal development programs.

  • Gender and Sexuality Campus Center

  • International Student Services offer support services to international students

  • Multicultural Student Center is responsible for organising co-curricular activities.

  • Wisconsin Experience focuses on intellectual and personal growth by organising field as well as inside classroom activities

UW Madison FAQs

Q:   Is the University of Wisconsin (Madison) better than the University of Michigan?
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According to the QS World Rankings 2024, University of Wisconsin Madison has a ranking of #102 and University of Michigan has a ranking of #33. Some of the other world rankings of both universities are given as follows:

Year University of Wisconsin MadisonUniversity of Michigan
20205621
20216521
20227523
20238325
202410233
Q:   Is the University of Wisconsin Madison good for international students?
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Yes, the university is surely a good option for international students mainly because of  an inclusive and welcoming institution as it provides a safe environment for international students regardless of their nationality, colour and background. The University of Wisconsin Madison has a good number of international students and is ranked among the top 20 in the United States with the largest number of international students. Overall it has students coming from 116 countries across the globe making it one of the best to consider for international students. 

Q:   What are some good apartments for a student in the University of Wisconsin, Madison?
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University of Wisconsin Madison has a range of residence halls for students on-campus and some of them are given as follows:

  • Adams residence hall
  • Jorns Residence Hall 
  • Sellery Residence Hall
  • Barnard Residence Hall
  • Kronshage Residence Hall
  • Slichter Residence Hall

These residence halls are distributed between two neighborhoods that are the Lakeshore Neighborhood and the Southeast Neighborhood. 

Q:   What are the ELP requirements at University of Wisconsin Madison?
A: 

The following English language test scores are accepted for graduate admissions at University of Wisconsin-Madison:

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University CityMadison, Wisconsin, USA
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Population of City2,55,214

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