University of Wisconsin-Madison
Location: Madison, Wisconsin (pop. 254,977)
Size: large (more than 15,000 students)
Description: The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a top public research university and ranks among the best public universities in the United States. Founded in 1848, the beautiful campus sits on an isthmus between two lakes and spans 936 acres. Students can choose from over 130 majors and 70 undergraduate certificate programs in eight undergraduate schools and colleges. UW-Madison faculty and staff provide a world-class learning experience, and students have access to thousands of classes in nearly any subject. Wisconsin Badgers compete in 23 varsity sports in the NCAA Division I Big Ten Conference. Upon graduation, UW Badgers are part of a proud global network of over 440,000 living alumni.
Total student population: 45,000
Population (undergraduate): 35, 000
Average high school GPA of admitted students: When we consider your grades, we are looking both at the grades you earn and the level of difficulty of the courses you take (rigor) throughout your high school career. We look for you to be earning top grades—mostly As—in challenging courses, including honors, IB, and/or AP, when available. While we don’t specifically base a decision on your GPA or your class rank, we do consider your academic performance in the context of the available offerings at your school.
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Approximate cost: WI Resident Tuition $11,216 per year
Popular majors: Computer Science, Economics, Psychology, Finance, Biology
New & improved: New majors in Chicana/o & Latina/o Studies, Animal and Veterinary Biosciences, and a combined program in Elementary and Special education. Upcoming or recently, expanded/renovated/new facilities include two recreation centers, Chemistry building, and the School of Computer, Information and Data science building.
What makes us special: UW-Madison stands out as a global leader in higher education. We attract students from 112 different countries around the world and all 50 states in the US, and remain committed to WI residents. We rank among the top 10 research universities in the country and are named a "Best Value College". UW-Madison provides an opportunity to attend a top-ranking, Research 1, NCAA Division 1 campus at an affordable price in a stunning Madison location. We offer generous need-based financial aid that can cover the full cost of attendance for some students.
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