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University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, Wisconsin 53706-1380

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

University of Wisconsin-Madison is a public institution in Madison with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1402, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 35.7K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

89% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $73,792 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,928.

Established
1848
Motto
Numen Lumen
Mascot
Bucky Badger
Type
Public land-grant research university
Conference
Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA)
Division
Division I
43%Acceptance
1402SAT Avg
35,665Students
18:1Student:Faculty
89%Grad Rate
$73,792Earnings 10yr
$16,928Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate43.4%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1402

Reading & WritingMid: 680
660730
MathMid: 730
700780

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 29
2832

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$11,205
Tuition (out-of-state)$40,603
Room & Board$13,500
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$27,770
Average Net Price$16,928
Median Debt at Graduation$20,484
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$4,458
$30–48K$5,268
$48–75K$9,613
$75–110K$21,123
$110K+$26,427

Programs (381)

Student Body

Undergrads
35,665
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
15%

Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Black 3%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 11%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 10%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate89.3%
Freshman Retention94.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$61,275
8 Years$69,868
10 Years$73,792

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$61,000
Men
$76,400

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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