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College Info
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Official website
www.wisc.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
university of wiscon
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a public research university located in Madison, Wisconsin. Founded in 1848, it is the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin System and one of the largest public universities in the United States. The university is known for its strong research programs, extensive academic offerings across undergraduate, graduate, and professional fields, and its land-grant mission. It is a member of the Association of American Universities and is recognized for its contributions to research and innovation. The campus sits along the shores of Lake Mendota and includes a mix of historic and modern facilities, serving a large and diverse student body.
Key Facts
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Live portal snapshot
Outlook #120 · 2023QS World #150 · 2023US News #180 · 2023Times Higher Education #200 · 2023NIRF #5 · 2022Shanghai #100 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, approximately 936 acres along Lake Mendota
The campus spans approximately 936 acres along Lake Mendota, offering an urban setting with a strong sporty and academic culture across a large, internationally diverse residential community.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
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Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$19,667 avg starting salary
0% placement rate
Career outcome data is currently limited, with an average starting salary reported around £19,667 and no specific placement rate or top fields available.
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Student Life
47,500 students (7,500 international)
Campus: Urban, approximately 936 acres along Lake Mendota
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
With a student body of approximately 47,500, the university supports a large and active community with notable campus life and nightlife options in the surrounding area.
Memorial LibraryKohl CenterWisconsin Institute for DiscoveryUniversity HousingUnion South
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 49%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
The acceptance rate is around 49%, with the best time to apply being December through March for Fall entry, though rolling deadlines vary by school.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 49%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.91, p25=3.91, p75=3.91 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school