Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
43.35%
SAT Average
1,402
ACT Range
28-32
University of Wisconsin-Madison Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 43.35%. This means approximately 434 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 35,665 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
43.35%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,205 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $40,603 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $27,770 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,928 | State avg: $17,077. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 15.32% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 21.70% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Wisconsin-Madison Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$40,603
Room and board
$13,500
Books and supplies
$1,100
Other expenses
$3,100
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$27,770
Average net price
$16,928
Average aid coverage
39%
$10,842 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Wisconsin-Madison pays approximately $16,928 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Wisconsin average of $17,077 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Wisconsin-Madison?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Wisconsin and national averages.
University of Wisconsin-Madison net price
$16,928
Wisconsin average
$17,077
National average
$17,506
University of Wisconsin-Madison Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $40,603 and average net price at $16,928. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$40,603
Current net price
$16,928
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
89.33%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$73,792
Undergraduates
35,665
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Wisconsin-Madison vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Wisconsin-Madison?
Undergraduates
35,665
Completion rate
89.33%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
15.32%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
21.70%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 15.32% of University of Wisconsin-Madison students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 21.70% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Wisconsin-Madison's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Wisconsin-Madison lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Wisconsin-Madison is listed at 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI 53706-1380. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Wisconsin-Madison with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 43.35% | $40,603 | $16,928 | $73,792 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | 60.39% | $48,421 | $24,021 | $89,070 |
| Marquette University | 87.44% | $48,700 | $29,237 | $78,257 |
| Bellin College | 100.00% | $28,211 | $27,313 | $76,222 |
| University of Wisconsin-Platteville | 87.26% | $17,274 | $14,754 | $61,760 |
Similar Schools in Madison
This local cluster focuses on nearby Madison schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Madison.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Wisconsin-Madison's acceptance rate?
University of Wisconsin-Madison's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 43.35%.
How much is University of Wisconsin-Madison tuition?
University of Wisconsin-Madison's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $40,603.
What is University of Wisconsin-Madison's average net price?
University of Wisconsin-Madison's average net price in the local dataset is $16,928.
What is University of Wisconsin-Madison's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $73,792 for University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Is University of Wisconsin-Madison accredited?
University of Wisconsin-Madison's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Wisconsin-Madison?
The local dataset lists 35,665 undergraduate students at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
What percentage of University of Wisconsin-Madison students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Wisconsin-Madison in the local dataset is 15.32%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
The federal loan rate for University of Wisconsin-Madison in the local dataset is 21.70%.
Where should I verify University of Wisconsin-Madison data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Wisconsin-Madison or the latest official federal education data.