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University of Wisconsin–Madison

Also known as: UW–Madison, UW, Badgers

Public school in Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America

Founded in 1848 alongside Wisconsin statehood, UW–Madison enrolls over 48,000 students across 13 schools and colleges offering 136 undergraduate majors, 148 master’s, and 120 doctoral programs. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, it is classified as an R1: Doctoral University – Very High Research Activity and is a member of the Association of American Universities. The 933-acre campus on the shores of Lake Mendota includes historic Bascom Hall, the Memorial Union, and research facilities such as the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Energy Institute. UW–Madison supports a diverse student body, a research portfolio exceeding $1 billion in annual expenditures, and over 800 student organizations.

public land-grant

flagship

Carnegie R1

test-optional

University of Wisconsin–Madison background

SAT Scores are optional

This university has a test-optional policy.

UW–Madison maintains a test-optional policy for first-year and transfer applicants: submission of SAT or ACT scores is voluntary and will not disadvantage applicants in the admission review; scores may be submitted for scholarship or placement purposes.

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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