B+
Very Good
Score: 76/100

University of Wisconsin-Madison

4-Year Public
📍 Madison, Wisconsin 53706
🌐 www.wisc.edu/
Outcomes
A+
93/100
Affordability
C+
59/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
B+
76/100

Quick Stats

49,605
Total Enrollment
89%
Graduation Rate
95%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
43%
Acceptance Rate
$14,216
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Wisconsin-Madison ▼

4% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,736 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where University of Wisconsin-Madison Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Retailing and Retail Operations
of 7 schools
#7
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
of 99 schools
#13
Economics, General
of 100 schools
#14
Computer and Information Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#15
Data Science, General
of 64 schools
#17
Finance, General
of 100 schools
#18
Environmental Studies
of 100 schools
#23
Psychology, General
of 100 schools
#23
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#29
Neuroscience
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $9,644 $39,042
Room $7,433
Board $4,350
Total Cost (On-Campus) $28,905 $58,303

Financial Aid

60%
Receive Any Aid
17%
Receive Pell Grants
26%
Take Out Loans
$14,216
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,458
$30,001 - $48,000$5,268
$48,001 - $75,000$9,613
$75,001 - $110,000$21,123
$110,001+$26,427

Student Demographics

49,605
Total Students
53%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)
4%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 8%
Black 3%
Asian 9%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 15%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 95%
Off-Campus (Renters) 4%
With Family 2%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,736 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 76%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
University of Wisconsin-Madison has an acceptance rate of 43%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend University of Wisconsin-Madison?
Tuition at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $9,644 for in-state students and $39,042 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,216.
What is the graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
The graduation rate at University of Wisconsin-Madison is 89%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is University of Wisconsin-Madison a good school?
University of Wisconsin-Madison has a Repit College Score of 76/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Wisconsin-Madison?
University of Wisconsin-Madison has a total enrollment of 49,605 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Wisconsin-Madison?
Yes! Approximately 4% of students at University of Wisconsin-Madison live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,736 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Compare with other 4-Year public institutions of similar size.

C+
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B
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B
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B
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C+
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C+
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology