University of Wisconsin, Madison
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Public institution - one third of students are from out of state
Urban campus in the state capital city
Located on an isthmus between two glacial lakes
8th national rank in research expenditures
1st in Peace Corps volunteers
125 undergraduate majors
70+ undergrad certificates
Mentality - kids are academically motivated - should be primary motivator to go there
Great sports and school spirit
Pre-vet is strong
Dance and music are big there as well - 1st in country to have dance as a major
Test optional through 2023
Living/Learning communities - related to things students are interested in - Arts, Business, Engineering, etc.
Limited merit aid
Coming in as pre-business or pre-engineering is a viable path - pre-business to business - 60%
Engineering - most via direct entry - much harder to transfer
Also offer combined programs with engineering, business, technology via certificate programs
Business for non-business majors certificate
Nursing - 2 + 2 program - very competitive