Acceptance rate
45.2%
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
This public university in Madison, Wisconsin enrolls nearly 49,000 students and admits about 45% of applicants. It's a large research institution with strong programs in business, biology, and social sciences. The school has a 90% six-year graduation rate and 96% first-year retention rate. In-state tuition is approximately $28,000 annually, with graduates earning a median of $73,792 ten years after enrollment.
Enrollment
48,956
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
90%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
1380 – 1520
ACT (composite)
29 – 33
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$4,200
family income
$30–48k
$4,101
family income
$48–75k
$8,134
family income
$75–110k
$17,763
family income
$110k+
$27,292
family income
16% receive Pell grants
20% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Business & Marketing
16.2%
Biology
9.1%
Social Sciences
8.5%
Engineering
8.3%
Computer Science
6.8%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$73,792
Earnings (6 yr)
$61,275
Completion
90%
Retention
96%
Median debt
$20,484
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
University of Wisconsin-Madison has an acceptance rate of 45.2%, making it selective.
What SAT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-Madison?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1380 and 1520 on the SAT. The ACT range is 29–33.
How much does University of Wisconsin-Madison actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $4,200 per year, rising to $27,292 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into University of Wisconsin-Madison?
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