University of Wisconsin – Madison

Description

University of Wisconsin - Madison

University of Wisconsin – Madison

Features

In achievement and prestige, the University of Wisconsin–Madison has long been recognized as one of America's great universities. A public, land-grant institution, UW–Madison offers a complete spectrum of liberal arts studies, professional programs and student activities.

The primary purpose of the University of Wisconsin–Madison is to provide a learning environment in which faculty, staff and students can discover, examine critically, preserve and transmit the knowledge, wisdom and values that will help ensure the survival of this and future generations and improve the quality of life for all. The university seeks to help students to develop an understanding and appreciation for the complex cultural and physical worlds in which they live and to realize their highest potential of intellectual, physical and human development.

The Basics

SettingLocated in Madison, about a mile from the state capitol.
School TypeUSA University
TuitionUS$42,000 – $43,000
HousingApartment
School Website http://www.wisc.edu/
StateWisconsin
Nearest City
Year Founded1848
Admission RequirementHK F.6
Academic CalendarFall, Spring
Level OfferedUndergraduate, graduate and professional programs
EnrollmentApproximately 31,000 students
International Students6%
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
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Academic Programs:

Undergraduate Learning: Entrepreneurial learning, Honors programs, Leadership opportunities, Learning communities, Multicultural resources, Research opportunities, Service learning, Study abroad

http://www.wisc.edu/academics/

Campus:

The Camp Randall Memorial Sports Center, Kohl Center, Porter Boathouse, Fetzer Center, Field House, Goodman Diamond, McClain Facility, McClimon Track/Soccer Complex, Nielsen Tennis Stadium, Zimmer Championship Course etc.

http://www.uwbadgers.com/facilities/

Students Life:

Club Sports: http://recsports.wisc.edu/clubsports.html

Student Involvement: http://www.students.wisc.edu/success/

Other Information:

Source:

US News:

http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges/university-of-wisconsin-madison-3895

University of Wisconsin School website:

http://www.wisc.edu/

University of Wisconsin Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Wisconsin