University of Wisconsin–Madison
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University of Wisconsin–Madison
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World’s best-selling author James Patterson will give this year’s Spring Commencement keynote
The master storyteller, who will deliver the charge to graduates on May 9, shares early advice ahead of the ceremony.
Read full story
Common Book Program
‘Custodians of Wonder’ is 2026–27 Go Big Read choice
Research
UW’s Center for Health Disparities Research aims to improve people’s health, wherever they live
College Rankings
UW–Madison again named a ‘new Ivy’ by Forbes
Career Preparation
UW–Madison students ‘step into the professional world with a purpose’
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Our research solves mysteries and transforms lives
UW–Madison is one of the 10 largest research institutions in the country, allocating more than
$1 billion
annually to groundbreaking exploration. Spanning the humanities to the hard sciences, our vast research enterprise has a singular mission: to better understand ourselves and the world around us.
Research at UW–Madison
Why protecting research matters
Research benefiting Wisconsin
More UW–Madison discoveries
Discovering stem cells
Origins of life in South Africa
Cosmic rays at the South Pole
Tomorrow’s Yellowstone
We’re a public university guided by public service
UW–Madison’s longest and proudest tradition is the Wisconsin Idea: the principle that our work should improve people’s lives beyond the boundaries of campus. This century-old guiding philosophy applies to our academics, research, and outreach.
Learn more about the Wisconsin Idea
UW–Madison volunteers paint a classroom mural designed by local artist Lilada Gee at the UW South Madison Partnership community center.
We value a diversity of identities, ideas, and experiences
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
Inclusive Excellence
Multicultural Student Center
We believe that one Badger can change the world
#12
Best public university
#1
Most Peace Corps volunteers
20
Nobel Prize winners
I knew that if I attended medical school at UW-Madison, I would be positioned to give back to rural communities in Wisconsin and help them live healthier lives.
Shane Hoffman
, a UW alumnus and first graduate of a UW School of Medicine and Public Health program aimed to address the rural physician shortage
Read Shane's story
Madison, WI: The ultimate college town
This is where big-city opportunities meet small-town conveniences. Where vibrant streetscapes lead to lakeside retreats. Where a Big Ten college and capital city blend together, creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. Welcome to Madison.
Tour campus virtually
Explore Madison in every season
Are you searching for something specific?
Skip to main content
Launch your future at
UW
Key next steps
Visit
campus
Apply
to UW
Explore
majors
Trending on campus
World’s best-selling author James Patterson will give this year’s Spring Commencement keynote
The master storyteller, who will deliver the charge to graduates on May 9, shares early advice ahead of the ceremony.
Read full story
Common Book Program
‘Custodians of Wonder’ is 2026–27 Go Big Read choice
Research
UW’s Center for Health Disparities Research aims to improve people’s health, wherever they live
College Rankings
UW–Madison again named a ‘new Ivy’ by Forbes
Career Preparation
UW–Madison students ‘step into the professional world with a purpose’
Read more news
View upcoming events
Our research solves mysteries and transforms lives
UW–Madison is one of the 10 largest research institutions in the country, allocating more than
$1 billion
annually to groundbreaking exploration. Spanning the humanities to the hard sciences, our vast research enterprise has a singular mission: to better understand ourselves and the world around us.
Research at UW–Madison
Why protecting research matters
Research benefiting Wisconsin
More UW–Madison discoveries
Discovering stem cells
Origins of life in South Africa
Cosmic rays at the South Pole
Tomorrow’s Yellowstone
We’re a public university guided by public service
UW–Madison’s longest and proudest tradition is the Wisconsin Idea: the principle that our work should improve people’s lives beyond the boundaries of campus. This century-old guiding philosophy applies to our academics, research, and outreach.
Learn more about the Wisconsin Idea
UW–Madison volunteers paint a classroom mural designed by local artist Lilada Gee at the UW South Madison Partnership community center.
We value a diversity of identities, ideas, and experiences
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
Inclusive Excellence
Multicultural Student Center
We believe that one Badger can change the world
#12
Best public university
#1
Most Peace Corps volunteers
20
Nobel Prize winners
I knew that if I attended medical school at UW-Madison, I would be positioned to give back to rural communities in Wisconsin and help them live healthier lives.
Shane Hoffman
, a UW alumnus and first graduate of a UW School of Medicine and Public Health program aimed to address the rural physician shortage
Read Shane's story
Madison, WI: The ultimate college town
This is where big-city opportunities meet small-town conveniences. Where vibrant streetscapes lead to lakeside retreats. Where a Big Ten college and capital city blend together, creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. Welcome to Madison.
Tour campus virtually
Explore Madison in every season
Are you searching for something specific?