University of Wisconsin-Madison

What is the cost of studying for a year at University of Wisconsin-Madison?

For 2024-25, reported full-time undergraduate tuition was $10,006 for Wisconsin residents and $40,506 for nonresidents, before required fees of $1,597. That puts tuition and required fees at approximately $11,603 in-state or $44,190 out-of-state for the reporting year; current charges should be checked against the university's published schedule.

Reported typical room and board charges were $14,520 for the academic year, and estimated books and supplies were $700. Adding those amounts to the 2024-25 tuition-and-fee figures gives approximately $26,823 for a resident or $57,323 for a nonresident. These are not complete cost-of-attendance estimates: transportation, personal expenses, and other applicable costs would add to them. Housing choices and program-specific charges can also change an individual budget.

The published price is not necessarily what a student pays after aid. Reported average net price for aided students from families with annual income up to $48,000 was $4,101, while the figure for the $48,001-$75,000 band was $8,134. These historical averages describe defined student groups, not an offer to a new applicant. To assess affordability, students should complete the FAFSA and review eligibility for federal grants and loans, Wisconsin aid, and UW-Madison need-based or other scholarships. Aid rules, residency classification, and living arrangements can substantially affect the final amount.

What are the work-study opportunities at University of Wisconsin-Madison?

UW-Madison students can seek part-time campus jobs, while eligible students may receive Federal Work-Study as part of their financial-aid offer. Work-Study is an eligibility-based employment program, not money automatically credited against the tuition bill.

Students generally find openings through the university's student-jobs resources and apply to employers for individual positions. A student without a Work-Study award may still be eligible for jobs that do not require it. Work-Study earnings depend on securing a position and working hours within the award's limits; approved community-based positions may also be available. Academic departments, libraries, dining operations, and research units can offer other student employment, with duties and scheduling varying by job.

Career-related work can also take the form of an internship, which has different hiring, pay, and academic-credit rules. Students comparing opportunities should check the actual wage, expected hours, location, and whether the position qualifies for their particular aid award.