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University of Wisconsin-Madison: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

University of Wisconsin-Madison admits about 45.2% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1380–1520 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 30–34 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 45.2%

SAT range 1380-1520

Net price $16,600

Graduation rate 89.8%

University of Wisconsin-Madison At a Glance

Location	Madison, Wisconsin
Type	Public
Undergraduate Enrollment	36,902
Acceptance Rate	45.2%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)	670-740
SAT Range (Math)	710-780
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)	1380-1520
Average SAT (Combined)	1427
ACT Range	29-33
Average Net Price	$16,600/yr
Tuition (In-State)	$12,166/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)	$44,191/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate	89.8%
Full-Time Retention Rate	96.2%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry	$80,330
Median Debt at Completion	$18,375

How University of Wisconsin-Madison Compares

University of Wisconsin-Madison is more selective than about 85% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 36,902 students, it is larger than about 92% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI — 76% acceptance University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI — 82% acceptance University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI — 86% acceptance University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI — 91% acceptance University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD — 45% acceptance Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX — 44% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is University of Wisconsin-Madison's acceptance rate?

University of Wisconsin-Madison's acceptance rate is about 45.2%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-Madison?

Admitted students at University of Wisconsin-Madison typically report a combined SAT score between 1380 and 1520 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does University of Wisconsin-Madison require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check University of Wisconsin-Madison's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of University of Wisconsin-Madison?

The average net price reported for University of Wisconsin-Madison is $16,600 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Is My SAT Score Enough for University of Wisconsin-Madison?

Rule: below 1380 is a Reach, 1380–1520 is In Range, above 1520 is Likely — compared to University of Wisconsin-Madison's reported 25th–75th percentile SAT range.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also University of Wisconsin-Madison's official site.