The University of Wisconsin-Madison is one of the largest and most respected universities in the United States, with more than 40,000 students in residence and some 340,000 alumni living around the world. As the flagship campus of Wisconsin's public university system, UW-Madison has deep connections with its home state, but also a proud tradition of thinking and acting globally. Few institutions anywhere are more widely recognized as leaders in research, teaching, and public service.
Often cited as one of the most picturesque university settings in the country, the campus is strikingly cosmopolitan. Students attend from every state in the nation and more than 100 countries. The university extends welcome to people of all backgrounds and cultures, offering them a place to explore and express their creativity.
Growing with the times to meet changing needs in education and research has kept the university great. With an eye to the future, the university continues to change, guaranteeing a community and environment where true learning can take place.
This Undergraduate Catalog contains information about the many academic programs that make UW-Madison one of the world's foremost institutions of higher education.
The information in the front section of the catalog applies to all undergraduate students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison regardless of their classification (school/college affiliation). Information in the individual school/college sections applies specifically to students who intend to graduate from one of those schools or colleges. It is very important for students to be familiar with all of the information that applies to them. Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisors at least once each semester to be certain they are completing requirements that apply to their degree and major programs.
The catalog is intended to complement other university information including specific materials supplied by schools, colleges, departments, and programs.
The Office of Admissions works to recruit, admit, and enroll academically qualified and diverse students. For more information about admission expectations, academic preparation, the application process, and important dates and deadlines, contact the Office of Admissions at 716 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53706-1481; onwisconsin@admissions.wisc.edu; 608/262-3961; or www.admissions.wisc.edu. To schedule a campus visit, go to www.visitbucky.wisc.edu or call 608/262-3318.
UW-Madison summer timetables, brochures, and program information are available from the Division of Continuing Studies, 1305 Linden Drive, Madison, WI 53706-1523; 608/262-2115; www.dcs.wisc.edu.
All entering students, to protect their interests, should become well acquainted with the regulations regarding student academic and nonacademic misconduct. Faculty, regent, and state regulations governing UW-Madison include the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. It is distributed during Wisconsin Welcome and may be obtained at the registrar's office, 21 North Park Street, Suite 7223.