Investing in Your Future
Wisconsin’s combination of academic excellence and great value place us at the top of many "best buy" lists, include those in The Princeton Review, Barron's Best Buys in College Education, and The Fiske Guide to Colleges.
The actual cost of attendance varies from student to student, but we provide the following estimates to help you plan for your education. These figures are projected expenses for the 2009–10 academic year.
Estimated Cost of Attendance 2009–10
| Wisconsin Resident | Minnesota Resident | Nonresident | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $8,313 | $10,138 | $23,063 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,040 | $1,040 | $1,040 |
| Room and Board* | $8,040 | $8,040 | $8,040 |
| Travel and Personal | $2,890 | $2,890 | $2,890 |
| Estimated Total | $20,283 | $22,108 | $35,033 |
*Room cost is based on double occupancy in a University Residence Hall. Food (board)
cost is a combined estimate for standard residence hall food service and typical off-campus food purchases.
Residency for Tuition Purposes
Because UW-Madison is a state-funded public university, in-state students and out-of-state students pay different rates for tuition. Initial residency classification for tuition purposes is determined by the Office of the Registrar. In general, you must be a bona fide resident of Wisconsin for at least 12 months prior to enrollment to be eligible for in-state tuition. However, if you come to Wisconsin primarily for educational purposes, you do not qualify as a Wisconsin resident even after living in the state for a year or more. For complete information, visit the Residence Counselor's Office Web site.
