Visits and Events
We’re glad you’re ready to learn more about the University of Wisconsin and look forward to meeting you—either here on campus or at one of the admission events we host or participate in across the country.
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Campus Visits
Campus Tour
The best way to find out if Wisconsin is right for you is to spend some time with us in Madison, exploring our campus and meeting the people who study, work, and live here.
Information Session and Campus Tour
Every Monday through Friday, beginning at 12:30 p.m., you can join one of our admission counselors for a group information session followed by a student-guided campus walking tour. On some weekdays, we offer an additional information session and tour starting at 10:15 a.m. While you’re on campus, you can also choose to sit in on a class, tour one of our recreational facilities, attend an academic presentation in your area of interest, and eat in our residence hall dining rooms. Our weekend visit program features a student-led campus walking tour beginning at noon.
Make a Reservation
The easiest way to make a reservation is with our online campus visit reservation site. Please let us know you’re coming at least two weeks in advance as some programs do fill. If you have specific questions about visiting campus or would like to make your reservation over the phone, feel free to call 608-262-3318 or send an e-mail to visitbucky@admissions.wisc.edu.
When to Visit
The best time to visit is weekdays when classes are in session. Keep in mind our academic calendar when planning your visit:
Fall 2009
Classes begin: September 2
Thanksgiving recess: November 26–29
Classes end: December 15
Exams: December 17–23
Winter recess: December 24–January 19
Spring 2010
Classes begin: January 19
Spring recess: March 27–April 4
Classes end: May 7
Exams: May 9–15
Getting to UW–Madison
Madison can be reached by car, bus, or plane. Dane County Regional Airport, located just 10 minutes from campus, offers more than 100 daily flights, including direct flights from 15 major cities.
For complete driving information and parking instructions, as well as information on local accommodations and things to do and see in Madison, visit our online campus visit reservation site.
Transfer Student Visits
Students interested in transferring to UW–Madison are welcome to participate in our daily group information session and campus tour. However, to better address the specific questions transfer students have, we also conduct a specialized transfer student visit program. Taking place on the first Friday of select months, the program includes our transfer admission information session, an academic information session, and a campus tour.
View our schedule of upcoming dates and times, and to make a reservation, go to our online campus visit reservation site.
Group Visits and Tours
Visitor & Information Programs will be happy to work with you to schedule custom group visits and special-interest tours. This includes grade school and high school groups, community organizations, and beyond. For more information, complete the online group campus visit information form.