University of Wisconsin - Madison Reviews

  • 232 Reviews
  • Madison (WI)
  • Annual Tuition: $39,427
96% of 232 students said this degree improved their career prospects
94% of 232 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Erin Wolff
  • Reviewed: 2/28/2017
  • Degree: Psychology
"While there is limited racial/ethnic diversity due to its location in the Midwest, there are great chances to experience gender, socioeconomic, sexual orientation, religious group, and culturally-related diversities in this city and the university does an excellent job of preparing students to confront these differences and learn how to function in today's society by examining past ways of thinking and challenging these by forming their own set of ideals and values throughout their undergraduate experience. The social, political, and environmental climate are all unique to Madison, WI, and I wouldn't change my experiences at this university for anything."
Allison Barnhart
  • Reviewed: 2/3/2017
  • Degree: Special Education
"UW Madison not only has one of the greatest college atmospheres in the United States, but arguably one of the best Academic preparation programs as well. The faculty at Madison went above and beyond to develop connections with students and ensure that each student was well-prepared for any career they wanted to pursue. It truly was an honor to be a part of such an amazing school."
BW
  • Reviewed: 1/31/2017
  • Degree: Education
"I enjoyed my time at UW-Madison. I was in a smaller program so it was easy to get to know professors and other students. Madison is a beautiful city and the university offers a lot of benefits and opportunities."
Big Timmy T
  • Reviewed: 1/24/2017
  • Degree: Computer Science
"This college was dope. Lots of girls, lots of beer, lots of international students. The only thing more respectable than this school's ability to have fun is this school's academics and return on degree investment."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 1/3/2017
  • Degree: Law
"UW is a great place to study. The professors were great and genuinely interested in helping their students."
CAD
  • Reviewed: 1/3/2017
  • Degree: Accounting
"UW-Madison is a fantastic school. It is one of the leading universities in the world and I received an excellent education. The campus life is also hard to beat."
Brad Shaw
  • Reviewed: 12/31/2016
  • Degree: Pharmacy
"When I was looking at what to do after my undergraduate studies, it was my brother that suggested pharmacy. I had no prior experience in the pharmacy field, and didn't really have any expectations when I applied to the UW Madison School of Pharmacy. I thoroughly enjoyed the physical sciences, so I thought pharmacy would be a great career choice. I was accepted into the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program in 2004. It quickly became apparent that there was a lot more to pharmacy than just the physical sciences though. The curriculum immediately introduced me to the social science aspect of pharmacy by impressing on me the importance of empathy. Courses and labs put me in situations where I was taught how to properly listen to patients and address their concerns in a caring and professional manner. I was expected to use open ended questions to probe into the patients healthcare needs. There was an aspect of psychology that I did not expect when I started my pharmacy school career. Due to this, I was taken aback and thought, Is this really what I want to do? I had befriended many upper classman and consulted them for advice. Nearly all of them said it gets better the second year. Not knowing exactly what that meant, I continued my studies, hoping for the best. What that ended up meaning, is that much of what I was learning would be applied more directly to patient care scenarios in a course called Pharmacotherapy. In this course, I was trained to be a clinician, assessing intricate patient scenarios, making diagnoses, and recommending therapeutic treatments. The curriculums intensity shot up with the introduction of this course as it added to the already rigorous physical science courses such as Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology, which taught how medications were chemically structured and worked within the body, respectively. Even though the curriculum became more intense, there was a light at the end of the tunnel. I started to see how everything came together. Continuing into the third year, the Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacology courses continued, but more social science courses were introduced which addressed things such as interpretation of pharmacy law & regulation or professional decision making in pharmacy practice. Other aspects such as ethics, medication safety, and quality assurance/improvement were added to the curriculum as well. Finally, during the fourth year, I went out on rotations at actual healthcare sites in the community. This is where I was expected to apply what I had learned the past three years and get up close experiences in a variety of environments, such as ambulatory care, acute care, and community practice. In summary, along with the physical science courses, the UW Madison School of Pharmacy strongly stresses the importance of clinical knowledge and the ability to apply that knowledge in patient care situations. Social science aspects such as professional decision making, ethical care, and addressing social-economic factors within healthcare are also strongly stressed. The field of pharmacy is vast and extends far beyond just medication dispensing in a community setting. Although the curriculum stresses clinical knowledge, it prepared me for any number of career paths and was well worth my time."
BethAnn Nowak
  • Reviewed: 12/26/2016
  • Degree: Nursing
"I am a current DE-MN student in the College of Nursing. The first 15 months of our program has been the equivalent of the accelerated BSN program. It is rigorous and competitive but I find the knowledge and experience of the staff guides you well to achieving your goals."
Letty O
  • Reviewed: 9/26/2016
  • Degree: Sociology
"The Sociology degree at UW Madison is a great program for people who want to learn about the study and interactions of people. There are a lot of great professors teaching courses in this major and many different specific courses. I had classes from the study of social factors of sport, to alcohol, to professions, etc. I feel it really helped me prepare to be a D1 College coach in the sense that I am now more understanding of people and the effects on their life from their surrounding environment. I am a better communicator as I now understand that everyone is different and therefore must be approached and taught in different manners and may need more patience with some people than others. Overall, I feel getting a BA in Sociology is highly recommended for those who want to work with people."
Holly Harrington
  • Reviewed: 9/24/2016
  • Degree: Educational Leadership
"The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a wonderful University with a great environment for both students and faculty. The classes in my program were small, the professors were able to get to know each student and make it personal. Beyond the classroom, the University has a variety of programs and support for students with the aim of supporting the students throughout their collegiate career."
Jay Lave
  • Reviewed: 8/17/2016
  • Degree: Mathematics
"Madison is a wonderful city, and UW Madison is an excellent school. There are many opportunities for involvement in academics, extracurricular, or community pursuits. On a side note, I would advise choosing a major that is practical. I majored in Mathematics but am going back for a master's in Accounting to increase my earning potential and job security."
Kathlene Lemke
  • Reviewed: 8/10/2016
  • Degree: Elementary Education
"The University of Wisconsin Madison is a public institution led by nationally renowned researchers and professors. The curriculum is progressive and research based. In addition the education school has a close relationship with the public school system, allowing practical opportunities for students in classrooms. Also, there are opportunities to study abroad; for instance, I did half of my student teaching in Uganda. There are study abroad options all over the world for all majors and interests. The campus is lively and lovely, and new experiences are plentiful."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 7/22/2016
  • Degree: Psychology
"I loved it. I enjoy the people that I've met and my overall experience. The school that I went to scholarship. I received a job right out of college and would not be where I am without a college degree."
BuckyBadger16
  • Reviewed: 7/22/2016
  • Degree: Finance
"Madison was were I grew into the person I am today. I dated my future wife, I met some of my closest friends, and studied for my future career. From football Saturdays to Sunday night cram sessions, I loved it all. Few things make me prouder than saying I'm a Badger for life."
Jaclyn Roeber
  • Reviewed: 7/18/2016
  • Degree: Elementary Education
"I attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 1992-1997. This university offers numerous degree programs and courses taught by qualified, engaging professors. The campus is in a beautiful location, and the students come from all over the world to enjoy its diversity. There are many opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities. UW-Madison is recognized as a wonderful place to earn a degree, and for me it has been very valuable in providing a foundation for my career and my future educational experiences."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/31/2016
  • Degree: Social Work
"Amazing school spirit around sporting events and great academics. There are a large number of professors who are not only top in their respective fields, but also genuinely care about their students and are skilled in teaching. However, depending on the field of study, there are also too many professors who are simply there for their own research purposes. Additionally, it is not the most accommodating/supportive of students with learning and psychological disabilities."
Rebekah Tripp
  • Reviewed: 2/3/2016
  • Degree: Social Work
"The pros of UW-Madison's part-time Master in Social Work program is that is has two sites: one in Madison and one in Eau Claire. This way it reaches a larger base of students and making it more convenient to attend. It holds classes on Saturday which allows the student to continue working throughout the week. The cons are that although the program is part-time, it often feels like a full-time program with the workload. It also has limited opportunities for financial assistance other than loans."
Mengjiao Song
  • Reviewed: 11/23/2015
  • Degree: Psychology
"The program is specified with four areas, and each area has diverse research directions. The professors and faculties are really nice and helpful. Maybe more internships should have during the class."
Sarah Lessem
  • Reviewed: 11/20/2015
  • Degree: Public Health
"I was in population Health. It was a good training program with lots of support"
Alexa Statz
  • Reviewed: 11/20/2015
  • Degree: Public Health
"I really appreciate the focus on practice-orientated learning that this graduate program takes. I feel that it provides professional preparation in a wide array of course subjects which allows for diversification among its students."