Check out this summer’s Top 10 courses
July 23, 2026 in News Summer Term
From STEM to career readiness, check out the Top 10 summer courses taken by UW–Madison undergraduates in 2026. See what landed in the #1 spot!
Design the
summer
that’s right for you.
More than 1,000 courses, hundreds online
Lighten your load for fall or spring
Flexible sessions leave time to work, travel and savor your summer
Welcome
to the University of Wisconsin–Madison Summer Term
From the university’s most in-demand courses to advanced topics, Summer Term combines flexibility with academic rigor for students from all tracks.
Popular Sessions
Early 4 week session
May 17–June 13, 2027
8 week session
June 14–August 8, 2027
4 week session
June 14–July 11, 2027
4 week session
July 12–August 8, 2027
Resources for UW-Madison students
UW-Madison students
Every student has a unique path to their degree. Earning credits in the summer can help lighten your load in fall and spring.
Resources for other college students
Other college students
Learn from prestigious faculty on-campus or online.
Resources for international students
International students
Visit Madison, ranked as one of the best places to live in America.
Resources for precollege students
Precollege students
High school students can participate in non-credit or credit college immersion experiences at UW–Madison over summer break.
Short-term study abroad program shapes student’s career path in education
July 9, 2026 in Student stories Summer Term
A 3-week study abroad program in the Dominican Republic shaped a UW–Madison student’s plans to become a bilingual elementary school teacher.
Student volunteers make this summer camp magical
June 24, 2026 in News Summer Term
Maibritt Miller smiles and her eyes sparkle as she scrolls through pictures of her time at Camp Kesem. She shares a shot of her and…
Want to learn more about the summer experience at UW-Madison? Read our Summer Term blog posts.
