University of Wisconsin–Madison

UW–Madison Summer Term

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FAQ: When will the Summer 2019 course guide be available?

Answer: The course guide preview, a list of popular summer courses being offered in Summer 2019, is available now. The full course guide will be released January 4th, 2019.

Welcome to the University of Wisconsin–Madison Summer Term!

Find out more about how UW–Madison Summer Term can help you advance your degree and future career.

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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.

I’M A UW–MADISON STUDENT 

Visiting student wearing UW Badgers shirt works on course work at the Memorial Union

Other College Students

Learn from prestigious faculty on-campus or online.

I’M FROM A DIFFERENT COLLEGE 

Group of international students work collaboratively on class project

International Students

Visit Madison, ranked as one of the best places to live in America.

I’M AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT 

Precollege science students in class.

Precollege Students

High school students can earn college credit at UW–Madison over summer break.

I’M A PRECOLLEGE
STUDENT

TOP REASONS TO ATTEND SUMMER TERM

1

The summer classroom: an archaeological dig, Bascom Hill or your living room. No matter what format, you get an outstanding UW–Madison experience.

2

It’s actually less expensive to complete your degree in four years with two Summer Terms, rather than taking a fifth year. Scholarships are available to help with any unanticipated costs.

3

Lighten your load now and have more time for internships or other opportunities down the line.

4

Push yourself in a challenging class or get a jump on one of our most in-demand courses.

5

We’ve got you covered: No apartment? No job? No problem! Housing and employment are available on campus in the summer.