UW–Madison Summer Term

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Welcome to the University of Wisconsin–Madison Summer Term

The Summer 2021 Course Preview is now available!

Check out the 500+ courses that departments are planning on offering this summer.

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Popular Sessions

Early 4 week session: May 17-June 11

8 Week session: June 14-Aug. 6

4 week session: June 14-July 9

4 week session: July 12-Aug 6

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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.

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Other College Students

Learn from prestigious faculty on-campus or online.

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International Students

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

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Precollege Students

High school students can participate in non-credit or credit college immersion experiences at UW–Madison over summer break.

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Learn more about exciting summer opportunities and how taking courses over the summer can be the right fit for you!

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