Education

Wisconsin's capital city is a progressive, energetic destination with a wonderfully diverse populous.  Scholars from around the world and from neighboring towns come to Madison to continue their higher education goals.

University of Wisconsin Madison

This world-class research university with 42,000 undergrads is considered one of Madison's greatest gems.  Make your first stop the welcome center where you will find maps, parking, and tour information.

Check out research at its finest at the Biotechnology Center, or the cutting edge health research facilities the Waisman Center and the UW Hospitals.

If you're interested in the arts be sure to experience a captivating performance of the Music department or the invigorating works displayed at the Chazen Museum of Art.

Whatever the season, sports are always top of mind at UW-Madison, part of the Big Ten Conference and the WCHA, the UW varsity athletics programs continually produces champion-level  Men's and Women's sports.  Football, Basketball and Hockey season paints a sea of red as Badger fans support their teams.  Be sure to check out the UW Badger Football game day guide for insider tips and tricks.

And of course take time to stroll the Allen Centennial Gardens, stop by for ice cream at the
Babcock Dairy Store, and relax at the Wisconsin Memorial Union famous for its gorgeous views of Lake Mendota, live music
and vivacious ambiance.

Madison College

Madison College offers hands-on training for more than 140 careers through their associate degree and professional certificate programs.  Madison College is a nationally recognized community college educating 50,000 students annually.  Stop by any of their six Madison-area campus locations or stop in at their welcome center to get a student or self guided tour media player.

Madison College's Mitby Theater produces two student run theatrical productions each year and sponsors several choral and instrumental community groups.  There is always an interesting performance to dazzle visitors!

Participate in a hands-on leisure lecture by their most distinguished faculty members on a variety of topics and get an idea of the class settings and gain interesting insight into pertinent topics.  

Edgewood

A Catholic college in the Dominican tradition, Edgewood College located off the shores of Lake Wingra is Madison's
only independent liberal arts college.  With a student body of 1,800 Edgewood College offers a smaller campus feel
with a lively atmosphere.  

A ‘Green Tier Campus,' Edgewood's buildings are certified in exceeding regulations to reduce overall impact on the environment.  Their newest addition, Dominican Hall was LEED® Silver certified designating it as one of the world's greenest most energy efficient buildings.

Take advantage of their thriving artistic atmosphere and check out the DeRicci Gallery, choral and band concerts of the Music Department, and the unique theatrical productions taking place at the Regina Theater.