Applying with the Common App

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Transfer students can apply easily

You can apply to UW–Madison Online through the Common Application for transfer students.

UW–Madison Online maintains the same competitive and selective admissions standards as our residential programs.

At UW–Madison, our holistic application process is designed to help us find remarkable students—students who will add to the legacy of UW–Madison. We read each application thoroughly and we don’t use formulas or charts, and there is no required minimum grade point average (GPA).

Contact an enrollment coach to plan your path.

Apply now using the Common App

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Transfer student

I earned at least 12 college credits from another school and now want to finish my bachelor’s degree online at UW–Madison.

I’m a transfer student

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I attended UW–Madison as an undergrad, but didn’t finish my degree. I haven’t been enrolled in classes here in more than a semester.

I’m a returning Badger

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First-year student

I want to attend UW–Madison on campus, in person. I need to enroll for the first time and earn college credits.

I’m a first-year, on-campus student

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