Investing in your degree
Earning your bachelor’s degree isn’t just an investment of time
It’s a financial investment. We’re committed not only to increasing access to a UW–Madison education but also to providing value and support to our students.
Tuition
Tuition
Being a Badger from anywhere is easy. Tuition is $500 per credit hour. For UW–Madison Online, the tuition rate is the same for all students regardless of whether you are a resident of Wisconsin. Segregated fees do not apply but there may be additional other fees.
The UW–Madison Bursar’s Office maintains tuition and fee rates for the university. See more information on tuition rates.
Fees
Fees
UW–Madison Online students have a different fee structure and do not have to pay segregated fees. Two fees that all students, including online students, have to pay are the official document fee and new student fees. These are one-time fees, and the cost of these will be considered in the cost of attendance for the first semester of your financial aid package.
Online students should also be aware of the late-initial-enrollment fee and excess credit policy (>165) fee in order to avoid circumstances in which these fees would be charged.
Payment methods
Payment methods
The Bursar’s Office at UW–Madison accepts a variety of payment methods: online, mail, financial aid and veteran’s benefits. Learn more about payment options.
Two that may be of particular interest to UW–Madison Online students:
BadgerPay is a convenient method for paying the student account balance through regularly scheduled installments.
Third party billing is when a bill for tuition and fees is sent to a company, agency or department for payment. For example, if a student is participating in their employer’s tuition reimbursement program, the company can be billed directly for the student’s tuition and fees.
Cost of attendance
Cost of attendance
Your investment in education goes beyond tuition and fees. The Office of Student Financial Aid creates and maintains detailed cost of attendance (COA) tables. Cost of attendance can be used to help guide your financial planning and calculate your financial aid.
- Are there any additional fees besides tuition?
- Are there any payment plan options?
- How do I apply for financial aid?
- How do I pay tuition?
- How does financial aid work if I am enrolled in an 8-week session?
- How much will my tuition be?
- What if I want to use military benefits?
- What scholarships can I apply for?
Financial aid
Veteran services
Financial aid
UW–Madison Online students are eligible to be considered for an array of federal, state and institutional financial aid by submitting the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Veteran services
University Veteran Services is here for you. Their mission is to support your pursuit of academic success, and they are advocates for you and all UW–Madison military-connected students on campus.
Frequently asked questions
Are there any additional fees besides tuition?
UW–Madison Online students have a different fee structure and do not have to pay segregated fees. Some additional fees to be aware of are: Online students…
Read MoreAre there any payment plan options?
Yes! BadgerPay allows you to pay your account balance in regularly scheduled payments. Note that BadgerPay is available for fall and spring sessions but not for the…
Read MoreDoes Bucky’s Tuition Promise apply to UW–Madison Online?
No. Bucky’s Tuition Promise is intended for undergraduate degree-seeking students enrolled on-campus whose household income falls under the eligibility threshold. It’s not designed for fully…
Read MoreHow do I apply for financial aid?
You are welcome to apply for financial aid by filling out a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered for federal, state and institutional…
Read MoreHow do I pay tuition?
The Bursar’s Office at UW–Madison accepts a variety of payment methods. Note that the Bursar’s Office does not accept cash payments. Learn more about payment options.
Read MoreHow does financial aid work if I am enrolled in an 8-week session?
You must be enrolled in 6 credits to be considered for financial aid, and you must complete 6 credits each session for continued eligibility and…
Read MoreHow does tuition & fees differ from net price?
Tuition & fees is the published cost of your program before any financial aid is applied. Net price is what you actually pay after scholarships,…
Read MoreHow long does it take to complete the FAFSA?
Filling out the FAFSA usually takes 30–60 minutes if you have all your financial information ready, like tax documents, income and asset details. It can…
Read MoreHow much will my tuition be?
Tuition is $500 per credit hour. Tuition is the same for all UW–Madison Online students, whether you live in or outside of Wisconsin.
Read MoreWhat if I want to use military benefits?
Connecting with the University Veteran Services team at UW–Madison is your best first step. University Veteran Services offers guidance on eligibility and how to apply, and can…
Read MoreWhat scholarships can I apply for?
We recommend filling out a FAFSA to be considered for state/federal aid as well as institutional scholarships and/or other financial aid. You can also use…
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