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How can I apply to the University of Wisconsin-Madison as a degree student?
Apply as early as possible. Consult application deadlines.
- For undergraduate admissions, students who have performed successfully in the Intensive English Program do not need a TOEFL score. However, freshmen will need an SAT or ACT score. Visit the admissions page: http://www.admissions.wisc.edu/
- For graduate admissions, students need to contact their department and the Graduate School about the requirements. For more information, see: https://grad.wisc.edu/admissions/
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How can I obtain an official transcript?
Go to this website to find out more about transcripts and to request one online: http://ordertranscript.wisc.edu/
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How can I get a conversation partner?
The Greater University Tutoring Service (GUTS) FAQ page has the answers to your questions about conversation partners.
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Where do I get my student ID?
To access University facilities and services, it is essential that you get you student ID soon after arrival. Information about how to do this is here: http://wiscard.wisc.edu/get-your-wiscard.html
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Where can I find out more about transportation options?
You can find out a lot about getting around Madison by selecting the ‘About Madison‘ link on the right. Then choose the ‘Getting About’ tab.
By Bus
A bus pass is the best way to get around Madison as it allows free transport around the city. You can check route listings here.
By Bicycle
You can buy a cheap bike from the Budget Bicycle Center or from St. Vincent de Paul.
There are also rules about riding in Madison or on Campus. These rules help keep you and other riders safe.
Go here to find out about Campus biking rules: http://uwpd.wisc.edu/news/biking-on-campus/
Go here to find out about biking in Madison: https://www.cityofmadison.com/bikeMadison/getBiking/
By Car
It is possible to buy or rent a car.
For rental information, check out The Zip Car program, which has flexible options for short term car rental.
Consult this page at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s website for information on licensing if you plan on buying a car.
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Where can I buy food?
While there are several regular food stores in Madison, you may need a taste of home or specialty food, such as Halal meat. Here are some links to help with your food shopping:
Fresh Madison Market: Website. This store is the closest to campus.
Wholefoods: Website. Selling a wide-range of natural foods, prices are generally high.
Costco: Directions. If you are a member of Costco, your membership is valid in the US.
Halal Meat: Website. A highly-rated supplier of Halal meat in Madison.
Korean and other Asian Foods: Directions. One of the best and oldest Korean food stores in town.
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Where can I buy clothes?
There are many places in Madison to buy clothes. State Street is close to campus and has a variety of boutique stores where you can pick up unique styles. Some other places you can try are listed below:
Target: Directions. You can find Target at the Hilldale Mall. It has a variety of home furnishings and clothes.
St Vincent de Paul: Directions. You can only buy used clothes or furniture here, but they are often good quality and very reasonably priced.
Fontana: Directions. Fontana is mainly a sports store, but you can also pick up some good quality clothing here.
West Towne Mall: Directions. Only a short bus ride away, the mall includes sports stores, big clothing retailers, such as Kohl’s, JC Penney and Sears, and other specialty stores, such as H&M, Victoria’s Secret and Gap.