University of Wisconsin–Madison application deadlines for fall 2027
Madison, Wisconsin · Public · 36,902 undergrads
UW–Madison's regular decision is due Jan 15, 2027. Early action (Nov 1) has closed. Checked on admissions.wisc.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is UW–Madison due?
Closed
Early action
Was due Nov 1, 2026 66days
Regular decision
Due Friday, Jan 15, 2027 Every UW–Madison deadline for fall 2027
| Round | Deadline | Checked | Where we read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early action | Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (closed) | Nov 5, 2026 | admissions.wisc.edu |
| Regular decision | Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | Nov 5, 2026 | admissions.wisc.edu |
Does UW–Madison need the SAT or ACT?
UW–Madison is test-optional for fall 2027: you choose whether to send scores. Checked Nov 2, 2026.
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Questions people ask
When is the University of Wisconsin–Madison early action deadline for fall 2027?
Early action closed on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Checked on admissions.wisc.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is the University of Wisconsin–Madison regular decision deadline for fall 2027?
Regular decision is due Fri, Jan 15, 2027. Checked on admissions.wisc.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
Does University of Wisconsin–Madison require the SAT or ACT for fall 2027?
No. UW–Madison is test-optional for fall 2027: you choose whether to send scores. Checked on admissions.wisc.edu on Nov 2, 2026.
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Where these numbers come from
- Admit rate and applicants: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- GPA, early rounds and wait list: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Deadlines: admissions.wisc.edu, 2026-27 (checked Nov 5, 2026)
- Test rule: admissions.wisc.edu, fall 2027 (checked Nov 2, 2026)
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