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University of Wisconsin - Madison

University of Wisconsin - Madison

University of Wisconsin - Madison

Introduction

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a public research university located in Madison, Wisconsin, USA. It was founded in 1848 and is the flagship institution of the University of Wisconsin System.

The university offers over 200 undergraduate majors, as well as over 250 graduate degree programs across various fields, including business, education, engineering, law, medicine, and more. It is known for its strong research programs, particularly in the areas of agriculture, engineering, health sciences, and social sciences.

The campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison is located on the isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, and it spans over 900 acres. It is home to many notable buildings, including Bascom Hall, Memorial Union, and the Wisconsin State Capitol.

The university is also home to many student organizations, clubs, and sports teams. Its sports teams are known as the Wisconsin Badgers and compete in the NCAA Division I Big Ten Conference.

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Locations

  • 500

    500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI 53706, USA, 53706, 500

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