by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in public policy at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 1 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, University of Wisconsin-Madison as a strong choice for public policy, ranked #41 out of 99 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Public Policy Schools | 41 of 99 |
| Best Public Policy Schools in Wisconsin | 1 of 1 |
| Best Public Policy Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 6 of 10 |
The following degree levels are granted in public policy at University of Wisconsin-Madison, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Certificate | 156 |
| Master’s | 32 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of Wisconsin-Madison handed out 32 master’s degrees in public policy.
University of Wisconsin-Madison is among the very best schools in the country for public policy at the master’s level. Its best result was #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Public Policy Master’s Degree Schools in Wisconsin | 1 |
| Best Public Policy Master’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 2 |
| Best Public Policy Master’s Degree Schools | 35 |
The full-time graduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $35,635 | $52,332 |
| Fees | $1,597 | $1,597 |
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Among recent graduates, 47% of public policy master’s degrees went to men and 53% went to women.
The majority of public policy master’s degree graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison are White. About 75% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Wisconsin-Madison with a master’s in public policy.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 24 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
University of Wisconsin-Madison awarded 32 master’s degrees in public policy analysis, general in the most recent reporting year — 53% to women and 47% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (75%).
Undergraduate study is also available at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Certificate Degrees in Public Policy | 156 |