Your Choice for an Affordable, Flexible, 
Career-Focused Education

#1 in Transfers
We're the top source of transfers to the University of Wisconsin system with more than 140 transfer pathways.
91% Employed
91% of our graduates are employed within six months of receiving their Madison College degree.
7 Campuses
Start your journey close to home with unique programs and services at seven locations across the region.

Lowest Tuition Compared to Area Colleges

Start your bachelor's degree at Madison College and save an average of $15,000 on your annual tuition.

A chart shows estimated expenses of $4,977 for an academic year at Madison College.
(Source: College Navigator 2024-2025) 
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"Madison College gave me the best of both worlds. I had an awesome time as a student, especially in my internship. When I transferred to UW-Madison, I felt totally ready for university life."

Jessica B.

University Transfer Graduate

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There's more to Madison College than our state-of-the-art facilities and world-class hands-on learning.

  • Eleven areas of study
  • Transfer options to four-year institutions
  • Study abroad
  • College credit in high school
  • Skill refreshers 
  • Professional growth
  • Learning for fun

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Madison College graduates are everywhere.

A diverse group of students talks about college life.

You belong at Madison College.

Our commitment to equity extends to all of our campuses, organized sports, student services and 56 clubs and organizations.

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Madison College News and Events

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Madison College fall concert series features six free performances, Oct. 23-Dec. 22
Fans of live music can enjoy free performances by students and community members during the Madison College Fall Concert Series, Oct. 23 to Dec. 22 at Madison College’s Mitby Theater and the Wisconsin State Capitol.
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New Reedsburg program helps rural communities recruit and retain livesaving EMS professionals
The program helps address a persistent challenge for rural emergency medical services by training local residents to become emergency medical professionals.

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President Berne: A college degree isn't the finish line
President Dr. Jennifer Berne calls for investment in education, stronger K–12 and higher education partnerships, deeper employer engagement, and stronger community collaboration to help more students earn credentials, enter careers, and achieve economic mobility.
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