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.

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91% Employed
91% of our graduates are employed within six months of receiving their Madison College degree.

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7 Campuses
Start your journey close to home with unique programs and services at seven locations across the region.

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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.

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Tour our facilities, meet with a recruiter, get help with your application and more.

We offer daily tours for individuals, parents, guardians and guests. Or schedule a group tour for prospective middle or high school students.

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Choose the path to help you reach your goals.

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 Apprenticeship Signing Day highlights rising demand for electricians
Future electricians took a major step toward their careers during Madison College’s Apprenticeship Signing Day at the Commercial Avenue campus.
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Madison College 2026 Spring Commencement set for May 15
This spring, approximately 2,444 Madison College students will earn associate degrees, technical diplomas, certificates and complete apprenticeships. Family, friends and the community are invited to commencement.
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Apprentices awarded $228,000 to support careers in the trades
Apprentices received individual awards of up to $2,000 to support their training in high-demand fields such as electricians, industrial electricians, plumbers, machinists and telecommunications VDV installer technicians.

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