Madison College offers flexible and affordable pathways to help you earn your bachelor’s degree while saving time and money!

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Many Paths Toward a Bachelor’s Degree

Whether you aim to complete a bachelor’s degree before beginning professional life or want to earn a technical diploma or associate degree before starting your career while leaving the option of advanced degrees open for the future, Madison College can set you on a path to achieve your academic and career goals.

Many Madison college students have kick-started their education here and gone on to earn their bachelor’s degree from UW-Madison and other four-year colleges and universities nationwide.

University Transfer Programs – Go the Four-Year Route

Madison College’s University Transfer programs are designed for students who want to earn a bachelor’s degree before entering the workforce.

Over 25% of Madison College degree-seeking students are enrolled in a University Transfer program.

University Transfer Programs are available in a variety of areas of interest. Explore the programs:

Get a Customized Academic Plan

Your advisors will help you select the course credits that will seamlessly transfer to complete your bachelor’s degree at the four-year college or university of your choice.

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University Transfer students combine foundational coursework related to their intended majors with general education requirements to transfer with junior-standing at four-year schools.

Jumpstart Your Career, and Transfer Credits Later

A University Transfer program isn’t the only path to a bachelor’s degree. Madison College offers various associate degrees designed to quickly prepare you for entry-level jobs while providing the flexibility to transfer later. Many Madison College students opt to begin their careers before returning to school for a bachelor’s degree and other advanced degrees.

This is a great option for individuals who want to begin earning a steady income while gaining real-world experience. In addition, you may gain a better understanding of your career interests before committing to a four-year degree.

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Many students choose an associate degree to start working in their field and then continue their education to advance their career.

College and University Transfer Pathways

Madison College has transfer paths with partner colleges and universities in Wisconsin and across the country. Some of our transfer agreements include guaranteed admission, ensuring all of your Madison College credits automatically transfer to the partner school.

We’ll help you navigate transfer agreements, choose the right classes and stay on track!

View Transfer Agreements and Partnerships

Accessible, Convenient and Affordable

There are many advantages to starting your college education at Madison College and then applying your credits toward a bachelor’s degree.

Small Class Sizes, Personal Attention

At some four-year colleges, general education and foundational classes can have 75 to over 100 students.

At Madison College, smaller class sizes mean personalized attention from award-winning instructors who are experts in their fields. You’ll receive the knowledge and support needed for academic success.

Flexible Learning

With on-campus, online and hybrid courses, Madison College allows you to tailor your class schedule to fit your life.

Take advantage of student support services at convenient locations, including Madison’s Truax and Goodman South campuses, or regional campuses in Reedsburg, Portage, Fort Atkinson and Watertown.

Affordable College Education

Compare tuition costs between Madison College and eight nearby institutions. You’ll see an average annual savings of $15,000! That means you can start your degree here and transfer from Madison College with little or no debt!

Pauline, former Madison College student
“I came to Madison College to get my GED. I eventually came back for college courses, then transferred to a 4-year school. Today I hold a bachelor’s in marketing from Edgewood College.”
Pauline
Madison College graduate

Madison College transfer paths will set you up for success!

No matter which path you take – whether following a transfer path with one of our partner four-year schools or designing one unique to your academic and career goals – Madison College will equip you with the strong foundation you need to succeed, and we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Your future starts here, and the possibilities are limitless!

Madison College Transfer News

Check out the latest on new transfer agreements, student success stories and more.

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