Each professor has their own teaching technique to make their class interesting, and many classes have teaching assistants who can help you individually. One small problem you might encounter with the teaching assistants is a language barrier, but other than that they're great. And if you need even more attention, many courses have programs where you can get extra help by joining a group that schedules around your free time. Also, Madison gives you the ability to take a variety of courses so you can be educationally well-rounded, which is something many graduate programs look for.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
From the social aspect, one of the best parts about being at Madison is the school spirit. Game days are epic when all the badgers get together and support the team whether it’s football, basketball, hockey, etc. Plus, there are innumerous groups/activities that I can participate in which allows me to reach out and become part of the badger community. From the educational aspect, the challenges presented to me have already tested my determination, patience, and strength that will be needed to survive the “real world.”
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Madison is pricey yes, but not outrageously expensive. It’s a D1 university that lives up to its standards socially and educationally. Don’t let the price scare you away; there are millions of ways to get scholarships, grants, and/or loans to help you pay for school. Also, there are campus jobs that you can apply for.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Make sure you are prepared to step up to the plate and earn your grades. In high school it is easy to put in minimum effort and obtain perfect grades, but now that you are at the university level it is necessary for you to be at the top of your game. You need to be equipped for major studying and late nights in order to achieve a good GPA.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Students who want a big campus with lots of different people and opportunities that will allow them to expand their horizons and want an elite education will love the University of Wisconsin Madison.
Each professor has their own teaching technique to make their class interesting, and many classes have teaching assistants who can help you individually. One small problem you might encounter with the teaching assistants is a language barrier, but other than that they're great. And if you need even more attention, many courses have programs where you can get extra help by joining a group that schedules around your free time. Also, Madison gives you the ability to take a variety of courses so you can be educationally well-rounded, which is something many graduate programs look for.
From the social aspect, one of the best parts about being at Madison is the school spirit. Game days are epic when all the badgers get together and support the team whether it’s football, basketball, hockey, etc. Plus, there are innumerous groups/activities that I can participate in which allows me to reach out and become part of the badger community. From the educational aspect, the challenges presented to me have already tested my determination, patience, and strength that will be needed to survive the “real world.”
Madison is pricey yes, but not outrageously expensive. It’s a D1 university that lives up to its standards socially and educationally. Don’t let the price scare you away; there are millions of ways to get scholarships, grants, and/or loans to help you pay for school. Also, there are campus jobs that you can apply for.
Make sure you are prepared to step up to the plate and earn your grades. In high school it is easy to put in minimum effort and obtain perfect grades, but now that you are at the university level it is necessary for you to be at the top of your game. You need to be equipped for major studying and late nights in order to achieve a good GPA.
Students who want a big campus with lots of different people and opportunities that will allow them to expand their horizons and want an elite education will love the University of Wisconsin Madison.