The Universities of Wisconsin serve more than 164,600 students. Awarding more than 37,000 degrees annually, these 13 public universities are Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in a position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. The Universities of Wisconsin contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research in health care, biotechnology, agriculture and beyond, new companies and patents, and boundless creative and intellectual energy.
By the Numbers
Explore key data and performance metrics from across the Universities of Wisconsin, including student outcomes, educational access, research impact, and statewide contributions—all compiled in the official Accountability Dashboard.
Commitment to lifelong learning and meeting learners where they are
~265,000
Residents Receive Continuing Education
31%
First-generation Students
>500,000
Wisconsin Residents Served by Extension
90%
of In-state UWs graduates Stay in WI for five years after earning a degree
Bridge to the future: AI for All
See how all the UWs are using AI to improve learning, support communities, and drive innovation across Wisconsin.
UW Leads AICivil Discourse
UWs efforts that help students, universities, and communities engage in respectful dialogue that builds a stronger shared understanding.
Civil DiscourseGetting Involved
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