Prospective Students

Thinking about attending UW–Madison as a military-connected Student? Learn about education benefits and how to apply for them, and what it’s like to attend UW–Madison.

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Who is Military Connected?

We use the term “military-connected student” to describe students who are:

Veterans of the U.S. military.
Currently serving in the U.S. military (active and reserve).
Children and spouses of current or former members of the U.S. military.

This term does not include all ROTC students, but cadets and midshipmen may also identify as former military or family members.

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Admissions

Find more information about application deadlines, admissions criteria, admissions data, next steps, and request more information.

Campus tour guides talking to a group of prospective students at the Memorial Union Terrace with the lake behind them.

A pedestrian walks by as tree leaves frame a view of the main doors to the Red Gym u0028Armory and Gymnasiumu0029 at the University of Wisconsin–Madison during a late autumn day.

Education Benefits

Discover what military education benefits you may be eligible for and apply for benefits.

Financial Aid

Even if you do have military education benefits it is still important to view other financial aid opportunities and submit a FAFSA. Additionally, some financial aid may interact with your military education benefits.