Life in Madison

Campus Life

New Grad Student information

Graduate School New student Resources-The graduate school has a helpful checklist for students. Including information about their welcome week events,professional development, student life and more.

Graduate student Life – This page is a site with resources for thriving in Madison, Housing, studying and much more.

The Wisconsin Union – has various events, activities, and dining options that many grad students as well as the public utilize.

Virtual campus tour

Housing

There is a huge variety of housing within the city of Madison. I would highly recommend speaking with other graduate students in your lab regarding recommendations.

Off campus housing market place
They have listings of apartments, houses, efficiencies, rooms and co-ops for students and the university community, along with other housing-related information.

City of Madison: Neighborhoods
Neighborhood associations, plans, profiles and maps.

Transportation Services

Regarding commuting to work Madison is a very bike friendly city and the bus system is very manageable. Check out UW’s transportation site to learn more about attaining a bus pass, parking permit or other services that they provide.

Transportation services

Greater Madison Transportation

UW Campus Map

The City of Madison Map