Welcome to the School of Education! We’re excited that you’re interested in studying one of our programs — we’ve got a broad variety of majors and certificates to support our students’ career goals and aspirations. To become a student in a School of Education program, you must apply to both UW–Madison and your program of interest. Scan the boxes below to learn more about our majors, including some specific application information. This can help guide your conversation with an academic advisor.
UW–Madison encourages education that reaches beyond the classroom to enhance all areas of life. We urge students to take advantage of experiences like study abroad, student organizations, hands-on internships, undergraduate research opportunities, and more. Students leave here feeling deeply connected with the world around them, and with the knowledge and skills to help make a difference both personally and professionally.
Checklist for applying to a program
For many of our majors or certificates, you can apply or declare your major whenever you like throughout the year or throughout your campus experience. Some programs have specific application periods and admit one to two times per year. Browsing the details below or speaking with an advisor can be an easy way to navigate this process. We’re always available to help with any questions!
Application timelines & support materials
Art Education
Application Open February 1, 2023
Application Closes May 1, 2023
Students interested in declaring the Art Education degree should meet with the Art Education advisor Dr. Mary Hoefferle (email her directly to set up an appointment at hoefferle@wisc.edu) or a School of Education Academic Advisor. Please use Starfish (found in your MyUW page) to make an appointment or call 608-262-1651.
Communication Sciences and Disorders
UPDATED SPRING 2023
Admissions to the Communication Sciences and Disorders (CS&D) program in the School of Education will end fall 2023.
This only impacts the CS&D program in the School of Education.
Students interested in declaring the Communication Sciences and Disorders major in the School of Education can do so by completing the application form below.
UPDATED Eligibility Requirement:
- 2.750 UW-Madison cumulative gpa
- First semester students without an established gpa will be allowed to declare the major
*We no longer require “Gateway Courses” or have an earned credits requirement
Education Studies
Students interested in declaring the Education Studies degree or declaring an additional major in Education Studies should meet with an advisor. Please use Starfish (found in your MyUW page) to make an appointment or call 608-262-1651.
Elementary Education
Fall 2022 – Spring 2023 Application Information Session
Fall 2022 – Spring 2023 Application Instructions
Fall 2022 – Spring 2023 Application
Opens December 1, 2022
Theatre and Drama
Students interested in declaring Theatre and Drama degree must make an appointment with the departmental advisor to complete the declaration form. Please contact Jim Stauffer, Theatre and Drama Department Advisor,
jim.stauffer@wisc.edu
Students interested in declaring an additional major in Theatre and Drama should meet with an advisor. Please use Starfish (found in your MyUW page) to make an appointment or call 608-262-1651.
Kinesiology–Exercise and Movement Science
Fall 2023 declaration period has closed.
Fall 2024 declaration information will be made available in late fall 2023.
Physical Education
Students interested in declaring Physical Education degree should meet with Dan Timm. Please contact Dan Timm directly via email at dtimm@education.wisc.edu to declare this degree.
Students can also meet with a School of Education Academic Advisor. Please use Starfish (found in your MyUW page) to make an appointment or call 608-262-1651.
Secondary Education
Programs in English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies are offered at the master’s level. Visit uwteach.org to learn more.
Special Education
Fall 2022 – Spring 2023 Application Information Session
Fall 2022 – Spring 2023 Application Instructions
Fall 2022 – Spring 2023 Application
Open December 1, 2022