School of Education

Undergraduate Admissions

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

Visit the program’s website

Consult The Guide

Meet with an advisor

Apply to program (see below)

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

Application ​period is open

Art application (pdf)

Art Education

The 2020-2021 application has closed. Applications for the ’21-’22 school year coming soon.

Communication Sciences and Disorders

Application ​period is open

Application

Dance

Application ​period is open

Application (pdf)

Education Studies

Students interested in applying to the B.S. – Education Studies program 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

The 2020-2021 application has closed. Applications for the ’21-’22 school year coming soon.

Health Promotion and Health Equity

Application ​period is open

Declaration form

Individual Major in Education

Application ​period is open

Proposal form (.doc)

Kinesiology–Exercise and Movement Science

The 2020-2021 application has closed. Applications for the ’21-’22 school year coming soon.

Music Education

Application ​period is open

Application

Physical Education

The 2020-2021 application has closed. Applications for the ’21-’22 school year coming soon.

Rehabilitation Psychology

Fall 2021 Application

Application Closes: October 17, 2021

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

The 2020-2021 application has closed. Applications for the ’21-’22 school year coming soon.

Pre-Professional Applications

Many students begin in the School as “pre-professional students.” They are interested in a program but are still completing prerequisites and preparing to apply and be admitted to the program. Find here the application for Pre-Kinesiology (including pre-Athletic Training and pre-Exercise and Movement Science), Pre-Rehabilitation Psychology, and Pre-Teacher Education. If you have questions regarding pre-professional status, please reach out to a School of Education advisor.