Hey, I'm currently looking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison but admittedly, it’s intimidating. Does anyone know if there are any specific schools within the university that have less competitive admissions?
University of Wisconsin-Madison is a large, comprehensive university made up of many schools and colleges. However, the initial admissions process at UW-Madison doesn’t involve applying to specific colleges within the university. Instead, new first-year students apply in general to UW-Madison, and then declare their major, usually in their first or second year.
So, while some specific programs are harder to get into than others (due to competitiveness of the major or limited spots available), there isn't a specific "school" within the university that has easier admission standards. After you're admitted, the requirements to declare or switch into certain majors can vary greatly. Some will just require a specific GPA, others might require you to take certain pre-requisite courses, and a few may even have their own application process.
So, I would suggest focusing on what you're truly interested in studying first. Then, research the major and its requirements at UW-Madison. Understanding the specifics for your field of interest will give you the most accurate perspective.
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