Admissions

How to apply for our academic programs, including admissions requirements, cost, and why La Follette is the right place for you.


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How to apply

Admission requirements

We seek candidates who demonstrate the ability and experience to engage in rigorous public affairs programs.

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Funding and Financial Information

Information on the cost of attending the La Follette School, including tuition, fees, financial aid, and other ways to help pay for your education.

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Accelerated Admissions

The La Follette School of Public Affairs provides selected UW-Madison undergraduates an opportunity to jumpstart the Master of Public Affairs or Master of International Public Affairs program.

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International Students

The La Follette School welcomes applications from international students. Learn about useful information when considering applying to the La Follette School of Public Affairs.

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Contact students and alumni

  • Portrait of Andrew VanderMeer

    Andrew VanderMeer, MPA ’24

    "In short, the core set of skills La Follette teaches were identical to what my employer was looking for!"

  • Portrait of Graham Stier

    Graham Stier, MPA

    "As an undergraduate student at UW–Madison, I found the Accelerated program highly appealing because I'll be able to graduate in five years with a master's degree that provides me with a real-world skill set."

  • Portrait of Summer Mitchell

    Summer Mitchell, MPA

    "La Follette sharpened my ability to communicate policy issues concisely, craft clear recommendations, and use data-driven analysis to evaluate policy effectiveness."

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