Race & Ethnicity
University of Wisconsin-Madison has a diverse student body with 27% students of color and 9% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Wisconsin-Madison offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Wisconsin-Madison has a gender distribution of 53% female students and 47% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
35% of total enrollment
39% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Wisconsin-Madison serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 86% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 3% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
86%
Traditional Age (18-21)
3%
Non-Traditional (25+)
26%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Wisconsin-Madison attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 9% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 43% in-state residents, 47% out-of-state students, and 9% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
43% of student body
47% of student body
9% of student body
States Represented
47 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
27%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
53%
Female Students
Global Reach
9%
International
Age Diversity
3%
Non-Traditional Age