Badger Precollege

UW-Madison's precollege office runs summer programs for advanced middle and high school students on the Madison campus. Badger Summer Scholars is a residential or commuter college-prep program for students finishing grades 9-12, with courses on topics such as veterinary science, and the Accelerated Learning Program offers three weeks of rigorous learning in one non-credit course. Other options include the one-week Summer Arts Clinic and the Summer Music Clinic.

Offered by University of Wisconsin-Madison. Summer Program for high school students in Madison, Wisconsin, USA. Format: Hybrid. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: 2027-05-01.

Fields: STEM, Humanities, Writing, College Access

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online and in person (Madison, Wisconsin).
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
Applications open January 12, 2027 and close May 1, 2027.

Info checked November 2026.

Questions about Badger Precollege

When do applications for Badger Precollege open?

Applications open January 12, 2027 and close May 1, 2027.

Is Badger Precollege free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to Badger Precollege?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online and in person (Madison, Wisconsin). Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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