The Department of Educational Policy Studies offers several degrees and a certificate. Click the buttons below to learn more about admission requirements and how to apply. Graduate students may enter the department only in the fall. All graduate applicants must apply online. The deadline for applying is December 1, with applicants notified by letter before March 1.
Graduate Programs
Ph.D. Program Funding
All newly admitted students to the Ph.D. program in Educational Policy Studies receive a funding package, typically five academic years, from a combination of school or university fellowships; teaching assistantships; and/or project/research assistantships. These fellowships/assistantships provide tuition remission, access to health insurance, and a competitive living stipend. Details on your exact funding package will be provided at the time of admission. Please note that funding is contingent on satisfactory academic progress, satisfactory performance of assigned work duties, and the availability of resources.
Admissions for International Students
The Department of Educational Policy Studies welcomes applications from non-U.S. citizens. As required by the graduate school, in addition to other application materials, international applicants must also provide:
- Official documentation of all courses taken and grades received
- Official certification of degrees and dates granted
- Official TOEFL scores
NOTE: The Graduate School is no longer requesting financial documents from international applicants until they have been formally admitted to a program. Please note that international applicant financial information can be found here https://grad.wisc.edu/apply/requirements/.
Other Resources
Financial Aid
Get information about fellowships, teaching assistantships, awards, and scholarships.
Tuition and Costs
See the cost of attendance for UW–Madison undergraduate and graduate students.
Application Evaluation
Find out more about the review process for graduate students applications.