What SAT score do you need for University of Wisconsin-Madison?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
University of Wisconsin-Madison SAT band
25th
1,380
–
75th
1,520
Median
1,427
Among the highest 10% of SAT averages nationally. Admission rate: 45%.
Peer schools at this band
University of Massachusetts-Amherst, MA
25–75:1,310–1,500Median:1,423
Stony Brook University, NY
25–75:1,330–1,500Median:1,419
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.