You have goals. We’ll help you get there.
At CALS, we’re committed to your college experience and giving you what you need to grow your future.
Find your people
With smaller class sizes you’ll build relationships with your professors and faculty to grow your network and future opportunities for things like research projects, internships and study abroad.
Get involved with one of CALS supported student organizations where you’ll meet new people, gain leadership skills and stand out to future employers.
Make the transition to college less stressful by enrolling in the CALS QuickStart summer program. You’ll take a 1-credit online course where you explore your interests, learn about resources across campus, and have the opportunity to move to campus early.
Once on campus, it was instantly clear I was feeling more calm, cool and collected navigating UW–Madison. Most importantly, QuickStart introduced me to an incredible community and gave me two of my very best friends.
Grace Novak, 2019 QuickStart Cohort
Find your path
CALS students develop real-world skills that launch them into careers addressing sustainability, biotechnology, human health, food systems, farm management, nutrition, wildlife and so much more in our five areas of study.
Academic Advising and Career Services will have you covered from picking the major that’s right for you to helping you access internships and jobs from top employers.
Undergraduate students work with a graduate research assistant to study monarch butterflies near Lodi, Wis.
My favorite part of being in CALS is the incredible network of people that are available to support students in every aspect of the college experience.
Katie Cervenka, CALS Ambassador and student
Scholarships
CALS has an extensive scholarship program with more that $1.2 million in awards available to CALS students each year in addition to financial aid provided through UW’s Office of Student Financial Aid. One yearly application allows students to be considered for all CALS scholarships. Incoming students are considered automatically if they are admitted to CALS and have activated their NetID.
Have More Questions? Connect with CALS Ambassadors.
CALS Ambassadors are current CALS students who are excited to share their experiences and answer all your questions. From transitioning to college, student organizations or secret spots on campus, our CALS Ambassadors are excited to connect with you. Send your questions directly here, email, or send a DM on Instagram @calsambassadors_uw.