Applying and Enrolling

You must apply and be admitted as a student prior to enrolling in credit courses at the UW-Madison. For University Special students and Guest auditors, the application is free.

Applying as a University Special student

If you are not currently enrolled in a UW-Madison degree program, but want to take UW-Madison courses for credit, apply as a University Special student. Select the option below that best fits your goals:

• Professional development or personal enrichment
• Preparation for admission to graduate or professional school
• Visiting from another college or university  Please submit recent transcript to ACSSS.
• Pursuing a Capstone Certificate
• International student attending UW-Madison
• High school student taking college course for credit
• Not sure which option fits your needs?

Enrolling as a University Special student

If you have been admitted as a Special student, find out how to enroll.

Applying as a Guest or Senior Guest auditor

If you are not currently enrolled in a degree program or don't plan to pursue a degree, but want to attend a credit class without earning credits, apply as a Guest auditor or Senior Guest auditor (for those 60+ years of age).

• Guest auditor
• Senior Guest auditor—60+ years of age and a Wisconsin resident

Enrolling as a Guest auditor

If you have been admitted as a Guest or Senior Guest auditor, find out how to enroll.