UW-Madison plans to increase its need-based financial aid and increase the number of undergraduate research fellowships.
Need-based financial aid
Even though in-state tuition is the second-lowest in the Big Ten, the university must maintain affordability so that any Wisconsin citizen, regardless of income or background, can afford a UW-Madison education. Madison Initiative funding will provide all UW-Madison students who receive need-based financial aid with grants to offset the extra tuition that is helping fund the public-private partnership.
Research fellowships/internships/scholarship programs
Funding from the Madison Initiative will enhance several programs that help pay tuition for qualified students, such as undergraduate research fellowships, internships and merit-based scholarship programs.
While research has its own reward, it offers a bonus for students
It's a win-win combination: The Madison Initiative is making it possible for undergraduates to explore new worlds through university research – and help pay their college costs to boot.
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Web sites
Undergraduate Research Scholars Program
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
News articles
Students, state focus of Madison Initiative II (2/10/2000)
Scholarships to offset tuition increase (7/23/1999)