Universities of Wisconsin to fund a new group of students starting fall 2025

MADISON, Wis. -- A group of students will have the opportunity of a lifetime next year.

Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman announced the Wisconsin Tuition Promise will fund a new section of students starting in fall 2025.

Under the tuition promise, students who come from families earning $55,000 or less annually will be able to attend 11 UWs without having to pay tuition or fees. UW-Madison and UW-Milwaukee separately operate their own tuition promise programs.

"We're pleased to once again offer Wisconsin resident students of modest means an opportunity to attend a UW tuition-free," Rothman said.

The tuition program will pay for tuition and fees that remain after a student's federal, state, and private financial aid is exhausted. Students will still need to pay for housing, food, and other costs of attendance. Other requirements tuition requirements include, students must be Wisconsin residents, complete a FASFA, and meet academic progress standards.

The Universities of Wisconsin last funded a tuition promise in the fall of 2023.

An estimated 1,300 students starting in fall 2025, are expected to qualify for the program. "The amount of last dollar," financial aid provided will depend upon the exact number of students who are assisted.

A $5 million grant from Ascendium Education Group is funding the new cohort. The Universities of Wisconsin will provide a matching $5 million.

More information on eligibility requirements for the Wisconsin Tuition Promise can be found here.

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