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Housing and Transportation in Madison
Transportation
The City of Madison offers a wide variety of options for your transportation needs.
Bicycles, Scooters, and Mopeds
Many students ride their bikes to campus. Madison is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the country, with numerous bike paths as well as bike lanes. Parking is also available for scooters and mopeds at the Wisconsin School of Business.
Bus Service
A bus pass is included in your student fees, and taking the bus is one of the most popular and convenient modes of transportation to and around campus. Passes are valid on all Madison Metro bus routes.
Cars/Parking
The University of Wisconsin has limited parking space available to students. Visit Transportation Services for more information.
Housing
There is a wide variety of services available to assist with your housing needs, assuring that your transition into Madison life is easy and enjoyable.
Campus and Visitor Relations
Campus and Visitors Relations’ Campus Area Housing office is UW-Madison’s official resource for available apartment and house rentals in the area, and answers questions related to living in Madison.
Off Campus Housing
Madison offers a wide variety of rental options beyond the campus. Search availability on Apartments.com.
On Campus Housing
On campus student apartments for single graduate students as well as students with families are available, but limited. Please apply early for best consideration.