Visiting International Student Program
The Visiting International Student Program (VISP) welcomes students interested in short-term academic study at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Enroll in Coursework at a World-Class University
VISP students enroll for one or more academic terms in regular university courses taught by world-class faculty at one of the nation’s top public research universities. Courses taken and grades received in this program will appear on an official University of Wisconsin-Madison transcript.
Receive Unmatched Student Support
VISP staff provide personalized advising as well as a variety of cultural and social events to help students feel welcome on our campus. From football games, ice cream socials, advising events, and more, the VISP staff is here to support our students from application through the end of their time in our program.
Join us for the Fall, Spring, or Summer Term
Read more about our Admission process, Academics at UW-Madison, and About Madison to learn if the Visiting International Student Program is right for you.
Academic Track Options
- Our VISP Traditional Track students select from courses offered across our university’s offerings. Depending on course availability, students can choose to focus on one or two academic areas or try courses in several departments to create the right schedule for them.
- VISP Thematic Track Programs are for students interested in focusing exclusively within one academic area of interest. Not every area is available, but new options are added regularly. Current tracks include Computer Sciences, Economics, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Law, Political Science, Statistics, and more! See the full list on the VISP Thematic Track website.