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    Design Studies, MS

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    Madison, USMSIn-person
    $51,302.00
    Tuition
    15%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    4
    Cohort
    students

    Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a in-person MS program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $51,302.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program integrating design techniques from engineering, business, visualization, social science, art, and more to address real-world problems through life-centered design. Offers specializations in Product Design, UI/UX Design, Communication Design, and Design Strategy with hands-on team projects and capstones.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241 (TOEFL: 80-91 for tests taken before January 21, 2026; TOEFL: 4.5 for tests taken on and after January 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241 (IELTS: 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $30,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $51,302.
    Is Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    What GPA is required for Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA (last 60 credits)
    How competitive is Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison reports an acceptance rate of approximately 15%.
    How large is the Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cohort?
    Design Studies, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison typically enrolls around 4 students per cohort.