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Question: Why do I have to pay a $150 new student fee?
Answer: UW-Madison is committed to creating a first year experience that starts you on a strong path to graduation. Your new student fee covers orientation (SOAR), new student welcome events, year-long first year experience programs and course options, academic advising, materials, faculty/TA training, staffing, technology, and much more.
Categories: Freshmen > SOAR Program
Freshmen > SOAR Reservation Website
Last Updated: 3/27/2009
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