The Visiting International Student Program (VISP) gives international students a chance to study for one or two terms outside of a formal exchange program.
Visiting International Student Program
The Visiting International Student Program (VISP) welcomes global students to enroll for one or more academic terms at UW–Madison. Coursework is supplemented with personalized advising as well as a variety of cultural and social events to help students feel welcome on our campus.
- International students interested in studying at UW–Madison
- Schools, colleges and partner programs across campus
- UW–Madison faculty and staff
Who we serve
- Admit students to the VISP program
- Provide personalized advising to our students
- Assist VISP students with finding housing
- Organize cultural and social events
- Offer programs for students to improve English proficiency
- Work with schools and colleges across campus to develop Thematic Tracks for VISP students
- Attend global recruitment events
What we do
Our team
Jayne Arnold
Assistant Director, VISP Thematic Track Liaison
Matthew Greenberg
International Programs Manager
Josh Juedes
Director, Visiting International Student Program (VISP)
Anna Seidel-Quast
Associate Director, Visiting International Student Program (VISP)
Zufang Shan
International Programs Manager
Read VISP stories
In recognition of its 10-year anniversary, VISP hosted a four-day celebration with program alumni, faculty and staff in activities ranging from a Badger football game to a dinner reception.
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