The Graduate School is committed to supporting graduate students in the many roles you hold, including as students, scholars, researchers, teachers, parents, and partners. Although COVID-19 has created challenges and changes that we all must contend with as a community, UW–Madison will continue to offer the exceptional graduate education, research experiences, and outreach for which we are known.
The university is committed to reducing the risk of COVID-19 for its students, faculty, and staff. The COVID-19 Response plan outlines the university’s approach to dealing with major issues such as instruction, health and safety, and more.
This page provides COVID-19 related information for graduate students.
Fall 2021
All students, employees, and visitors to campus are required to wear masks when inside campus buildings, unless working alone inside an office or lab with the door closed or while actively eating and drinking. Employees and students who have not shared proof of COVID-19 vaccination with UHS are required to test weekly on campus.
University Health Services continues to offer free COVID-19 vaccines to all students and employees at 333 East Campus Mall. Schedule an appointment or drop in Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. The site is closed during the noon hour. If you were vaccinated off campus, let UHS know.
Read more about what to expect this fall.
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Sept. 23 employee message: Is it COVID-19 or a cold?
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Sept. 16 employee message: Updates on close contacts, testing and more
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Faculty/staff message: Update after first week of classes
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UW-Madison reports high levels of vaccination
September 2, 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccine Information
University Health Services continues to offer free COVID-19 vaccines to all students and employees at 333 East Campus Mall. Schedule an appointment or drop in Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. The site is closed during the noon hour.
Campus COVID-19 testing
Testing is available by appointment only through the MyUHS app or the MyUHS web portal. The MyUHS app allows UW–Madison students and employees to schedule COVID-19 tests and other appointments, view their lab results, and more.
Questions and concerns
- For common questions, review this page and the COVID-19 Response FAQs.
- If your question is still not covered, email covidresponse@vc.wisc.edu.
Campus operations
Check the Campus Operations webpage for up-to-date information on campus activities and spaces.
UW–Madison COVID-19 dashboard
The dashboard provides information to the campus community and the public about vaccinations and COVID-19 test results among current UW–Madison faculty, staff, and students.
Parking Options
Due to the ongoing public health situation and concerns about public transportation, UW Transportation Services has a variety of parking options to help fit the different needs of graduate students. Permit and pass availability varies and may be limited. For more information, see the reduced and low-cost parking options.
For Graduate Assistants
Resources for graduate assistants
- Employee Assistance Office
- Dean of Students Office resources for instructors
- Student of Concern Report
- Graduate Assistantship Policies and Procedures for Project (PA) Teaching (TA) and Research (RA) Assistants
- COVID-19 Response information for employees
- Employee accommodations and workplace flexibilities
- Guidance for employees with childcare needs
- Campus Remote Work Policy
- Fall 2021 instruction information
For International Students
International students face many added uncertainties and stressors related to COVID-19. The university is actively working to address the many concerns you have and is educating our federal policy makers on the benefit of creating a welcoming and supportive environment for our international students in this country.
International Student Services (ISS) continues to monitor the global, national, and university COVID-19 updates impacting F-1 and J-1 international students. Find more information in the ISS COVID-19 FAQ or the ISS Fall 2021 Enrollment and Summer Travel Guidance.
Frequently asked questions about vaccination, testing, and travel are available on the COVID-19 Response website.
Contact your graduate program coordinator for questions about your specific circumstances.