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.
Spring 2022 testing guidance for all students was sent on January 13, 2022. This update states that the university is now expecting all students (undergraduate, graduate/professional, and special) who have not had a positive PCR test in the last 90 days to get tested before coming to campus. In general, students are asked to complete two tests, one before they return to Dane County and one after they arrive. Those already in Dane County are asked to take an antigen test at least 24 hours before their next visit to campus. Graduate students should read instructions carefully to understand testing guidance before coming to campus.
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. Students are strongly encouraged to receive their booster vaccine as soon as they are able. Schedule an appointment on MyUHS. If you were vaccinated and boosted off campus, let UHS know.
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Latest Updates
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Dane County face-covering order extended for another month
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Balancing personal and community risk with the omicron variant
January 11, 2022
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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. Students are strongly encouraged to receive their booster vaccine as soon as they are able. Schedule an appointment on MyUHS.
Campus COVID-19 testing
As the spring 2022 semester approaches, all students who have not had a positive PCR test in the last 90 days to get tested before coming to campus. Read instructions carefully to understand testing guidance before coming to campus.
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
- Spring 2022 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 policymakers 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.
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.