Center for Academic Excellence (CAE)

College of Letters & Science

The Center for Academic Excellence provides an enriching, inclusive community and academic support for College of Letters & Science (L&S) students who have been historically underrepresented in higher education, including first-generation and low-income students, and students of color. CAE offers a variety of engagement opportunities, including high-touch advising, tutoring programs, health and wellness events, social events, graduate school preparation, and connections with high impact life changing opportunities.

What We Offer Students

CAE Services

CAE provides a wide range of academic and personal support to help you be successful. These core services include:
- Academic advising
- Learning Support
- Peer Mentoring
- L&S CAE Deans Services

CAE Programs

CAE connects you to leadership and high impact learning experiences on campus, which help you realize your Wisconsin Experience and make the most of your learning at UW-Madison. Some of these programs focus on:
- L&S STEM Scholars
- Graduate school
- Pre-law
- Pre-health opportunities.

Summer Collegiate Experience

CAE coordinates the Summer Collegiate Experience (SCE), which is a high-impact, quality-learning, first-year experience for students entering the university. As an SCE student, you will take two classes for degree credit, register for fall courses, and learn about UW-Madison resources and campus culture during a six-week residential summer program.

CAE Events

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