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UW–Madison moves up in annual ranking of America’s Best Large Employers 

By Marilyn Gardner, UW News

The University of Wisconsin–Madison ranked in the top 600 among “America’s Best Large Employers” for 2024 in a survey by Forbes.  

UW–Madison came in at No. 113 on the list of employers with more than 5,000 employees. In 2023, the university ranked No. 196 in the same survey. Twelve private and public sector employers with headquarters in the state of Wisconsin were recognized in the 2024 rankings, with UW–Madison ranking third. UW–Madison was ranked tenth among large higher education institutions.   

“I’m pleased to see us recognized by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Large Employers,’ particularly given that the rankings are based on a survey of employees nationwide,” said Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin. “We work hard to be a place that supports our talented employees and helps them to flourish. Read more…