Housing
We heartily recommend staying on campus during your GPU session. Overnight housing is available at Ogg Hall, a UW residence hall. Rooms in Ogg Hall are designed to accommodate two people, and a rollaway bed is provided for a third person. Children must share a room with an adult.
Each room in Ogg Hall contains:
- Two single beds with blankets, linens, and pillows
- Towels, washcloths, and soap
- Air conditioning
- Small refrigerator
- Free wireless internet
- Access to SpectrumU app for television service on personal devices.
During registration, you will be able to select a one- or two-night stay in Ogg Hall. You may also choose to not reserve housing.
Hotels
- Session I — DoubleTree, $179/night
- Session II — Hilton Garden Inn, $199/night
- Session III — DoubleTree, $179/night
The links for hotel blocks will close on June 16.
Meals
All meals are included in the GPU program fee.
- Your meal plan includes one breakfast, two lunches, and a dinner at the Avenue Market, which is located inside the Gordon Dining and Event Center. Snacks during break time during your major are also included. For those staying in the dorm for two nights, there will be an additional breakfast provided Thursday morning.
Cost
Prices per participant for 2025:
- One Night of Housing: $305
- Two Nights of Housing: $355
- Commuting (Program Only): $230
Some optional program elements have additional fees, such as UW parking permits.
Parking
New this year, parking passes for lots 46 and 83 will be emailed to those who requested them. The same QR code will be valid for use every day of your GPU session. If you attend an additional session, you will receive a different code. Access to the lots is controlled at all times, so you’ll need the QR code to enter and exit. Please reach out to the GPU team at gpu@uwalumni.com or 608-308-5585 if you misplace your QR code. Note: If the Lot Full sign is displayed, you may park anyway, because the sign does not apply to permit holders.
How to Use Your QR Code
Every campus parking lot and ramp is equipped with an electronic gate system. Your QR code will allow you access to your designated lot.
- When entering and exiting the parking structure, place the QR code against the barcode reader.
- You can open the email containing the QR code on your mobile phone to scan, or you can print the email and scan the paper copy. If you use a printed copy, always keep it in your vehicle to ensure that you have it to enter and exit.
- Once the QR code is scanned, the gate will raise.
- The barcode reader is located below and to the left of the touchscreen area.
- If you need assistance while at the scanner, please press the “Help” intercom button.
Wednesday in Madison
For those arriving in Madison Wednesday night, we encourage you to check out the wonderful things the city has to offer, which include:
- Concerts on the Square
- Ice cream at the Memorial Union Terrace
- A walk down State Street or along Lakeshore Path
- Dinner on Capitol Square
- The Art Cart by the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
- A visit to our beautiful Alumni Park