University of Wisconsin-Madison fields 3 hockey programs in Madison, WI — ACHA Division II, ACHA Division III, and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 83 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.
What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 10 players from outside the United States, representing Canada, CRO, Russia. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.
3 players came through prep school programs before arriving here — a higher rate than most ACHA DII and DIII programs. These are players who invested seriously in hockey development before college.
6 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.
University of Wisconsin at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Rankings by Major
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Where Do University of Wisconsin Hockey Players Come From?
83 players · 21 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
Wisconsin leads the pipeline with 24 players (29%), but the international component is notable: 10 players from Canada, CRO, Russia give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before University of Wisconsin?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
28 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
6 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.
The Shell
Madison, WI · 4 minutes from campus
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Is University of Wisconsin Hockey a Fit for You?
University of Wisconsin-Madison fields 3 programs — ACHA Division II, ACHA Division III, and NCAA Division I — with 83 players combined across all rosters. If you're evaluating fit, consider which level matches your experience: each program has its own roster, coaching staff, and recruiting pipeline. Reach out directly through the division-specific accounts listed above.