Wisconsin Longitudinal Study

The Wisconsin Longitudinal Study (WLS) is a long-term research project that follows a group of Wisconsin high school graduates from 1957 into adulthood, collecting detailed information on their education, careers, relationships, and health. Its goal is to understand how early life experiences influence later life outcomes, providing valuable insights into social, economic, and health trends over decades. By analyzing this data, researchers can identify patterns related to education, socioeconomic mobility, aging, and well-being, helping inform policies and programs aimed at improving lives across the lifespan.