{"id":6838,"date":"2023-11-21T14:25:49","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T20:25:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/informationstudies\/?page_id=6838"},"modified":"2026-04-01T16:52:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T21:52:14","slug":"ist-career-discovery-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/informationstudies\/students\/career-resources\/career-discovery\/ist-career-discovery-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"IST Career Discovery &#8211; FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Below you will find frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the IST Career Discovery. If you have additional questions or need more information, please feel free to contact us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long will it take to complete the IST Career Discovery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each module is a little different, but the average time is about 15-20 minutes per module. That means you could complete 6 and earn your $1000 scholarship in about 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I get the scholarship?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing at least 6 modules, and filling out the Scholarship Verification Form, the School of Information Studies will begin the process of posting the $1000 scholarship for the first year as a BSIST major at 51ÁÔÆæ. Students can expect the funds to be disbursed to PAWS just before the start of the fall and spring semesters ($500 each semester).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I apply to 51ÁÔÆæ as an IST major?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply to 51ÁÔÆæ, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/apply\/\">https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/apply\/<\/a>. Start by creating an account in the application portal, then follow the prompts to add UW-Milwaukee to your college list, then select Information Science &amp; Technology as the program of study. Be sure to apply by March 1 for a fall start. You&#8217;ll receive information from 51ÁÔÆæ staff and IST advisors about next steps including new student orientation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I have to finish all the modules in one sitting, or can I come back to finish it another time?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not need to finish all the modules in one sitting &#8211; you can come back as often as you&#8217;d like. To return to the site, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uws-ce.instructure.com\/courses\/12722~3305\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/uws-ce.instructure.com\/courses\/12722~3305<\/a>\u00a0and login to pick up right where you left off. You can complete the IST Career Discovery over a day, week or year &#8211; your account will stay activated until you ask us to cancel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">I started with the registration form and got an email to set up an account, but what do I do next?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll need to set up a student account in Canvas &#8211; follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/informationstudies\/students\/career-resources\/career-discovery\/career-discovery-teacher-resources\/\">step-by-step guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maggie Flath, Academic Advisor<\/strong><br>Ph: 414-229-4707 | Email: <a href=\"mailto:mlflath@uwm.edu\">mlflath@uwm.edu<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Below you will find frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the IST Career Discovery. 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