{"id":1329,"date":"2024-06-06T10:55:32","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T15:55:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/?page_id=1329"},"modified":"2026-02-23T13:14:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T19:14:07","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/","title":{"rendered":"51ÁÔÆæ Online"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"uwm-p-banner\"><div class=\"uwm-p-banner--single\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2025\/05\/online-students-studying-together.jpg\" alt=\"Two Online MSW students working at a coffee shop together\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1500\" height=\"400\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\"><header class=\"page-header\"><h1 class=\"entry-title heading-separator\">51ÁÔÆæ Online<\/h1><\/header>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading default\" id=\"h-accessible-learning-unmatched-opportunities\">Accessible Learning, Unmatched Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Invest in your future with the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee&#8217;s nationally ranked online programs. Our online degrees, certificates and courses empower you to achieve your educational goals without sacrificing your professional or personal commitments. From the convenience of your home or office, you&#8217;ll benefit from 51ÁÔÆæ Online&#8217;s rich coursework, interactive virtual classrooms and supportive community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-u-flex uwm-u-flex--wrap uwm-u-flex--left\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-u-mr-20 uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/points-of-pride\/\" rel=\"\">Points of Pride<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-mini-rfi\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4\" id=\"h-request-information\">Request Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"form_3719b745-e129-43b4-abc1-129f9df1d4da\">Loading&#8230;<\/div><script src=\"https:\/\/admissions.uwm.edu\/register\/?id=3719b745-e129-43b4-abc1-129f9df1d4da&amp;output=embed&amp;div=form_3719b745-e129-43b4-abc1-129f9df1d4da\">\/**\/<\/script>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80 uwm-p-circles-section uwm-u-pt-40\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center uwm-u-text--center heading-separator size-h1\" id=\"h-online-areas-of-study\">Online Areas of Study<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/07\/Online_Online-Areas-of-Study_20230702_KB_HBS_0004.jpg\" alt=\"Morgan Swartzendruber at the Waukesha County Health &amp; Human Services Building on Sunday, July 2, 2023.\" class=\"wp-image-1381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/07\/Online_Online-Areas-of-Study_20230702_KB_HBS_0004.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/07\/Online_Online-Areas-of-Study_20230702_KB_HBS_0004-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>Morgan completed her online master&#8217;s of social work degree while working full time as a youth justice social worker. She says the flexibility of 51ÁÔÆæ&#8217;s online program provided the work-life balance she needed.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Whether you&#8217;re seeking to earn a degree, enhance your professional qualifications or explore a new field of interest, we have online offerings to match your academic goals and take you to new heights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list uwm-c-list--border uwm-c-link--dark-no-underline uwm-c-list--cleanlist\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/programs\/?_program_type=major%2Cminor\">Undergraduate<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/programs\/?_program_type=masters%2Cdoctoral\">Graduate<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/non-credit-online-programs\/\">Non-Credit Online Programs<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/programs\/?_program_type=certificate\">Certificates<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray-dark uwm-u-pb-80 uwm-u-pt-0 uwm-u-pt-40\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator uwm-u-text--center size-h1\" id=\"h-by-the-numbers\">By the Numbers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock uwm-p-gridblock--3-horizontal-border uwm-p-gridblock--3-horizontal\"><div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--stat uwm-p-block--default \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><span><strong>397<\/strong>Online Courses<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--stat uwm-p-block--default \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><span>Ranked<strong>#24<\/strong>Best Online Bachelor&#8217;s Programs<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-gridblock--block uwm-p-block--stat uwm-p-block--default \"><div class=\"uwm-p-block--content-wrap\"><span><strong>53<\/strong>Fully Online Degrees and Certificates<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-pt-80 uwm-u-pb-0\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-separator size-h1\" id=\"h-online-student-testimonials\">Online Student Testimonials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Hear from students who have experienced the convenience and flexibility of 51ÁÔÆæ&#8217;s online degree programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--3\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-u-mb-20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/08\/hope-v-online-testimonial-20210319_IMC_EH_054.jpg\" alt=\"Online MBA student working at her computer.\" class=\"wp-image-1400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/08\/hope-v-online-testimonial-20210319_IMC_EH_054.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/08\/hope-v-online-testimonial-20210319_IMC_EH_054-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-my-0 size-h4\" id=\"h-hope\">Hope<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-10\"><strong>Online MBA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-50\">&#8220;I came back to 51ÁÔÆæ because I loved my undergraduate experience, so I knew I&#8217;d love getting my master&#8217;s, too. I like the pace of the online program. It&#8217;s a nice balance of work and school.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-u-mb-20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/08\/kalab-cravillion-online-testimonial-20210720_TCF_IMC_7278.jpg\" alt=\"White male student standing with backpack in computer lab. \" class=\"wp-image-1406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/08\/kalab-cravillion-online-testimonial-20210720_TCF_IMC_7278.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/08\/kalab-cravillion-online-testimonial-20210720_TCF_IMC_7278-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-my-0 size-h4\" id=\"h-kaleb\">Kaleb<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-10\"><strong>Information Science &amp; Technology, MS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-50\">&#8220;51ÁÔÆæ optimized the online experience. Discussions were structured in a way that there was genuine back-and-forth and the program had us work on real-life problems. I didn&#8217;t feel stuck in academia.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-u-mb-20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/09\/uwm-nursing-student-standing-at-laptop_scw-online_20230802_EH_IMC_4384.jpg\" alt=\"Nursing major Alejandra in blue nursing scrubs standing behind a laptop in nursing simulation lab.\" class=\"wp-image-1430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/09\/uwm-nursing-student-standing-at-laptop_scw-online_20230802_EH_IMC_4384.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/09\/uwm-nursing-student-standing-at-laptop_scw-online_20230802_EH_IMC_4384-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-my-0 size-h4\" id=\"h-alejandra\">Alejandra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-10\"><strong>Nursing major<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-50\">&#8220;I enjoyed taking pathophysiology and pharmacology online. It helped me feel more comfortable before officially entering the nursing program, and Professor Sikes was always available to meet.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-pt-80 uwm-u-pb-0\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-separator size-h1\" id=\"h-featured-faculty\">Featured Faculty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Get to know the dedicated instructors who are at the forefront of our online learning initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--3\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-u-mb-20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/10\/adam-hudson-20240926_EH_IMC_MG_0495.jpg\" alt=\"Adam Hudson teaching a class the basics of HTML\" class=\"wp-image-1504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/10\/adam-hudson-20240926_EH_IMC_MG_0495.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/10\/adam-hudson-20240926_EH_IMC_MG_0495-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-my-0 size-h4\" id=\"h-adam-hudson\">Adam Hudson<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-10\"><strong>Information Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-50\">&#8220;Pretty much every information studies class that&#8217;s offered on site you can take online. You&#8217;re going to have the same instructors and learn the same things. And the flexibility for students is the other big plus.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-u-mb-20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/10\/online-jennifer-kunz-20240930_EH_IMC__MG_6998-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Jennifer Kunz, writing with neon markers on glass\" class=\"wp-image-1502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/10\/online-jennifer-kunz-20240930_EH_IMC__MG_6998-copy.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/10\/online-jennifer-kunz-20240930_EH_IMC__MG_6998-copy-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-my-0 size-h4\" id=\"h-jennifer-kunz\">Jennifer Kunz <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-10\"><strong>Psychology<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-50\">&#8220;I like to create videos for students so they&#8217;re able to put a face and a voice with a name. I also ask students to comment on their peers&#8217; posts. That&#8217;s something that really helps build that sense of community.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-u-mb-20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/11\/SCW-Online_20241023_EH_IMC_MG_2802.jpg\" alt=\"Finance faculty Xiaoting Hao working at her laptop. \" class=\"wp-image-1715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/11\/SCW-Online_20241023_EH_IMC_MG_2802.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/581\/2024\/11\/SCW-Online_20241023_EH_IMC_MG_2802-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-my-0 size-h4\" id=\"h-xiaoting-hao\">Xiaoting Hao<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-10\"><strong>Finance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-mb-50\">&#8220;With online teaching, because the classes come with weekly discussions, I feel like I learn a lot more about my students. I ask them to share their experiences with different finance topics, so I get to see different sides of them.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center heading-separator uwm-u-text--center size-h1\" id=\"h-uwm-online-resources\">51ÁÔÆæ Online Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center size-p-lg\">Studying with 51ÁÔÆæ Online means having access to a wide range of services designed for remote learners. From financial assistance to technical support, we&#8217;re committed to providing you with the tools you need to thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4 uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-c-link--dark\" id=\"h-student-success-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentsuccess\/\">Student Success Center<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-10\">Enhance your academic performance in your core courses through convenient online exam review sessions and weekly tutoring led by expert staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4 uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-c-link--dark\" id=\"h-online-cost\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/cost\/\">Online Cost<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-10\">See a clear breakdown of tuition and fees for each program. Additionally, discover financial aid options, including scholarships and grants tailored to online students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4 uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-c-link--dark\" id=\"h-uwm-help-desk\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/technology\/help\/\">51ÁÔÆæ Help Desk<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-10\">Have a question or need assistance? Our 51ÁÔÆæ Help Desk is your one-stop resource for technical support, troubleshooting and guidance on navigating our online learning platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4 uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-c-link--dark\" id=\"h-uwm-writing-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/writing-center\/\">51ÁÔÆæ Writing Center<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-10\">Elevate your writing skills with online resources, tips and one-on-one virtual instruction to help you craft compelling and polished pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4 uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-c-link--dark\" id=\"h-online-advising\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/online\/resources\/\">Online Advising<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-10\">Benefit from personalized academic advising for your online program and career goals. Our advisors are available to answer your questions and help you stay on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4 uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-c-link--dark\" id=\"h-uwm-libraries\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/libraries\/\">51ÁÔÆæ Libraries<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-10\">Access one of the nation\u2019s premier digital collections and receive virtual support tailored to the needs of online students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4 uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-c-link--dark\" id=\"h-career-communities-and-services\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/career-communities-services\/\">Career Communities and Services<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-10\">Discover your professional path through virtual career exploration events, industry-specific job and internship opportunities, and accessible online advising.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray-dark uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-separator size-h1\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Can you tell me more about online classes?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Online courses and programs at 51ÁÔÆæ offer a convenient and student-centered learning experience. While the instruction is delivered entirely online, you&#8217;ll actively engage with your instructors and classmates through virtual discussions and collaborative platforms, replicating the interactive environment of a traditional classroom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, to thrive as an online student, this mode of learning requires self-discipline, organizational skills and effective time management. Our supportive faculty and resources are dedicated to ensuring your success, guiding you as you learn from any location that suits your lifestyle.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What is the profile of a successful online student?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Fully online courses cater to students seeking an active and participatory learning experience in a virtual setting. Whether you&#8217;re a newly enrolled first-year student or want to finish a degree you previously started, our online programs offer accessible opportunities. These courses are designed with working professionals and busy individuals in mind and eliminate the need to commute to campus. You can balance your studies with work and family commitments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While enjoying the freedom of &#8220;anytime, anywhere&#8221; learning, you&#8217;ll also participate in moderated online discussions, which foster a collaborative and interactive environment with classmates. Our dedicated online instructors provide direct feedback, ensuring you receive personalized guidance and support throughout your academic journey. Successful online students embrace the independence and self-discipline required for online learning while benefiting from a dynamic and engaging virtual classroom experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Can I take some courses online and some courses on campus?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes! We understand the individual needs and preferences of our students. While some choose an exclusively online learning experience, others prefer a blended approach, combining online and in-person courses if they live close to campus. Regardless of the format, we are committed to delivering a high-quality educational experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Are there things I can do to prepare for successful online learning?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Before enrolling in an online or blended course, it&#8217;s essential to ask yourself four key questions to assess your readiness for this learning style. If you answer &#8220;yes&#8221; to all of these questions, the online\/blended format may be a great fit for you. If you answer &#8220;no&#8221; to any of them, online\/blended courses may still work, but you\u2019ll likely need to adjust your schedule and study habits to succeed. 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