{"id":4026,"date":"2022-02-01T08:55:11","date_gmt":"2022-02-01T14:55:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/?page_id=4026"},"modified":"2026-04-13T15:21:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T20:21:22","slug":"non-degree-guest","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/apply\/non-degree-guest\/","title":{"rendered":"Non-Degree\/Guest"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Non-degree and guest Panthers take 51ÁÔÆæ courses without committing to a full degree. It\u2019s a smart way to stay on track, add to your skill set, or gain an edge for what comes next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply to 51ÁÔÆæ as a non-degree\/guest student if you are\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list uwm-u-mb-50\">\n<li>a recent high school graduate who wants to keep building momentum before starting a degree.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a current student at another institution who wants to complete 51ÁÔÆæ courses \u2014 on campus or online \u2014 and transfer them back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>taking a gap year or looking for an alternative path that keeps you moving forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>interested in pursuing a microcredential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-notice uwm-p-notice--info uwm-u-mt-40\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-circle-info fa-fw\"><\/i><div class=\"uwm-p-notice--content\"><div class=\"uwm-p-notice--title\">Application requirements for non-degree and guest students are below.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-notice--message\">Ready to apply now?\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/apply\/\">Review your steps for applying to 51ÁÔÆæ.<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-preparing-to-apply-to-uwm-as-a-non-degree-guest-student\">Preparing to Apply to 51ÁÔÆæ as a Non-Degree\/Guest Student<\/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\">I&#8217;m interested in a specific subject or class.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>With more than 200 academic programs to choose from, 51ÁÔÆæ has a learning experience that\u2019s right for you. Whether you\u2019re looking to try something new, explore your options or upskill, 51ÁÔÆæ has hundreds of courses to pick from. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pursuing a specific program\/credential or taking classes in preparation for a graduate program at 51ÁÔÆæ or elsewhere, you will want to work with a representative of that program or institution for matters related to course planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/letters-science\/students\/\">Pre-Professional Advising at 51ÁÔÆæ<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/academicaffairs\/academic_priorities\/student-success\/academic-advising-at-uwm\/\">Academic Advising at 51ÁÔÆæ<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Browse through next semester\u2019s course offerings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;arts=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;coll=BUS&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Business<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=COMPSCI&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Computer Science<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;coll=SAHP&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Health Sciences<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;humanities=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Humanities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;ns=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Natural Sciences<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;coll=SPH&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Public Health<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;ss=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Social Sciences<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">All Subjects<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I would like to enroll in a course with a prerequisite.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Please contact Pathway Advising at <a href=\"mailto:pathway-advising@uwm.edu\">pathway-advising@uwm.edu<\/a> if you have NOT completed the prerequisite&nbsp;for the course you wish to enroll in, if you encounter an error while registering for a course with a listed prerequisite, or if you would like to confirm your enrollment eligibility (to avoid being dropped).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have completed the prerequisite&nbsp;for the course you wish to enroll in at another institution, provide an&nbsp;<em>unofficial&nbsp;<\/em>copy of your transcript or other documentation of your past completed course work. (Do not submit official transcripts to 51ÁÔÆæ.)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I&#8217;m interested in taking a service-learning course.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Students who take a course with a service-learning component will engage in community projects that are related to the course content and then reflect on the experience in class discussions or through written work. 51ÁÔÆæ has many service-learning course offerings so that students in various disciplines can learn through this powerful pedagogical practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have questions about service learning, please contact Laurie Marks, director of the Center for Community Based Learning, Leadership, and Research, at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:lmarks@uwm.edu\">lmarks@uwm.edu<\/a>&nbsp;or 414-229-3161.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/community\/students\/academic-service-learning\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Academic Service-Learning<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y&amp;service_learning=Y\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fall Service Learning Courses<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I would like to work on a research project.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Would you like to work closely with a faculty member on a research project? Research experiences help build your resume by giving students valuable training in a specific field guided by faculty mentors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/our\/projects\/\">Office of Undergraduate Research<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I want to learn another language.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Some students might want to learn a particular language to connect with their cultural roots, while others may have dreams of travel. And learning a less commonly taught language will give you a specialized skill to expand your career opportunities. 51ÁÔÆæ teaches over a dozen languages in addition to English \u2014 find one that&#8217;s right for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=AIS&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">American Indian Studies\/Anishinaabemowin<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;coll=EDUC&amp;subject=EXCEDUC&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD\">American Sign Language (ASL)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=ARABIC&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE\">Arabic<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=CELTIC&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Celtic Studies\/Gaelic<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=CHINESE&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Chinese<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=FRENCH&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">French<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=GERMAN&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">German<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=GREEK&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Greek<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=HEBREW&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Hebrew<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=HMONG&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Hmong<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=ITALIAN&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Italian<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=JAPAN&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Japanese<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=KOREAN&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Korean<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=LATIN&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Latin<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=POLISH&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Polish<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=PORTUGS&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Portuguese<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=RUSSIAN&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Russian<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=999999&amp;subject=SPANISH&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Spanish<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I want to fulfill general education requirements.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>With hundreds of courses to choose from, guest students can take general education courses that meet either competency requirements or distribution requirements. Competency requirements are designed to assure basic proficiency in oral and written communication, quantitative literacy and a language other than English. Distribution requirements are designed to provide students with a broad body of knowledge in the arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences as a foundation for specialization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;humanities=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Humanities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;ss=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Social Sciences<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;arts=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;ns=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural Sciences<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;ns_=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural Sciences with Labs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;cd=Y&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I want to fulfill a cultural diversity requirement.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;coll=L&amp;S,GLBL&amp;subject=MATH&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I want to improve my math proficiency.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;coll=L&amp;S,GLBL&amp;subject=ENGLISH&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;career=UGRD&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I want to improve my writing.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I want a gap year alternative.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Students looking for an affordable alternative to a gap year can take advantage of research opportunities, experiential learning, language study and skills-based courses here at 51ÁÔÆæ. You can explore for a semester or year focused on a discipline or theme of your choosing. Chart your own course, pursue your interests, build your resume and serve your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;service_learning=Y\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Engage with service learning.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/our\/projects\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Discover research.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/languages\/languages\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Explore languages and cultures.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.uwm.edu\/course-search\/?srcdb=2209&amp;camp=MAIN-KENWOOD,MAIN-ONLINE&amp;freshmen_eligible_class=Y\">Browse next semester\u2019s courses.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I want to audit a course. <\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>To audit a course, you would apply as a non-degree student through the <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.wisconsin.edu\/\">Universities of Wisconsin application<\/a>. More information about auditing a course can be found on our <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/auditors\/\">Course Auditors<\/a> page. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I&#8217;m interested in a certificate program.<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>A certificate program is a focused set of courses that builds practical knowledge and skills for personal enrichment, professional advancement or career change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Certificates are a great option if you want targeted learning in a specific area without committing to a full degree program, giving you meaningful academic and career preparation in a shorter, flexible format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to apply for a certificate program and review requirements here:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/apply\/certificates\/\">https:\/\/uwm.edu\/undergrad-admission\/apply\/certificates\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-and-financial-aid-for-non-degree-guest-student\">Cost and Financial Aid for Non-Degree\/Guest Student<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How much will studying at 51ÁÔÆæ cost as a guest student? You can estimate the per credit cost from the latest <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/finances\/finances\/estimating-your-costs\/tuition\/\">tuition table<\/a> as a good guide. Generally, an in-state student will pay approximately $1,700 for a three-credit class taken during the fall or spring semesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-degree and guest students are generally not eligible for financial aid. Exceptions can be made for those enrolled in eligible certificate programs or those taking prerequisite courses for admission to a 51ÁÔÆæ degree or certification program. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/onestop\/finances\/receiving-financial-aid\/non-degree-students\/\">One Stop.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-advising-and-registration\">Advising and Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you complete the admission process, you can register for classes through your <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/paws\/\">PAWS<\/a> account.<strong> It can take 1-2 business days for enrollment capability to activate<\/strong>. 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