The University of Wisconsin–Madison introduces a new initiative to increase access to education — UW–Madison Online. The program’s first fully online undergraduate degree in personal finance will start in fall 2020, with more bachelor’s degree options to follow in the coming years.

There are many tried and true ways of succeeding in the classroom for any type of learner. Following are some of our tips for being a top online student.

While going back to school often evokes memories of freshly sharpened number two pencils and packs of loose leaf paper, there’s a lot more to it when you’re attending university online. Putting in a little work before classes begin will help set you up for success.

The enrollment coaches at UW–Madison Online have put together five things you should evaluate when looking for an online program to earn your bachelor’s degree.