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How an enrollment coach can help you

Read to find out how an enrollment coach can help you navigate higher ed, answer your questions and choose the best path for you.

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How returning adult students can benefit from an alumni network

Discover the value of an alumni network, how it can benefit your career, and the steps you can take to get involved, both pre- and post-graduation.

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Comparing UW–Madison Online and in-person bachelor’s degree programs

Should you earn your bachelor’s degree online or in person? This helpful chart breaks down the differences and similarities between these two learning formats.

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Are online degrees respected by employers? Four tips on talking about your degree in interviews or on your resume

Learn how to talk to potential employers about the benefits of your online undergraduate degree, and how it will help you thrive in a job.

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Online academic advising: Support for student success

Karen and Leanne provide online academic advising and career support to students. See what they have to say about student success and why they love what they do.

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Top paying careers in business and their degree requirements

You’ll want to browse these top paying careers in business, and education needed for these careers, noted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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How enrollment coaches help you achieve your academic goals

UW–Madison Online enrollment coaches Heather Danielson and Darren Martin talk about their role and how they help students realize their full potential.

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How to build an online degree community

Whether you’re an extrovert or introvert, there are simple things you can do to foster community in your online courses. Read these tips for creating genuine communities in your next online course, so you can reap the benefits.

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4 smart study tools for online students

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.

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5 tips for successful online learning

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.

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