Admitted students
- Are placement tests required?
- Are there any proctored exams where I need to go to a testing site?
- How do I get my textbooks?
- How long will it take for my transfer credits to be officially evaluated?
- I’ve been admitted! What are my next steps?
- What does orientation look like?
- What resources do I have access to as an online student?
- When do I register?
Are there any proctored exams where I need to go to a testing site?
Some courses may include proctored exams, but for UW–Madison Online, most can be completed remotely using online proctoring software. A few specialized courses might require an in-person testing location, but these are rare. Your course syllabus will specify any proctoring requirements.