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?
What does orientation look like?
All newly admitted UW–Madison Online students are required to participate in SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration). In SOAR, you will:
- Complete an online course in Canvas that introduces you to available resources, tips for success, your program and the UW–Madison student community.
- Meet with an academic and career advisor virtually to discuss degree requirements, course options, resources, your questions and more.
- Plan your schedule and register for your classes.
SOAR takes about 4–5 hours to complete (spread out over a week).