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Aerial view of a small town in rural Wisconsin, with colorful fall foliage Tips for navigating college as a rural student

Students from rural communities and small towns can bring a rich set of strengths and perspectives to college — from leadership experience and resourcefulness to…

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Isadora Collins standing in front of her poster board Summer student balances class, career, community and continent-hopping

Isadora Collins is seizing every opportunity Summer Term has to offer. Between a full-time internship, an online course, international travel and volunteer work, she’s packing…

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Rachel Kane posing for a graduation picture Congrats to our most recent grads!

Earning a college degree is always worth celebrating. But for adults balancing jobs, families and other responsibilities, returning to school is more than an achievement…

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A man is sitting at his desk, reviewing building plans on his computer Going back to school as a working engineer: How to make it work

Wondering what it’s like to earn your engineering master’s degree online while working full-time?  For many students, it means continuing their day-to-day routines—going to work,…

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Student Morgan Ramsey posing in front of the colosseum Sustainability study in Italy makes big impact on rising senior

A little can go a long way when it comes to studying abroad. While some students opt to study overseas for a whole semester or…

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Graphic of a graduate contemplating various educational roadblocks Should you go to grad school? Here’s how to decide

Deciding whether graduate school will help advance your career can unleash a mind-bending set of cost-benefit questions that demand thorough research and planning. Let’s face…

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Students athletes Quinn Kuntz and Carter Gilmore posing for a picture 4 reasons student athletes say Summer Term is a slam dunk

Whether it’s basketball, football, hockey, or volleyball, there’s one thing that Wisconsin athletes can all agree on: Summer Term gives them the flexibility to complete…

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A series of photographs and postcards spread out on a table A summer tradition 140 years in the making

A series of postcards and bulletins spread out on a table. Since 1885, the University of Wisconsin–Madison has opened its doors each summer to students…

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A black and white image of a man reading a book beside another image in color of a group of students walking around Madison Summer Term is back for its 140th season

Welcome to Summer Term 2025! There’s always a special vibe to a University of Wisconsin–Madison Summer Term, but this year offers something even a little…

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Group photo of graduate Chikara Crooks and her family posing with Bucky Badger Reception celebrates 45 years of outstanding adult students

In 1981, the first Outstanding Undergraduate Returning Adult Student Award (OURASA) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison was presented to just one recipient, Sally Peterson, a…

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A graphic of a figure of a person standing on a keyboard surrounded by books. 3 tips for securing scholarships as a returning adult student

It might surprise some to learn that scholarships aren’t just for recent high school graduates. In fact, state and local institutions are increasingly investing in educational…

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Randy Gentile Wisconsin School of Business advisor shares insights and tips in new video

In this video, Randy Gentile, academic advisor and transfer manager at the Wisconsin School of Business, shares his passion for helping UW–Madison Online students overcome…

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A wall of badges How digital badging can benefit Badgers

UW–Madison learners and alumni already stand out in job interviews. But what if, with a single click, they could show employers exactly what they know…

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A graphic of a couple of students sitting in front of a monitor Microcredentials offer accessible education for evolving workforce

The world is changing more rapidly than ever these days, and with it, the job market. New technologies such as AI and evolving industry demands…

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A collage of an image of a mailbox beside another image of a man working on his computer. Innovation + access: The evolution of technology in continuing education at UW–Madison

Long before Zoom classrooms and digital discussion boards, education traveled by mail. Envelopes packed with assignments and hand-graded feedback were the lifeblood of correspondence courses…

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Your Future, Your Way podcast episode 34 cover image Episode 34: Career Support for Library & Information Studies Grad Students

Curious about career development opportunities for graduate students in UW–Madison’s Information School? The Library & Information Studies MA program provides personalized support to help you…

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A graphic of a laptop, book, a pair of glasses, and paper and pencils scattered 5 things to know about UW–Madison Online on our 5th anniversary

In 2020, the University of Wisconsin–Madison launched UW–Madison Online to expand access to flexible online bachelor’s degrees for returning adult students. Today, hundreds of students…

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Summer Term students working on laptops outside Celebrate 140 years of summer learning by enrolling for Summer Term 2025

Summer Term at the University of Wisconsin–Madison turns 140 this year! You can be part of that legacy while shaping your future with more than…

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Graphic of a laptop with various math schematics surrounding it Choosing an In-Demand Career

Researching in-demand careers and job trends can help you focus on an industry with future growth potential.

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Graphic of a robot leading two humans up columns How adult learners can enhance their education with AI

You may be tired of hearing about the transformational nature of AI in all aspects of our lives, but let’s talk about how it can…

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Exterior shot of the School of Business Academic advisors support online students every step of the way

Pursuing an online degree comes with unique opportunities and challenges, and having the right support system in place can make all the difference to a…

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A graphic of a microphone How podcasts can help you embrace lifelong learning

With the growing popularity of podcasts in recent years, there has never been a better — or more convenient — time to be a lifelong…

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Graphic featuring headshots for Anna Denucci and Chris Macintyre and the words 'Your future. Your way.' Episode 33: Pharmaceutical Sciences Career Support

Discover the incredible career development and internship support available from the Pharmaceutical Sciences: Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation program. Hear from Anna Denucci and Chris Macintyre as…

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A student wearing headphones looks at her laptop during a video chat. U.S. News ranks UW–Madison online master’s degrees among the top

New rankings from U.S. News & World Report cite the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s online master’s degrees in education and engineering as some of the best…

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