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New tuition model makes UW–Madison online engineering graduate programs more affordable

The University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Engineering has introduced a new tuition model for most of its online engineering graduate programs, expanding access for working…

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Online master’s programs garner top rankings

UW–Madison’s online master’s programs rank among the nation’s best, offering flexible, top‑tier engineering and education degrees for working professionals.

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5 ways a professional degree can help you advance your career

In a challenging job market, professionals at every level need to think about the trajectory of their careers. 

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Comparing environmental engineering master’s programs: Which one is right for you?

Earn your environmental engineering master’s degree from a good engineering school that’s highly ranked with experienced faculty and industry-led curriculum.

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Psychoactive pharmaceutical graduates navigate a complex, in-demand field

Discover careers in the growing field of psychoactive pharmaceuticals. UW-Madison's program offers online degrees and hands-on training. Apply now!

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Information master’s student leads pioneering research at School of Nursing

Graduate student Jinghao Zhou leads innovative research at the UW–Madison School of Nursing, applying information skills to improve public health.

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Going back to school as a working engineer: How to make it work

Read on to find out how current and former students have managed to balance work and family while earning their engineering master’s degree.

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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.

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Episode 36: Career Prep for Graduate Students

Learn about Beyond Graduate School, a free, research-based career training platform available to all UW–Madison graduate students. Special guest Alissa Ewer, Assistant Dean of Professional Development and Communication at the Graduate School, shares how the platform supports students through every stage of the job search process.

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Episode 35: Library & Information Studies MA Alum Student Spotlight

Library & Information Studies alum, Lauren, shares how career services at UW–Madison helped her navigate a career pivot and land a fulfilling role as an instructional designer. 

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MS Information student Rahil Virani contributes to UW–Madison Alzheimer’s research

The Master of Science in Information program equips students with the technical skills necessary to comprehend today’s information and data systems, as well as the critical thinking, design and communication skills to govern and critique them. Rahil Virani tells his story.

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Students, alum share benefits of engineering accelerated master’s programs 

University of Wisconsin–Madison engineering students looking to advance their careers quickly are turning to the College of Engineering's accelerated master's degrees. 

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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 succeed!

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Unique internships and special projects elevate grad student experiences

Due to strong industry partnerships, the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy’s master’s programs in Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation (PPI) and Applied Drug Development (ADD) are helping students like Abdul Rasheed and Sanchez gain valuable industry experience through internships and special projects.

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Episode 33: Pharmaceutical Sciences Career Support

Discover the incredible career development and internship support available from the Pharmaceutical Sciences: Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation program.

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U.S. News ranks UW–Madison online master’s degrees among the top

UW–Madison's online master's degrees in education and engineering are among those recognized as the best in the nation for 2025.

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Planning a successful career beyond your bachelor’s in engineering

While the immediate next step may seem obvious—landing that first engineering job—your long-term career growth requires thoughtful planning. Heather Smith, director of graduate programs for Interdisciplinary Professional Programs (InterPro) within the College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, shares insights on advancing your career through intentional learning, networking and leveraging educational opportunities.

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Everything you need to know about the MS in Information – online or on-campus

As a student in the Master of Science in Information (MS Information): Campus Option or Online Option, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of advanced computing concepts, data analytics, user experience, cybersecurity and ethics. You’ll have the opportunity to become a subject matter expert with the power to influence key business decisions within organizations.

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Psychoactive pharmaceutical grads share program insights

UW–Madison’s Pharmaceutical Sciences: Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation (PPI) MS and Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation (PPI) Capstone Certificate programs could be your ticket to learning and career advancement.

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Episode 32: 2024 Highlights | Inspiring Stories and Essential Application Tips

Join us as we look back at 2024 highlights from the"Your Future, Your Way" podcast! From inspiring alumni stories to essential grad school application tips, this special episode has it all. Don't miss out on our most-played episode of the year! Listen to all of our 2024 episodes and beyond at pdc.wisc.edu/podcast.

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Episode 31: Application Assistance: Preparing for an Online Admission Interview for Grad School

Catch up with Alisha, an alumni featured in a previous episode, to learn how completing an accelerated engineering degree jump-started her career as an engineer at Apple.

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Why engineering professional degrees, and what are they?

UW–Madison Motivational Interviewing courses helped these two professionals deepen connections, build empathy and inspire positive change.

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Boost your career with professional degrees and certificates

UW-Madison Academic Advising Manager Beth Jaggers interviewed an enrollment coach about professional degrees and certificates.

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Episode 26: Application Assistance – Preparing to Apply to Graduate School

Curious about the materials required for graduate program applications? Join our recruitment staff as they share tips on preparing a high-quality application, so you can confidently apply to UW–Madison.

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