University of Wisconsin Online Courses

Three Different Ways to Meet Your Goals!

Complete prerequisite courses, finish AAS general education credits or supplement your on-campus studies in a convenient online format. Find courses in:

With three University of Wisconsin options, you can earn transferable credits to fit your timeline and learning style. You can access your classroom anytime, anywhere, and from nearly any device. All three programs give you access to a University of Wisconsin education, along with support from your instructor and support staff.

Find the course you need in the format you want!

UW Associate of Arts and Sciences

Semester-based with three start dates annually. Courses are led by the same expert faculty teaching on campus in UW System schools.

Learn more about applying as a Special Student.

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UW Flexible Option Associate of Arts and Sciences

Start any month. Learn independently at your own pace and on your schedule, building on knowledge you already have to move through the material. Courses are taught by UW-Milwaukee expert faculty.

Learn more about the admissions process.

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UW Independent Learning

Self-paced online courses with no pre-set class times or due dates. Open enrollment means you can start when it’s convenient and you are never wait-listed. Registration is always open!

Explore the course catalog.

Have Questions or Want to Talk to an Enrollment Adviser?

Contact an enrollment adviser by phone at 1-608-800-6762, or email Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Or schedule an appointment.

UW Associate of Arts and Sciences, UW Flexible Option and UW Independent Learning are partners with UW Extended Campus and UW System campuses.