Flexible Learning

Courses offered at a variety of time (evenings and weekends) and in nontraditional formats (distance, blended, and intensive learning) help working adults continue their education without leaving their employment.

Capstone Certificates

These programs allow working professionals who already have degrees to gain additional graduate-level expertise and certification without pursuing a graduate degree. Designed for nontraditional students and working professionals, Capstone Certificates reflect a focused collection of graduate-level courses approved by the Graduate School.

The Odyssey Project

Guided by Prof. Emily Auerbach and Prof. Marshall Cook of Continuing Studies. Economically disadvantaged students earn six undergraduate credits that they can apply towards a degree. Learn more: odyssey.wisc.edu/

UW-Madison Summer Session

Continuing Studies administers Summer Session on the UW-Madison campus, including academic, administrative, budget, student services, marketing, and research support for the approximately 1,000 class-based courses and 800 independent study courses offered in 70 sessions between late May and mid-August.

The Visiting International Student Program (VISP)

offers students visiting from outside the United States the opportunity to become an official UW-Madison student and to take regularly scheduled classes with degree students. Visiting international students enjoy all the benefits of degree students—you may join clubs; use libraries, computer and sports and facilities; and have full access to all student support services.