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Adult students share tips for back-to-college in the fall

Our academic advising manager shares tips from learners for adult students returning to school this fall. Have a great year!

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Accessing higher education as an adult

To celebrate National Higher Education Day, we talked with one of our education experts out how adult students can better access higher ed.

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Zalissa Zongo Kafando stands directly next to Bucky Badger, who is wearing a striped shirt with the Wisconsin "W" on the front and waving. Zalissa is smiling and has dark hair pulled back in a low ponytail. She is wearing a blue floral dress with a peach-colored jacket.

Scholarships fuel success for returning adult students

First-generation college student Zalissa Zongo Kafando shares how scholarships helped her overcome obstacles and finish her degree at UW–Madison.

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Precollege programs prepare students for success

Learn how precollege programs prepare students for academic success as well as offer them opportunities to meet new friends and learn new things with UW–Madison instructors.

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Shining a light on neurodiversity in higher ed

UW–Madison Assistant Professor Megan Reilly shares her experiences as a student and teacher with autism, and how higher education is learning to accommodate neurodivergent students.

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Start the year by cleaning up your digital footprint

Learn some tips from our experts on how to assess and revive your online presence for professional purposes.

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People walk up Bascom Hill as the tree foliage begins to change colors during autumn. At right is the Law School building. In the background is the Wisconsin State Capitol building dome.

Higher education possible for undocumented students

Attending college in the U.S. as an adult student who is undocumented or a DACA recipient is complicated but not impossible. Here are some things to consider.

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Finding your groove in college as an adult student

Returning to school as an adult student can be challenging. An educational counselor shares tips to help you through the process.

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