You seek to advance professionally, update or renew a license, or pursue a personal interest, but are not seeking a college degree.

UNDS

You have an undergraduate degree and are preparing to apply to graduate or professional school, need to refresh your knowledge, satisfy a prerequisite, or demonstrate current academic ability. Credits earned as a University Special student typically do not count for degree credit. Direct questions about prerequisites, application requirements, or use of Special student credits toward an eventual degree to your specific graduate or professional school advisor. When you meet with your intended program’s advisor, you may find it helpful to have a Graduate/Professional School Recommendation (GPS) form completed.

UNRS

You have an undergraduate degree and want to take courses for one term to help clarify academic needs and career goals. Adult students without an undergraduate degree seeking admission to an undergraduate professional program (such as Pharmacy, Nursing, Physician Assistant, or Engineering) may be admitted as Special students to complete prerequisites at the recommendation of the program’s advisor. A GPS Form, completed by the advisor, is often required. In addition, a transcript from your former college/university may be required. The Adult and Student Services Center can clarify requirements given your particular background and interest.

UNOS

You are an undergraduate in good standing with a minimum GPA of 2.0 (both cumulative and most recent term) at a college other than UW-Madison and plan to return to that college or to attend an institution other than UW-Madison. The most recent college transcript is required. If you intend to transfer to UW-Madison apply directly to the Office of Undergraduate or Graduate Admissions.

UNVS

You want to obtain a certificate and are not currently enrolled in a UW-Madison degree program. Capstone Certificate programs serve returning adult students who wish to acquire specialized training to meet current and future job requirements. All Capstone Certificate applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent. Capstone programs do not lead to conferral of a graduate degree.

UNCS

You are from a country other than USA and wish to study at UW-Madison as part of an exchange program. International students not in formal exchange programs may be able to apply under another classification.

UNIS

You speak English as a foreign language, and wish to study it full time. Apply directly to the ESL Program as a first step.

UNES

Select this classification only if assigned by a specific professor or program. You usually apply directly to a specific program, such as Study Abroad, Advanced Placement Institute, Teacher Enhancement Program, etc. and are given information and application instructions by the program advisor. Pre-selection for a specific program or class is handled by departments.

UNPS

If you are a qualified high school junior or senior you may apply to take one course each term through either the Traditional or Youth Options Programs.

UNHS