University of Wisconsin-Platteville Distance Learning
University of Wisconsin-Platteville Distance Learning
Pioneers in Distance Education for More Than 25 Years

  Online
    Introduction
    Course Scheduling
    Tuition and Fees
    Registration
    Textbooks
    Special Requirements for this format
 
INTRODUCTION FOR ONLINE
The online courses are set up in a highly interactive format that allows students to communicate with their instructor and classmates. Students sign up for courses each semester and participate in a virtual classroom environment, completing both individual and team assignments via the internet. Discussion segments are also a requirement of the online classes, but are done in an asynchronous format, so students are not required to be online at a specific time. Students who pay their tuition by the priority registration deadline will receive access to the class one week prior to the actual start of the class. This gives students an opportunity to review the content of the course and participate in the online orientation to the course software, prior to the official first day of class.
 
COURSE SCHEDULING FOR ONLINE
Course availability is determined by semester. To view a long-range tentative course rotation schedule go to the online advising page for the program you are interested in.
 
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TUITION AND FEES FOR ONLINE
    	Cost per Credit - effective Spring 2008
		$325* per credit for undergraduate courses, regardless of residency.
		$575* per credit for graduate courses, regardless of residency.
		$10 per course, processing fee--non-refundable.
		*Textbook fees not included.
	*Application Fee
		Undergraduate        $35.00 
		Graduate             $45.00 
		(One time fee for matriculating students--non-refundable.)

		Online courses must be paid for in U.S. dollars by check,
	money order, or credit card (Visa or MasterCard).
	Financing Assistance.
*NOTE: Undergraduate and graduate admission applications, both domestic and international, postmarked or electronically submitted on or after September 1, 2008, are subject to the new application fee rates (Undergraduate - $44, Graduate - $56) irrespective of the applicants' starting term.

 
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REGISTRATION FOR ONLINE
Registration instructions for special and matriculated students (defined here) wanting online courses.
 
TEXTBOOKS FOR ONLINE
You will have at least one assigned textbook for each course in which you enroll.  You are welcome to buy your books anywhere that is convenient for you.  However, it is your responsibility to obtain the correct book (and appropriate edition) that is listed for your class. You may order your books from our supplier. Materials for the online courses can be purchased from MBS via phone, fax, internet or mail.
Textbooks can be ordered through MBS at:

MBS Direct
2711 West Ash
Columbia, Missouri  65203

http://direct.mbsbooks.com/uwlearning.htm

800-325-3252  (phone)
800-499-0143  (fax)

When ordering textbooks, please provide MBS with exact course numbers and titles to identify your courses and texts. You will also need to identify yourself as UW Learning Innovations students who are enrolled in the UW Platteville program.
 
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ONLINE
Our online course delivery system recommends the following minimum system requirements for your computer's hardware and software needs: http://learn.wisconsin.edu/page.asp?page=software



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Print-Based
    Introduction
    Course Scheduling
    Tuition and Fees
    Registration
    Textbooks
    Special Requirements for this format
 
INTRODUCTION FOR PRINT-BASED
The print-based courses are set up on an individualized, self-paced basis, which allows ultimate flexibility for each student. After registering for a course, students are sent a course manual (written by a faculty member), which is used as a guide to complete the course. Written assignments, reading assignments, competencies, objectives, and exam preparation are a part of each module of a print-based course. The course manual is a companion for the textbook(s) associated with each class. Each individual student determines the time frame in which they will complete the assignments and exam for the class. Students have up to one year to complete a contract.
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COURSE SCHEDULING FOR PRINT-BASED
Available upon request


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TUITION AND FEES FOR PRINT-BASED
        Cost per Credit - effective 9/1/2007
                Wisconsin Resident                     $200.80
                Nonresident                            $516.34
        Administrative fee (nonrefundable)
                Wisconsin Resident                     $10/credit
                Nonresident Student                    $10/credit
                International Student                  $25/credit
	*Application fee (nonrefundable;
		applicable to all non-UW System
	        transfer students)                         $35
	University services fee (nonrefundable;
	        effective 11/1/2007                        
	            One course                             $60
	            Two or more courses                    $120
	Course extension fee (nonrefundable)              $30/course

		Print-based courses must be paid for in U.S. dollars
	by check, money order, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard,
	or American Express).
	Financing Assistance	
*NOTE: Undergraduate and graduate admission applications, both domestic and international, postmarked or electronically submitted on or after September 1, 2008, are subject to the new application fee rates (Undergraduate - $44, Graduate - $56) irrespective of the applicants' starting term.

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REGISTRATION FOR PRINT-BASED
After reviewing the course offerings, contact Distance Learning Center (Toll-free: 1-800-362-5460 Local: 608-342-1468).

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TEXTBOOKS FOR PRINT-BASED
Print-based courses generally require that you purchase textbook(s). This information is sent after the registration and tuition are finalized and the student is ready to begin the course. The textbook(s) can be purchased from the UWP bookstore, or by using the information on the order form, the books can be purchased from a preferred supplier.

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SPECIAL REQUIREM ENTS FOR PRINT-BASED
A print based student signs a contract agreeing to finish the course work in one year. An extension can be obtained for an additional fee.

Also, the student is responsible for finding an outside proctor prior to exams.

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  Interactive Television
    Introduction
    Course Scheduling
    Tuition and Fees
    Registration
    Textbooks
    Special Requirements for this format
 
INTRODUCTION FOR INTERACTIVE TV
Interactive video conferencing systems serve as a link between the instructor and students in a synchronous distance course. This kind of interaction allows students to learn at the same time regardless of physical distance. At UW-Platteville, instructors typically meet with a class of on-campus students in a video conferencing classroom, and through the use of video cameras, microphones, and other technologies, the class is delivered to distance students who have gathered at various off campus sites.

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COURSE SCHEDULING FOR INTERACTIVE TV
Courses ar e offered throughout Wisconsin on a time/location schedule.

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TUITION AND FEES FOR INTERACTIVE TV
The cost of a 3 credit course is as follows:
    Wisconsin Residents
        $681.24 for undergraduate and
        $1,095.27 for graduate level.
		
    Non-Residents
        $1,615.56 for 3 undergraduate credits
        $2,863.59 for 3 graduate credits

Interactive television courses must be paid for
in U.S. dollars by check or money order.

Financing Assistance
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REGISTRATION FOR INTERACTIVE TV
Registration is unique for each course. Please call the Distance Learning Center for information. (Toll-free: 1-800-362-5460 Local: 608-342-1468).

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TEXTBOOKS FOR INTERACTIVE TV
Please call the Distance Learning Center for textbook information. (Toll-free: 1-800-362-5460 Local: 608-342-1468).
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERACTIVE TV
This format requires that you be at a specific location on a particular date and time; for that reason it is for Wisconsin residents.

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