Student Services and Support
Our role is to aid in the course selection process by understanding your experience and goals, guiding you through registration, and serving as your resource during your time at UVM. You have the goal; we can help you achieve it.
Checklist for Online Credit Courses
- Read the course expanded course description in your MyUVM portal
- Know what textbooks you need and obtain them prior to the start of the course – UVM bookstore
- Know how to log into your course on Brightspace
- Know the add, drop & withdrawal dates
- Know how to get tech support if you need it
- Know how to access the library from off-campus
10 tips for success as an online student
Read moreFirst Day of Class
- What if I do not see my class in the Learning Management System? We recommend emailing your instructor to find out when it will be available
- Plan to spend time orienting yourself to the course, course layout, structure and course expectations.
- Download a copy of the course syllabus.
- Introduce yourself on the discussion board (if your instructor asks you to do so.)
- Know where to find your course materials and activities
- Add all due dates and important course-related dates into your personal calendar
Time Management Tip
Depending on the course, plan to spend anywhere from 5-10 hours per week working on your course. Time spent will depend on the length of the course and should be indicated in your syllabus.
Every Week of the Class
- Know the day of the week when a new week or module begins. Do your best
to log in that day to identify your assignments for the week. - Set aside time in your daily/weekly schedule to log in, complete course work, assignments and/or participate in online discussions.
- If you have questions or need help with course content, reach out to your instructor immediately.
- Keep up with your coursework. It is hard to catch up.
- Develop a time management strategy.
- Check your grades frequently to access instructor feedback, and to be sure you feel like you are on track.
End of Class
- Complete the end-of-course evaluation
- Celebrate!
Checklist for Online Non-Credit Courses
Before Your Class Begins
- Know how to log into your course in Brightspace
- Know the add, drop & withdrawal dates
- Know how to locate helpful information about Brightspace.
- Know how to contact tech support if you need it
First Day of the Program
- Plan to spend time orienting yourself to the course, course layout, structure and expectations
- Download a copy of the course syllabus
- Introduce yourself to the class
- Find the lectures and activities
- Add all due dates and important program related dates into your personal calendar
Time Management Tip
Plan to spend anywhere from 5-10 hours per week working on the program.
Every Week of the Program
- Know the day of the week when a new week or module begins. Be sure to log in that day to identify your assignments for the week
- Set aside time in your daily/weekly schedule to log in, complete course work, and/or participate in online discussions
- If you have questions or need help with course content, reach out to your instructor immediately
- Keep up with your coursework. It is hard to catch up
- Develop a time management strategy
- Check your grades frequently to access instructor feedback, and to be sure you feel like you are on track.
End of Program
- Complete the end-of-course evaluation
- Celebrate!
Advising and Student Support
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Curious if your past college credits apply at UVM? Want to understand where a program will take you after completion? Looking for resources for financial aid, tutors, or UVM policies? We’re here to help.
