The STEM Gap in Engineering

Engineering is a rewarding field with a diverse range of potential career paths. Unfortunately, there’s a longstanding gap between the number of women and number of men in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, …

6 Soft Skills That Make a Good Engineer Great

As an engineer, you’re familiar with the long list of hard skills needed to succeed in your role. From perfecting the art of programming to understanding the fundamentals of industrial data analytics, the technical competencies …

What Is the Online Classroom Like at UW?

When contemplating the pursuit of an online degree, a common concern arises: What will the online classroom experience be like? If you’ve had any less-than-stellar experiences with online learning in the past, rest assured that …

8 Tips to Prepare for Online Engineering Classes

The journey to securing admission to a graduate-level engineering program is certainly no small feat. It involves diligently researching engineering programs across the nation, submitting applications, and eagerly anticipating the universities’ decisions. Yet, each step …

Which Engineering Program Is Right for Me?

Whether you’re searching for a program that will accelerate your current career path or pivoting from your current specialty into an exciting new role in the engineering industry, the University of Wisconsin–Madison offers multiple online …