Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I have to travel between Madison and Stevens Point to take classes?

   No. Lecture classes use interactive videoconferencing, and labs are offered on each campus. The videoconference lectures have a regularly scheduled class meeting time, similar to a traditional class. Videoconference lectures are taught by a professor at either Madison or Stevens Point, and the professor and students in both locations are able to see and hear each other.

   Because of the hands-on nature of lab classes, videoconferencing is NOT used for labs. Labs are taught in person on each campus, with both campuses using the same curriculum.

   Approximately one to three times per semester, students and faculty get together on one campus for various activities such as orientation, lab tours, and capstone presentations. These activities alternate between Madison and Stevens Point, so you should expect to travel to the other campus once or twice per semester. Students and/or faculty usually carpool for these events.

2. Are the Au.D. classes all online?

   Several Au.D. classes are online; however, the majority of the classes are offered using videoconference lectures and on-site labs, as described above.

   The online classes occur during the summer between the first and second year, the summer between the second and third year, and during the entire fourth year (June-May).

   Even though online classes do not require you to be in a specific physical location, you still must “attend” online class discussions and chats regularly. When taking online classes, you will need reliable, regular access to a computer with a high-speed internet connection.

3. Since this is a joint program, will the names of both schools be included on my diploma?

   Yes, your diploma will indicate that you graduated from a joint program between UW-Stevens Point and UW-Madison.

4. Is tuition the same at both campuses?

   Yes, tuition for the joint Au.D. program is the same no matter which home campus you choose or are assigned to.

5. Are scholarships and financial aid available?

   Yes, scholarships and financial aid are available for students at both campuses. For further information, see our Financial Support.

6. How do I apply?

   Follow the steps on our How to Apply page.

7. What are the chances that I will be assigned to my preferred home campus?

   We recognize that you may have important reasons, such as work or family obligations, for requesting a specific home campus. For that reason, we make every effort to assign you to your preferred home campus.

   However, the number of students at each campus must be limited in order to provide all students with sufficient and broad clinical opportunities. If your preferred home campus is full, then you may be assigned to the other campus.