Frequently Asked Question
I’M ALREADY ON CAMPUS
- If I am already on campus, can I mix on-campus and online
classes together to complete the Certificate?
Yes.
- I am completing a degree at the University of
Wyoming; do I have to complete all the requirements for the Certificate prior to the completion
of my UW degree?
No. One of the nice features of the Certificate program, unlike majors or minors, is that it is not
dependant on your degree. The Certificate program can be completed before, during, after or even
without the degree.
- I am a student at the University of Wyoming
and wonder if I will get as much from an online section of one of these classes as I would
if I took the class on campus?
Some students report that they get more from online classes, as they are very thoroughly developed and
taught. Other students say they get more from actually attending a class in person. We suggest you
talk to an advisor, other online students and take the quiz at this
link
to help you in making your decision. Remember, learning tends to be very individualized and one form
of instruction may not be best for everyone!
PERSONAL AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
- I have no background in real estate, will I be lost in
these classes?
No. Courses are taught assuming no previous background in real estate.
- How do I decide if distance education is for me?
Online education is not for everyone. Success as a distance student requires a strong commitment to
completing work independently and on time. Following written directions, in print and online, understanding
those instructions and being able to communicate through writing are important to all students' success,
especially distance students.
- I am not a computer geek, will I survive in an online
class?
YES! However, being comfortable with the internet and e-mail is a plus! Having a
basic understanding of different computer software is also helpful. If you are nervous, join the group!
Many students are scared when they take their first online class, but usually find that they end up
really enjoying it. In other words, you do not have to be a “computer geek” to survive an online class!
- What are the technical requirements for online
courses?
This link
will lead you to a checklist of requirements that your system should meet in order for you to
get the best online educational experience at the UW. If you don’t have some of the software,
this page will also lead you to some free downloads.
- Do you have a course demo available?
Yes, this link will take you to a sample of an online course. If you would like further
information regarding our classes, please contact us.
QUESTIONS ON REGISTRATION
- Are there any prerequisites required for your
courses?
Any student enrolled in the real estate
certificate courses who is pursuing a degree at the University of Wyoming must meet all course prerequisites.
If a student is enrolled only in the Real Estate Certificate Program (not a University of Wyoming degree
program), course prerequisites are not strictly enforced. However, the instructor reserves the right to
determine if the student has the necessary academic/work experience background to successfully
complete the course. You may want to check with the individual instructor to determine whether
you have enough background (whether it be in computer science, math, statistics, etc.) to succeed in the course(s).
To avoid problems regarding prerequisites, all students must indicate their intention of pursuing the
Real Estate Certificate. This may be done by contacting Joan Downham, coordinator of the Business Online
Programs at real-est@uwyo.edu or 307-766-2363.
- Do I need to be admitted to the University of Wyoming
in order to register for Outreach School courses?
Students not seeking a UW degree must apply to the University of Wyoming as a non-degree
undergraduate. Degree-seeking students must apply and be admitted to the university.
Application forms may be found online at http://uwadmnweb.edu/admissions/apply_now.asp.
- Do I have to be admitted to the University of Wyoming to
take one of the real estate courses? What if I want to pursue the Real Estate
Certificate?
You do have to be admitted to the University of Wyoming to take an individual class or to complete
the entire six-class certificate program.
- How do I apply to the Real Estate Certificate Program?
- You must first be admitted to the University of Wyoming.
- Go to the OnLine UWYO
(http://ecampus.uwyo.edu/) site and click on the admissions link.
- Once admitted to UW, then apply for admission to the Real Estate Certificate Program. Click on the following link to go to the
application - Real Estate Certificate Application.
- How do I register for classes?
- You must first be admitted to the University of Wyoming and the Real Estate Certificate
Program. (Refer to the FAQ "How do I apply to the Real Estate Certificate Program?" as seen above)
- Understand the prerequisites. (Refer to the FAQ "Are there any prerequsites required for your courses?" as seen above.)
- Go to http://outreach.uwyo.edu/ocp/register.asp to register for classes.
- Pay your tuition and fees.
- If you are a graduate, it is very important for you to contact Joan Downham (real-est@uwyo.edu)
for information regarding the amount of tuition you will pay.
- What is the cost of the program?
- A $750 program fee will be assessed to all new certificate students, in addition to
tuition/online fees and textbooks. You will not be required to pay the fee, until you have officially been admitted
to UW and also to the Real Estate Certificate Program.
- Undergrad Students: Currently the $402.00 for a 3-hour course includes tuition ($94.00 per credit hour)
and the online fee ($40.00 per credit hour). Notice: Fees may change. Go to this
link for more
specifics.
- Graduate Students: Graduate tuition will be $159.00 per credit hour plus an online fee of
$40.00 per credit hour. Therefore, a 3-credit hour course will be $597.00.
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