For students who are self-motivated and looking to optimize flexibility and independence without sacrificing faculty guidance.

• Can be started at any time.
• No set deadlines for assignments. Proceed at your own pace.
• Instructors provide feedback and grading along the way.
• Exams are conducted online.
• Course expires after 5 months. Extensions can be purchased for those who need more time.

For students who want a dynamic, structured and interactive online experience to help them stay on track.

• Follow UT Austin's three semester calendars (fall, spring and summer).
• Some courses offer a preset schedule of due dates, so students can complete coursework on their own time each week.
• Some courses require students to log in to join live lectures and discussion.
• Exams are conducted online.