What Are Noncredit Courses?
Noncredit courses are skill-building opportunities open to the public, designed for anyone who wants to develop new abilities or pursue personal or professional growth. These courses do not provide academic credit and do not require admission to UM.
Noncredit FAQs for Students
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Noncredit programs, courses and certificates are open to anyone who would benefit either personally or professionally from taking them.
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Noncredit courses offer numerous benefits, primarily focused on skill development, professional advancement, and personal enrichment, without the pressure of traditional academic credit. These courses are often shorter, more flexible, and tailored to specific needs, making them attractive to a wide range of learners, including those seeking career changes or professional development.
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You can view a listing of all programs, certificates and courses available in the noncredit range under the .
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Fees can vary from course to program, you may review the fees associated with programs you may be interested online on the .
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More information about parking on campus and how to purchase your parking permit can be found at UM's Parking Services website.
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Students who are taking only noncredit courses or participating in programs and certificates do not receive the same benefits as a traditional student.
However, if the student is also a traditional student but participating in a secondary program or certificate that is noncredit then that student would receive the same benefits associated with their status as a traditional student.