Mini-Courses GOALS (Go Out And Learn Something) Program prepares 9th and 10th graders for college and career readiness. Students gain first-hand experience through the GOALS monthly workshops and by visiting college campuses. Each of the workshops is designed with the goal of increasing the students’ knowledge of postsecondary education and how to prepare themselves to apply and enter college. Workshop topics will include postsecondary education options, college majors, financial aid, preparing for college, college applications, campus life, and career exploration.
Visits to accredited postsecondary institutions that offer various degree and certification programs in Wisconsin will expose the students to different degree options and campus settings. Through workshops and campus visits, the students will gain knowledge and experience from various departments, including but not limited to, admissions, financial aid, student support services, student organizations, advisors, multicultural offices, and through other institutional faculty/staff along with Mini-Courses college student workers.
By the end of the semester, students will have compiled a portfolio designed to strengthen knowledge in postsecondary education options, financial aid, and the college application process. Students will complete a career interest inventory and participate in career guidance and counseling.
GOALS has 30 openings per semester for students currently in the 9th and 10th grade. Parents and students will attend an orientation prior to the start of the program. Program fee is $245 for the session. DPI Pre-College Scholarships are available to students who are eligible for free/reduced lunch.
Fall 2024 Program Dates
GOALS will take place on select Saturdays from 9:00am-2:00pm
Transportation to all campus visits will depart from/return to UWM (lunch is provided)
Registration for Fall 2024 will open July 1, 2024
| Fall Semester Schedule at a Glance Campus locations are subject to change |
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| Saturday, October 26 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, November 2 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, November 9 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, November 16 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, November 23 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, December 7 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
Spring 2025 Program Dates
GOALS will take place on select Saturdays from 9:00am-2:00pm
Transportation to all campus visits will depart from/return to UWM (lunch is provided)
Registration for Spring 2025 will open November 1, 2024
| Spring Semester Schedule at a Glance Campus locations are subject to change |
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| Saturday, January 25 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, February 1 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, February 8 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, February 15 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, February 22 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
| Saturday, March 1 | Campus Visit: to be determined |
Eligibility
Students must be in grades 9-10 (2024-25 academic year).
Students eligible for free or reduced lunch may apply for the DPI Precollege Scholarship that is included in the GOALS brochure/application. You may receive a maximum of three DPI Precollege Scholarships per year.
How to Register
Please submit the GOALS application by applying online. If you have any questions please contact Mini-Courses at 414-229-6236 or by email at minicourses@uwm.edu.
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Policies and Fees
The cost for the Fall and Spring GOALS program is $245 each session
DPI Precollege Scholarships are available for students who are eligible for free or reduced lunch. The DPI Precollege Scholarship is included in the GOALS brochure/application. You may receive a maximum of three DPI Precollege Scholarships per year.
We accept check or money order made payable to the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee/Mini Courses. Please mail payments to Mini-Courses at the address listed below. If you would prefer to make payment in person, please contact Mini-Courses staff. Thank you.
UWM Mini Courses
P.O. Box 413
Milwaukee, WI
53201
Staff
Tricia Maldonado
Pre College Services Manager
414-229-6236
tmpipia@uwm.edu
Quinn McLeese
Pre College Services Advisor
414-251-9301
mcleese@uwm.edu
Contact Us
Email: minicourses@uwm.edu
Telephone: 414-229-6236
Fax: 414-229-3490
Office Location
Mitchell Hall, Room 177
3203 N Downer Ave. Milwaukee WI 53211
Mailing Address
Mini Courses –
University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
P.O. Box 413
Milwaukee WI 53201-0413