Who can take IDL courses?
You do not have to be admitted to the University of Georgia (UGA) to enroll in Independent and Distance Learning, though many current UGA students supplement their on-campus classes with our courses. We offer a flexible option for anyone who wants or needs to obtain academic credit but cannot attend traditional campus classes. We have a diverse body of students (e.g., traditional students working on degrees, teachers fulfilling certification requirements, and adult students). A high school or home school student age 16 and over may take our courses if he/she is jointly enrolled in a college or university. IDL tuition and fees for Georgia residents age 62 or older are the same as tuition charged to any Georgia resident. IDL does not provide a “space available” option. How long does it take to complete an IDL course? The maximum time allowed to complete an IDL course is nine months, though you are strongly encouraged to finish the course in less time. You must be enrolled in the course a
