Am I comfortable on the computer and on the Internet?
Your coursework and learning will rely heavily on Web research, so you need to be familiar with using search engines, online databases, and locating information in general.

Do I have time to commit to an online course?
Online courses are attractive because of their flexibility and convenience - but keep in mind that they require a significant time commitment, often 10-12 hours a week.

Am I a motivated self-learner?
Flexibility makes it easy to procrastinate. Make sure you can manage your time, prioritize, and work independently. Be your own cheerleader!

Still not sure?
Try taking a short elective. This will introduce you to online learning but without requiring a major commitment of time and energy. See how you like it, and if it works for you, take some more courses!

Additional Resources / Readiness Tests:
(ION, University of Illinois)
What makes a successful online student?
Online readiness test - will you be successful?

Online Assessment System for Internet Students (OASIS)
(You may register to use the system or log in as a guest.) OASIS is an online readiness assessment designed for students either considering an online course or currently enrolled in an online course. It provides students with the ability to check their computers for compatibility with the most popular course delivery tools and services, presents tutorials to train students how to use particular pieces of software based on the actual course(s) in which they have enrolled, and evaluates student readiness and learning styles. The Online Readiness Survey, which will assess your readiness for taking an online course, will take about 5-10 minutes to complete. The customized report, which is generated following the completion of the survey, will take about 15 minutes to review. This report will give you feedback based on your responses.