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Wgu has been a great experience as I work full time while completing a degree in Computer Science. Its allowed me to be a married father with 3 kids and complete my course material at my own pace. I'm... See more
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I love the open format. If I were familiar with the material, I could essentially test out of the course and continue with my degree. In brick-and-mortar schools, I felt stagnant. I'd finish the weekl... See more
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Being able to make fulfill my dream of obtaining my BA is one of highlights of my adult life. WGU gave me the opportunity to do so, at my own pace and time. Their flexibility with course completio... See more
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Here at WGU, we believe that talent is universal—even if opportunity isn't. Higher education is the best way to bridge that gap, but traditional higher ed wasn't built for the realities facing many of today's students. So we created a university focused on expanding access to education around the country. We've innovated with students in mind, giving them the flexibility and freedom they need to succeed in today's workplace.
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Fantastic organization that truly cares…
Fantastic organization that truly cares about its students. Help is always available and accessible. Great experience! Great instructors, mentors and staff make the challenges much more manageable and easy to succeed
25 August 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
That's awesome to hear, Charles! We know school can be a journey to power through, and we are happy to provide support throughout so our students can succeed, as you said! It really takes a village at times!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, we wish you all the best on what is next for you! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
My experience was incredible
My experience was incredible, thanks to the WGU team, staff, faculty, and board. You all did an amazing job from start to finish, making me feel proud to be a part of the WGU family.❤️
23 August 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
We are so happy your experience was so great, Marge! We try to create an environment here where our students feel supported, and we're glad to have had you as part of our WGU family! Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, we wish you all the best! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
They have taken university education to…
They have taken university education to a new level.
17 June 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
William, thank you for taking the time to give your stellar review! We are so glad to provide this type of higher education to students!
Here's a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you'd like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you'll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, best of luck! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
What made my experience great
What made my experience great? Having the ability to gain a recognized degree without having to waste years of life. I was able to access the material and learn at my own pace, while having a community (Facebook, Reddit, Discord) to help guide me and support me. Being assigned a personal mentor to reach out to when I am feeling down so they can offer guidance for my next move. The only negative towards WGU is the live proctoring that takes place as there could be issues during that process that is hectic.
17 June 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
We agree, Nathen, it is important for us to help you manage that time effectively when it comes to your degree. Your time is valuable, and we want to make sure degrees here are feasible and timely! And we love the ability to have many support resources, including help from our staff! Thank you for your feedback on the proctoring process as well. Please know this has been noted and passed on to the proper department.
Here's a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you'd like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you'll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, best of luck with what's next! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
The onboarding has been great they are…
The onboarding has been great they are very detailed and helpful
9 July 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Thank you for your review, Marquila! We are so happy to hear that you found our onboarding helpful! If you are just starting your program, we really wish you the best of luck with your degree! You'll do great!
If you have finished your program already, here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree if you have finished it! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
WGU has been the greatest blessing of…
WGU has been the greatest blessing of my life. This school has helped me restart my career and helped me see many possibilities. Forever grateful.
6 June 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Shabnaj, thank you for sharing this beautiful review! We are so glad WGU has enriched your life for the better and that it has paved the way for new opportunities within your career! We are grateful to have had you!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, all the best on what's next! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
So proud of my school
I almost did a virtual graduation and I'm so glad I didn't. The best decision ever was going to this school, and going to an in-person graduation. 10/10 will do again and was so memorable!
19 July 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Amber, we are so, so glad you loved Commencement and that you attended school with us at WGU! This is exactly the experience we want our students to have. You should be so proud of yourself for finishing your degree; you deserve to be celebrated after all the hard work!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! We look forward to what is next for you! Congrats on your new degree! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
WGU is what US higher ed needs
WGU is exactly what the current US higher ed system needs. WGU provides access to quality education independent of physical location and the ability to dedicate years abd considerable financial resources into education; it extends opportunity. I wanted to gain a US credential upon immigrating from Europe and changing industries. Holding 3 previous degrees gives me grounds, I believe, to speak to WGU’s academic rigor. WGU offers rigorous, quality education. WGU’s study materials are comprehensive, informative, and very enriching if one properly delves into them. WGU teaches timely, practical, in-demand skills, which I found incredibly useful in my work even before finishing my degree. Also importantly, the possibility to accelerate one’s studies was crucial in my decision to go to WGU and a considerable advantage, still very unique in higher ed.
4 June 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
We love to hear this, Margret, and we appreciate you for taking the time to write this! You are a true testament to success and what we try to embody at WGU! We really do strive to meet these standards for our materials, buildable skills, and flexibility, as it matters to our students! Relevant education for working adults is key to success and achieving your goals! We are so glad you found success here!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, best of luck on what's next! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
Everything was easily accessible
Everything was easily accessible. Also, the support from course instructors and program mentors helps alot too.
4 June 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
We are so glad you found everything so accessible, Johnathan! We really do want to support our students, and are so grateful that our Course Instructors and Program Mentors here are committed to that! We love student success!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, we wish you the best! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
I really loved the flexibility to work…
I really loved the flexibility to work at my own pace as life allowed- fast at times and slower at others. I had great support from my program mentor and instructors. I felt like they all wanted me to succeed.
4 June 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
We agree, Britney! Programs that are designed to aid with your busy lifestyle are exactly what we strive to provide at WGU, as well as the faculty support! We do want you to succeed, and look at you! You did! We hope you are very proud of this major accomplishment.
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree! We look forward to what you do next! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
Life-Changing Experience – Highly Recommend WGU!Earning my Master’s Degree through WGU…
Earning my Master’s Degree through WGU was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The support I received throughout the program was outstanding. My program mentor was incredibly helpful, always available to guide me, encourage me, and keep me on track.
The flexibility of the program allowed me to balance my education with work and life responsibilities, and the quality of the coursework truly prepared me for the next step in my career.
WGU’s commitment to student success is unmatched, and I’m proud to be a graduate. I highly recommend WGU to anyone seeking a supportive, affordable, and flexible path to a degree.
18 April 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
That is so cool to hear your feedback on this! This is what we love to hear! This is just the type of experience we strive to bring to our students, and we are so glad you found that our staff support, flexibility, and affordability were just what you needed! We agree, we are committed to student success, and this is a big reason why we started WGU! To bring students like you opportunities to excel, get their degrees, walk away with newfound knowledge, and be ready for what's next! Thank you again for sharing this. It is always uplifting to read reviews like yours!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! We're excited for what is in store for you! Congrats on your new degree! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
I enjoyed my Master's program with WGU!
I enjoyed my Master's program with WGU. I had good instructors and a good mentor. Thank you!
1 April 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Nicole, this is wonderful to hear that you had the support from our staff that you needed! This is something we pride ourselves on here at WGU, making sure students have what they need! We are glad you enjoyed your time here!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, can't wait for what's next! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
An Amazing School
The way that I could learn on my schedule helped not only to be able to flexibly learn important details in the courses, but it also allowed me to learn very important skills like self-discipline, motivation, and resilience. The instructors, mentors, and coaches were all amazing and truly helped me to succeed in this environment and helped me get through all of the setbacks I would face.
12 March 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Scott, this is awesome to hear! Flexibility, staff support, and success are all parts of a whole here at WGU! We are glad to see you succeed and that you felt uplifted during any setbacks you had! That is the true spirit of WGU: overcoming! Thank you for taking the time to write this.
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, we wish you the very best! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
My WGU experience
I’ve really enjoyed the platform that WGU has created—it worked exceptionally well for me as an adult learner returning to school after more than 35 years. I appreciated the ability to study independently and progress through my courses at my own pace. One of the highlights of my experience was the relationship I built with my mentor. Her support was invaluable, and it was a true pleasure to finally meet her in person at the Commencement ceremony.
That said, there were a few aspects of the program that I felt could be improved. Specifically, the number and type of required courses sometimes felt excessive. I would have preferred to focus more on classes directly related to my degree. A few courses seemed redundant, and I often found myself questioning why I needed to take them—especially when I had already completed very similar coursework within the same program.
21 July 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Orlene, thank you so much for sharing this with us! Your experience with our flexibility is something we strive for, as well as your relationship with your Program Mentor! It really takes a village to support each other here! So exciting you got to meet her!
Thank you for your feedback as well on the program structure. We are always looking to improve, and rest assured, your concerns will be passed directly to the proper department.
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! We wish you the best and congrats on your new degree! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
Best decision for your wallet!
At WGU I was able to obtain my Masters degree in under a year and propell my career forward. Their faculty was knowledgeable and helpful and the program was cost effective. Competency based learning also helped move the program at an appropriate rate for learners.
9 December 2024
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
That is wonderful to hear, Paxton! We love to provide flexible options for our students and offer our Competency-Based Learning models so you can truly benefit from the college experience! We are also glad to hear you found our staff to be knowledgeable and helpful. We love to support our students in their endeavors!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, we're excited for what is next for you! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
WGU is amazing
I loved my experience at WGU! I had always wanted to return to school to earn my Master's Degree, but like so many other working adults, I didn't have the time or money to afford graduate school at a traditional brick-and-mortar university. I eventually found WGU and was able to enroll in a program that aligned with my job (specifically, Master of Education, Education Technology and Instructional Design).
It was an amazing and informative program that let me work on my own time. They had a variety of videos, useful readings, methods for checking for understanding, mentors who checked in with you, and relevant assignments. Best of all, I could work at my own pace. Sometimes I was busy and couldn't even think about school for awhile, and that was ok. Other times, I had more free time and was able to catch up and even accelerate.
I loved the competency based method. There were some classes I was already well-versed in so I just went straight to the Objective Assessment and passed it. The Performance Tasks were also relevant to my degree/job and even fun. It never felt like busy work for the sake of busy work.
I will say that it's important for prospective students to know how to manage their time and focus. You have to have a sense of time management and work ethic. Make sure you have a decent computer and a dedicated space, especially for the proctored tests.
Overall, it was an amazing program. I hope one day to hear that WGU is offering doctoral programs!
15 May 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Belinda, this is incredible to hear! You taking the time to write this review means a lot to us, and you clearly put a lot of thought into sharing your experience with us here! We also love the flexibility and Competency-Based Learning Model! We really want our students, who are usually working adults who already have busy lives going on, to really take charge of their education! Glad to also hear that assessments met your expectations, and you implemented valuable time management skills! We will pass along the feedback to the proper department about new program offerings. We are always looking to expand WGU!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! We really wish you the best with everything, and congrats on your new degree! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
I'd recommend WGU to anyone!
It was so convenient being able to work at my own pace, the competency based program makes sure you really learn the material, the professors were so patient and helpful, and the course advisors were amazing and attentive!
13 May 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Thank you for your recommendation, Sarah! We really do love being able to offer our Competency-Based Learning Model to be able to pave the way for our students to succeed! With that comes our staff support! It really takes a village sometimes, and we want you to succeed! So, we are glad to hear this experience met what you needed!
Here’s a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you’d like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you’ll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, we're excited for your future! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
The University for YOU
Working full time, I thought finding a university that fit my lifestyle would be nearly impossible. Before choosing WGU, I researched several MBA programs that were flexible, affordable, online, and accredited. I narrowed it down to three options, and WGU stood out for three key reasons:
1. Tuition: WGU charges a flat rate per term—so the faster you finish, the more you save. If you’re self-paying, there’s a monthly payment option, and if you need a loan, that’s available too.
2. Program Structure: You study at your own pace with full access to course materials. A dedicated mentor guides you throughout the program, and each course has instructors available for support. You can also join live virtual classes and cohorts for a real classroom feel.
3. Supportive Community: The faculty and staff are incredibly approachable and helpful. I always felt supported and encouraged, which made a big difference during my journey.
WGU isn’t just flexible—it’s empowering. It made achieving my MBA while working full time not just possible, but meaningful.
21 May 2025
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Wow, this is such a beautiful statement of your experience, Junavi! Thank you for sharing! We're so glad that you found tuition here to be affordable, the program structure and support were what you needed, and that the community brought you closer to the student experience we hope all students have, even while online! We also strive to have that flexibility to help you achieve your goals!
Here's a link to our Refer-a-Friend program if you'd like to invite your friends and family to learn more. If they do, you'll get some WGU swag to enjoy too! Congrats on your new degree, we can't wait to see what's next for you! https://www.wgu.edu/lp/programs/owls-nest.html
It was great before but the military…
It was great before but the military support is the worst one there now a days. Do not want to listen to the concern of the students.
14 July 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. It is regrettable to hear the experience was not up to par with what you needed. We are always looking to continuously improve the student experience, so we truly appreciate your feedback. I have passed your review along to the proper department.
WGU's Financial aid Lies and blocks student aid
WGU will let you move through the program as fast as you want, but their finaid department is full of liars and frauds who will purposely block you from receiving the full cost of attendance, leaving you unable to pay your housing expenses for several months of your full-time enrollment. Do not recommend- go elsewhere.
9 July 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from WGU - Western Governors University
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're truly sorry to hear that you encountered difficulties with the financial aid process. At WGU, we strive to support our students both academically and financially, and it's concerning to hear that you felt misled or unsupported.
Your feedback is important, and we take these matters seriously. We encourage you to reach out directly to our Student Services or Financial Aid team so we can better understand your situation and work toward a resolution. Our goal is always to ensure that students have the resources they need to succeed.
We appreciate your time and honesty, and we wish you the very best in your educational journey.
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