Can you get into grad school with a degree from WGU?

Generally, most schools require that a student have graduated from an accredited program. Our WGU graduates have been accepted into graduate school programs by many traditional universities.

Is WGU accredited in California?

Over 2,000 of those students reside in California. The university is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as well as by the Distance Education and Training Council.

Is Western Governors University accredited in Massachusetts?

Western Governors University is authorized to provide its educational programs in Massachusetts through a state authorization reciprocity agreement (NC-SARA).

Is WGU accredited in Virginia?

Western Governors University is authorized to provide its educational programs in Virginia through a state authorization reciprocity agreement (NC-SARA).

Does WGU transfer degrees?

If you’re coming into WGU from another institution, it’s very likely you will have some undergraduate credits that will transfer. While graduate students will also need to submit transcripts as proof of earning their bachelor’s degree, actual graduate course credit does not transfer to WGU.

Can you attend WGU from any state?

If you live in any state in the U.S. (or Guam, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands) you’re eligible to apply to WGU. While not every state has a designated WGU association, no matter where you live, you can enroll and take courses.

Are WGU degrees accepted?

Many employers are happy with the performance of WGU graduates. Some students hesitate to study online for fear that the resulting degrees will not be respected by employers. Employers will respect online degrees if they are earned from accredited online schools, and Western Governors University is one of them.

Can I transfer WGU credits?

When transferring FROM WGU. WGU is regionally accredited with the NWCCU, which is good news for anyone who wants to earn some credits with us then transfer them to another school with relative ease.