Do people respect Western Governors University?

This is a regional accreditation, which is the same accreditation as both state and private universities. This accreditation ensures that the programs at WGU are legitimate, valued, and respected.

How long does it take to get accepted to WGU?

Applying to WGU is a discovery process, that ends in an admissions decision on our end, usually within 4-6 weeks. When you apply, you learn about WGU and we learn about you, and together we can decide if it’s a compatible fit.

How many hours a week should you dedicate to your school work WGU?

studying and class work is your job. That means dedicate at least 40 hours between all of it and keep that discipline. If you are good on current subjects, expand what you are studying. Masters from WGU ~ 5 – 10 hours a week.

What is a passing grade at WGU?

Transcript Eligibility A grade of at least 70\% is required for credit recognition at WGU or to receive an ACE CREDIT recommendation. ACE transcripts reflect Pass/Fail (P/F) only.

Is WGU respectable?

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.

Is WGU full time?

Every student comes to WGU with a unique situation—working full-time, working part-time, managing family, supporting a spouse, and more.

How do WGU terms work?

A term at WGU is six months in length. Your second term would begin September 1st. Tuition is billed at a flat rate every term, so you pay for the time, not by credit hour or by course. Since you’re paying for the time, you’re encouraged to complete as many courses and assessments as you can in those six months.