Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah
Western Governors University is a private institution in Salt Lake City, Utah recognized by Abound as one of its Best Online Colleges. The school serves a significant population of adult learners, with more than 114,200 undergraduates over the age of 25, and offers online coursework designed to support students balancing education with work and other responsibilities.
Overview
School Type
Website: www.wgu.edu
Accessibility
- Distance education:Yes
- Online degrees:Yes
- Career services:No
- Weekend/Evening classes:No
- Credit for life experiences:No
- On-Campus day care:No
Demographics
- Full-time undergrad students:135,822
- Undergrad students over 25 years old:114,238
- Pell Grant students:39,368
- Online and distance education undergrad students:135,822
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Students over 25 years old84%
Cost
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$9,555
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Online & Distance Programs
Bachelor's degrees offered
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(9)
- Education(9)
- Engineering(1)
- Health Professions and Related Programs(5)
- Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(6)
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Military & Veteran
Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
6,090 students
- Credit for military training:Yes
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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