Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, Utah

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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

Students over 25 years old

84%

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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