The truth about WGU | My honest review of Western Governors University

I am a current WGU student. In this video I share my experience as well as what you can expect of you enroll at Western Governors University.
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[@TXMEDRGR]

I was a faculty student mentor in the MSN program for five years and completed an MS in Management through the business school, so I've been on both sides of the equation, so to speak. Students completing extra courses is uncommon, and most students work hard to complete the minimum number of required courses in the allotted time. Moving lots of extra courses into a term is possible but not the norm for most students. WGU is not a degree mill, so be prepared to work. Having prior knowledge of a subject is helpful but not necessary, the course and the requirements are very well laid out and understandable for the student. However, it is hard work, and passing is not guaranteed. Both your faculty student mentor and faculty instructor want to help you and see you succeed. I highly recommend WGU as a both faculty member and a student.

[@krissythewhimsy]

Thank you for giving the faculty perspective!

[@jlf13766]

Do you think this is because its new for many students, that they only require the minimum required? I am interested and applied, and I currently go to SNHU. I'm definitely one of those who will breeze through, I have more time though as a single guy with no kids. Just a full-time job.

[@TXMEDRGR]

@@jlf13766 It all depends on how much time and effort you are willing to put into the problem. As I said, it's not a degree mill and requires actual college-level work.

[@xlr8techtv576]

Can I get a job there?

[@justanotheryoutubefan8070]

So great to hear a review from a current student! I am considering the BS in software engineering. i completed my BA in 2022 in two pretty irrelevant fields so i really wanna get a BS.

[@krissythewhimsy]

Go for it! WGU has been good to me! All the best 🤩

[@dianagetz]

Thank You for your review video!

[@krissythewhimsy]

You are welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@eriksalmon]

I started August 1st in the BS-Cybersecuity at WGU. I have also had a great experience so far.

[@krissythewhimsy]

Congrats on your journey! Happy to hear you have also had a great experience!

[@hamiltonneves2373]

what you recommend to a fresh start like me, idk anything about cybersecurity@@krissythewhimsy

[@ldkellandshaw]

How are you finding the individual method of studying?

[@legal60luv79]

I’m so happy for you and I’ll be praying for all of your success going forward. If I don’t know nothing else I know that Gods got you. I took a course years ago and completed it. We moved and I was ready to work in the field so I called to get a copy of my license and the person I spoke to was so nasty and rude I never called back. I learned a valuable lesson , nothing can stop what God has for you.

[@krissythewhimsy]

Amen to that! I’m realizing more each day just how much God has been keeping me 🤩 you are right none can stop what God has for you 💚 God Bless you

[@tanyarsandoval7929]

Im starting Oct 2nd thanks so much for sharing!!

[@krissythewhimsy]

You are welcome! Excited for you! You will love it

[@pearl1400]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Really appreciate it.

[@xlr8techtv576]

WHy do I have to be in the country to do the degree if its online? I called and asked them.

[@krissythewhimsy]

You are welcome!! Glad it helped

[@krissythewhimsy]

Oh I didn’t know that

[@The_GrowingGardener]

Thanks for the great info

[@krissythewhimsy]

You are very welcome!

[@kellymalone3957]

I waited 3 months between MSCIA and MBA. It really helped to take the time off and recharge. The Master's programs are very reasonable in the number of courses. Your instructor will provide a 12 month accelerated schedule since most Master's programs are scheduled for 18-24 months.

[@krissythewhimsy]

Thank you for sharing that. I’m looking at going for my masters as well so good to know they map out an accelerated option.

[@gigi8209]

Krissy I'm super nervous starting 10/1 I haven't been to school in 20 years I'm going for the BS health and human services

[@krissythewhimsy]

Congratulations on getting started! I understand your nervous but I think you will find it goes well for you. Everyone is very supportive including your mentor who will be there to offer encouragement on your journey 🤩

[@bethgalvan6655]

Late reply! But how many classes have you finished since starting 10/1?

[@mrmartywaring]

I completed my MSML from WGU & I enjoyed it. I completed my Master's program within four months

[@krissythewhimsy]

Congratulations on your achievement and in record time! 🎉🎉🎉

[@mrmartywaring]

@@krissythewhimsythanks!! I also completed an MBA degree at another school with credits from WGO

[@krissythewhimsy]

@@mrmartywaring oh wow! That’s what I’m currently pursuing at WGU

[@ebonyeyes22]

Great video sis

[@krissythewhimsy]

Thanks sis ❤️

[@user-sh6sr6pe3c]

Спасибо за качественый контент}

[@krissythewhimsy]

Thank you so much

[@denko44]

Current Healthcare management BA student. Mostly good experience. The Healthcare classes suck, in terms of how the info is presented. All the business classes have been pretty enjoyable.

[@krissythewhimsy]

Thank you for sharing that with me! I’m sorry to hear about the health care classes. In getting ready to start the mba so I’m looking forward to the business classes.

[@denko44]

@krissythewhimsy good luck! There's nothing that I can do about them so I gotta get through them as they are. Maybe my feedback will change things for the future classes.

[@krissythewhimsy]

@@denko44 thank you! And maybe it will help

[@denko44]

@@krissythewhimsy sounds like they will revamp those classes this spring. I sure hope they're gonna be better.

[@ingrid2543]

Good content

[@krissythewhimsy]

Thank you 🤩

[@manishamgr303]

Hi 👋 Is there any possibility of getting RN to BSN program online from their home country if you are an overseas nurse who just passed the NCLEX RN? What about the clinical placements?

[@krissythewhimsy]

Honestly, I am not sure as I pursued the educational track for my bachelors. However, they have a wonderful team of admissions counselers that could better answer your question. I wish you the best in pursuing your degree :)

[@jslim49]

I'm starting Oct 1st . I will be getting my Bachelor's degree information Technology .

[@krissythewhimsy]

Congratulations on starting. You’ll love it 🤩

[@patrickkaguamba9215]

Hello fellow cohort doing same thing

[@NaexStreet]

Starting April 1st, Im going for my Bachelor of ScienceIN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

[@krissythewhimsy]

Congratulations! I think you will love it 🤩

[@NaexStreet]

Thanks to you❤️ because I was so skeptical but I can tell you made the best decision for yourself and it definitely has me inspired to give it a try ❤️

[@Liam69400]

Does anyone feel that with all of the people finishing in a few months, people will stop taking it seriously? Especially the MBA. I just don't see how you can learn the material in that timeframe. Just my opinion. I went there and found the classes really good, but the support and customer service was slow and horrible. I seem to be in the minority though!

[@krissythewhimsy]

That hadn't crossed my mind before but I can definitely see the validity of your question. I hope people continue to take it seriously though!

[@TXMEDRGR]

In my experience as both a student mentor and a graduate student, few people are finishing in a few months. The vast majority take 18 months to two years to finish, and many never finish at all. WGU is not a degree mill. I posted a longer statement about the school earlier and provided more information.

[@dennisdow]

Former Course Instructor here. No, they won't stop taking it seriously because of how hard it is to fake your way through. You really have to know what you are doing to pass. The problem you are concerned about has been a focus of the school since it's inception.

[@jv-sc1fs]

How long did it take to finish your program ❤

[@krissythewhimsy]

I took the loooooong route and it’s taken me four years. But that’s the slower pace most people finish much sooner than that by accelerating their program 🤩

[@johnsamuel6080]

I learnt its not for people outside U.S . This hurts so much

[@krissythewhimsy]

That’s unfortunate! I hope you find something comparable to where you are.

[@danqfrank44]

Do you mean that even as an American you can’t shop there or that it’s not available to other nationalities?

[@thatgirllis2454]

@@danqfrank44you have to live in the US to attend...

[@dennisdow]

@@thatgirllis2454 I was a Course Instructor and had at least 1 student in Canada. The only "hangup" I can think of is they need to ship some things to you at the start. If you used a VPN and had all your "stuff", I'm not sure how they would detect you weren't physically there.

[@AshleeNycol]

Do you think WGU Information Technology course is good for beginners- no prior tech experience/knowledge?

[@krissythewhimsy]

I have heard in some of the fbook groups that it’s good for beginners and they have a lot of resources to help you if you feel lost at any point. It’s a very supportive atmosphere!

[@AshleeNycol]

Thanks so much for the feedback! May I ask the name of the FB groups, so that I may join?@@krissythewhimsy

[@krissythewhimsy]

Sure the name of the group is WGU Accelerators but if you put WGU in facebook search a bunch of other groups will come up to you may want to join@@AshleeNycol

[@AshleeNycol]

Thanks sooo much!!!@@krissythewhimsy

[@marquitacalvin4014]

Hi Ashlee and Krissy I am currently enrolled as well to a start November 1st Bachelor in Cybersecurity Information Technology as well

[@IamJohnKelly]

Please tell me is the math and English proctored

[@krissythewhimsy]

Yes the exams you take to pass the class are proctored.

[@user-il2ft8fb8v]

Need Advice! I`m 44 years old. I graduated with a Business Degree and have a Masters in Education. I`m teaching for the last 17 yrs, but wanted a career switch into Business/IT Management/Healthcare/Supply Chain career. Should I go straight Competency Based to MBA in IT in WGU or take Competency Fast Track Bachelor`s in Project Management in UMPI or UMASSGlobal? Any suggestion is welcome! Thanks!

[@krissythewhimsy]

In my humble opinion I think the mba in IT from WGU is a good option. Considering you already have a bachelors in business it would expand on that, I would think. Plus you can get some project management certifications too if you wanted to compliment the mba. Just my two cents though. Wishing you the best whichever path you choose

[@user-il2ft8fb8v]

Thank you!@@krissythewhimsy

[@TohlayaEllis-dd5vv]

Is it true you need a MacBook

[@krissythewhimsy]

No you can have a PC. I use one just fine.

[@TXMEDRGR]

I finished a MS in management and have never owned any Apple product.

[@sarasara-yo9rf]

WGU is awful! I am going for UMPI. They are scamming you on the credit you will be bringing in and all the extra fees you have to pay for this and that. Their proctor's exams are ridiculous!

[@krissythewhimsy]

I haven't heard of UMPI is that another school? Or a different program?

[@sarasara-yo9rf]

Yes, UMPI is cheaper and does have the proctoring system like WGU. It is $1500 for every 8 weeks! @@krissythewhimsy

[@denko44]

Sorry you had a bad experience, good luck @ umpi

[@user-pi7ne6in9l]

can i study am from a different country

[@krissythewhimsy]

I’m not sure if you can study internationally but reach out to them on their website to get more information WGU.edu Wish you the best

[@devion1189]

Yes. My friend was deployed and able to complete her courses.

[@TXMEDRGR]

Only if you are an American citizen.

[@brittw830]

Thank you for sharing! How are the exams? Are they proctored? Like for your actual courses/classes?

[@krissythewhimsy]

Yes, they have proctored exams that you do through a zoom session :)

[@brittw830]

@@krissythewhimsy Thank you for responding! Are they difficult? I’m thinking about enrolling in their Psychology program.

[@krissythewhimsy]

@@brittw830 No, I wouldn't say they are difficult cause they do a good job of giving you all the tools you need to prep for the exams. They are really thorough :)

[@brittw830]

@@krissythewhimsy Thank you so much! Your advice has helped me a lot!

[@krissythewhimsy]

@@brittw830 Im so glad! Wishing you all the best :)

[@ellepatton]

How many times can you re take a assessment to pass?

[@krissythewhimsy]

You have multiple attempts. They will sometimes ask you to review material with your course instructor before you take it again.

[@christoria70]

Are you open to study buddy? Please

[@krissythewhimsy]

I would be but I am done my courses. If you go on facebook there are some fbook groups for wgu students where you maybe could find a study buddy :)

[@loujon191]

Hi. What is your degree in

[@krissythewhimsy]

I have a bachelors in Educational Studies in Elementary Education but I’m now pursuing my MBA

[@loujon191]

Congratulations@@krissythewhimsy

[@krissythewhimsy]

@@loujon191 thank you sooo much!

[@robingacud]

Do they accept a bachelors degree college credits from a nationally accredited college?

[@krissythewhimsy]

I am not sure on that but the admissions counselors are very helpful. They will let you know if you give them a ring. Wishing you success!

[@denko44]

They are very liberal in what they accept. You should be good to go

[@dennisdow]

At least those that apply to your degree program, yes. Admissions will help with what they will accept.

[@raba650]

WGU accepted the credits I had from a previous bachelors so that took care of pretty much all the general ed classes I needed, except Calculus I, Discrete Math I & II as well as the Data Structures & Algorithms class ( for bs in computer science). They're actually accredited by the same organization (NWCCU) as the school where I got my first bachelors. So they're definitely legit & a non-proft school.