Things you should know before enrolling at Western Governors University

[@Alyssavalentine_]

@everyone Posted a short explaining how to get the WGU gift ! Hope it helps !

[@alexbozza6139]

I love the content but also your show of personality!! Great content all around!

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Thank you!! I’ll try to be myself more often 😂

[@koriticial374]

how do you like it. I am starting Cloud Computing in march and I am an engineer at Amazon. Im excited to start and get my degree. How do you like it so far?

[@donaldhazelwood665]

Alyssa, this was an awesome post. You confirmed a lot for me to make me feel a little better in knowing my enrollment process in on track :D Thanks. Hopefully, I'll be able to start in May (1st). Question: can you send me a link to the external webcam that was suggested? Thanks again, Don Hazelwood

[@ohiosimmer9716]

Thank You for the information. Just Enrolled. :)

[@bradymack]

Haha I went with the cup but I’ve heard great things about the blanket. Good luck with the program!

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Gotta stay hydrated! 😂 Thank you, you too!

[@lenalingreen7596]

Right now I am in the WGU Academy and as soon as I graduate PACA, I’ll be automatically enrolled into the university to study health information management. (HIM)❤

[@jbs2763]

This might be above your above grade ma'am, but is the FASFA going to be required if I'll be paying cash? Also, just found your channel and I'm planning on enrolling in the BSCC program later this fall.

[@M.W.777]

Thanks much! I plan on starting in about 2 months -- best wishes

[@jessicaalcaide]

What is a good place to apply for scholarships?

[@bsladewest7394]

Can you please share the link for the webcam?

[@michaelaswiney5587]

Where did you purchase the webcam?

[@meldaaveja1638]

Thank you. Very helpful

[@xinn3]

What type of webcam you purchased?

[@LivingwithKathlina]

I’m trying to figure out where you can see the date of the course content. I don’t want to pay for old course content.

[@emilygraham2460]

I applied 2 days ago and everything is already completed for my transfer! I was expecting 3-4 weeks, maybe having to delay start, but nope! I could have started tomorrow, lol..

[@JlNXED]

Did you find you had to use a tripod? I was gonna get a cheaper webcam that still meets what they require and attach it to my monitor as it is high

[@Alyssavalentine_]

I personally just bought the specific one that my mentor emailed me a link for to be safe. But, I would imagine that as long as your set up meets their requirements so that they can fully see you, your computer and your desk, I don’t believe there would be an issue. 😊

[@1musikgeek]

Great vid! Did they give you an option to get the blanket, do they ask? I too want a blanket!!!

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Thanks for watching! You get to choose between a blanket or a cup (at least those were the choices when I got mine!) They also send you a little white board to use on your exams 😊

[@surepikinofJesu]

I just started the Net+ eng program in June. what laptops do you recommend and how do i receive a welcome package? I never received one

[@metadevgirl]

Awesome! Good luck with your start! Thanks for the info. I’m getting ready to start the Computer Science program later this year to deepen my Software Engineering experience and start heading down a PhD track! Did you transfer credits or are you taking most of your courses through WGU?

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Amazing! Good luck! I transferred in credits!

[@nancyhernandez802]

I know laptops have to have certain requirements. I am going for RN to BSN. What laptop did you use?

[@praybiotics]

Do you have a professor? Like someone that can do a reference letter of admission?

[@brookekoosmann]

I am a little sad I didnt get a welcome blanket lol

[@jessicawright605]

How did you get a blanket? Mine was all this random stuff to get anything

[@brookestage2452]

You said “you could get through a bachelors degree in 6 months.” Is that seriously true? Like, will they allow you to accelerate THAT much if you work hard enough? Or do they put a block on you at some point if you are passing too many courses, etc.

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Yes, it’s true. WGU does not block you from taking as many courses as you can finish. If you’re starting from zero credits, I also recommend watching my cheap college series where I talk about 3rd party sites (like Sophia.org) to accelerate your WGU degree even more. Hope that helps! ✨

[@genzprepper954]

Hello. What is the webcam.

[@darrilynbutler9559]

What is the link for webcam?!?!?

[@Panzer2020]

my dad about is about to start his MBA at GWU... tried to use his new camera on me! I said NO! 👈🐶

[@ivonnezuniga4936]

Are the classes designed as an 8-week class?

[@Alyssavalentine_]

The classes are all at your own pace, so you can start a new class as quickly as you can finish one. :)

[@shouayang4690]

Is it doable to do one class a week?

[@irmanox]

How did you request your welcome kit? 😢 I never received mine, I started on January. 😊

[@gardenyanoor1489]

Same I received nothing in the mail from WGU. I’m in the prelicensure BS nursing degree. Maybe that’s why?

[@Picsofdanii]

@@gardenyanoor1489 i know some people in the prelicesure program who got a welcome gift

[@gardenyanoor1489]

@@Picsofdanii really!?? damn I didn’t get anything 😭

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Just Posted a short explaining how to get it! ❤

[@kemisthekid8782]

what's the webcam model?

[@r.z.j.8261]

Bsn rn prelicensure is $6, 430 + $230

[@Bratenzie]

Do I have to do FASFA? Like is it required?

[@allenshay49]

Yes

[@Bratenzie]

@@allenshay49 damn that sucks, bc of my parents I can’t fill it out til I’m 25 •_• guess I got some time to save lol

[@ceciltaylor9319]

​@@Bratenzie If your parents can't/won't fill it out, then you can get special status to apply as independent.

[@Bratenzie]

@@ceciltaylor9319 ooo good to know I’ll look into that, thank you!

[@ceciltaylor9319]

@Mack You also only have to fill out FAFSA if you're planning on using financial aid. If you do a payment plan/ pay it off then it won't be necessary

[@bigfunluxury5658]

I have subscribed from Ghana

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Welcome! ✨

[@destinybelen]

Did you drop out of Liberty University? I'm confused

[@Alyssavalentine_]

No, I graduated from Liberty with my first bachelor’s.

[@destinybelen]

@@Alyssavalentine_ Oh nice, so you're going for your second?

[@destinybelen]

I am thinking of applying to Liberty University and I really enjoyed watching your video and would appreciate some guidance

[@Alyssavalentine_]

@@destinybelenI had a great experience at Liberty! I am returning there for my masters. WGU was an option for a quick career change for me, personally. As far as Liberty, You can also transfer in 3rd party credits from Sophia, Straighterline, etc as well to accelerate your degree (like WGU.) 😊 It all depends on what your plans are for the future and the type of learning format that you prefer.

[@El_Senor_Araujo]

How do I get a gift was it in an email?

[@realangelsobo]

do they not provide a webcam?

[@Alyssavalentine_]

They provide a link of options to choose from but you have to purchase it yourself.

[@ADailyDoseOfGrace]

You scared the crap out of me when you jumped up

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Not the jump scare 😩😂

[@trejackson7195]

Hey

[@sakilahmed5904]

Does WGU provide offline degree?

[@Alyssavalentine_]

As far as I’m aware, it is a fully online school as of right now 😊 However, there are multiple graduations per year in person that take place in different states to give students an opportunity to walk.

[@sakilahmed5904]

@@Alyssavalentine_ Thank you

[@azmkhanofficial6091]

wgu way better university so far i saw lot of people did that 6 term. i am gonna do from next summer. lets do it.

[@Ghstownlv]

never got my welcome Gift been in WGU for 2 months...

[@gardenyanoor1489]

I haven’t received a single thing from WGU in mail. Not even a mailed acceptance letter 😢

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Just Posted a short explaining how to get it! ❤

[@theblessedprices5100]

A gift. Wow I'm a bit upset that I got nothing. Lol

[@trevonanthony50]

Do you need a pc computer

[@Alyssavalentine_]

Any computer ! 😊

[@thugwafflebro8062]

Oh my goodness you’re beautiful 😍