4.4 out of 5 (156 ratings / 134 reviews) Pasadena, California, United States
University of the People (UoPeople) believes that access to higher education is a key ingredient in the promotion of world peace and global economic development. It views higher education as a basic right, and believes that it can both transform the lives of individuals and be an important force for societal change.
- 6 Bachelors
- 24683 Students
- Private Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (2)
- B.Sc. Business Administration
- Associate Degree Business Administration
Computer Science & IT (2)
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- Associate Degree Computer Science
Medicine & Health (2)
- B.Sc. Health Science
- Associate Degree Health Science
About
Education
UoPeople is based on the belief that education at a minimal cost is a basic right for all qualified applicants, not just for a privileged few. The University works to open the gates of higher education to qualified students anywhere in the world by offering its programs through distance learning and by making this opportunity affordable.
Research
Every student is required to conduct research in their academic careers at one point or another. A good research paper not only requires a great deal of time, but it also requires complex skills. Research skills include the ability to organize, evaluate, locate, and extract relevant information.
Career
University of the People’s Career Service Center offers career guidance and advising for professional discovery and success during, as well as following, the completion of a UoPeople degree. The University of the People Career Service Center offers students’ comprehensive, expert guidance as well as tools to improve vital professional skills pertinent to the business world, including:
- Resume building and cover letter writing
- Job searching skills
- Interviewing techniques
- Professional networking skills
- Career planning in the area of one’s major (i.e. business, computer science)
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GSSA 2019
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Student services
The Office of Student Services is designed to assist students throughout their studies with personal attention and tools to successfully complete their degree programs. Student services provides students with both administrative and academic guidance including: university policies and procedures, course registration, as well as all other general information related to the student and university to enhance student experiences. Via our online Student Portal, students are able to access all student records, forms and transcripts, graduation deadlines and logistics, referrals to other offices along with the UoPeople Student Handbook.
Library services
University of the People Library and Resource Center (ULRC) provides students and faculty access to various collections of quality academic resources and services to support the University’s academic programs. Students and faculty have access to subscriptions via Library and Information Resources Network, a collection of over 60 million proprietary resources.
Student Life
Student clubs
The Office of Student Services provides a unique addition to traditional online universities, as gain a feeling of support and guidance as well as organization while smoothly and successfully completing their online degree and beyond. Students are also connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who will remain with them until graduation. The student's personal Program Advisor acts as his/her support system throughout their studies. The personal Program Advisor will be happy to answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice and offer encouragement throughout the student's studies.
Accreditation
- University of the People is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission.
- The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
- The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Student Reviews
No second chances
Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
I have met lovely and helpful instructors and I have met instructors that tell you not to talk to them despite the school saying that you may ask your instructor if things are unclear. There is no room allowed for errors, even if you are from a different country and battle with the American language. If you are used to a different system there is no leniency in making a...
Colombian ready to go ahead!
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Affordable, flexible and good quality
Old fashioned way to learn in a digital age should be looked upon!
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I am really grateful and excited for the opportunity in studying and becoming a part of the family of University of the people because it has really been good and I have learnt a whole lot of interesting things, information participating in an online class because I have never studied in one so I think it's flexibility,ease and at your own personal space to study that has...
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