What is the nation's largest accredited university? You might be surprised to learn that it is the University of Phoenix. Founded in Phoenix in 1976, the University specializes in offering an education the working adult population.
Does the University of Phoenix have online courses?
Does it ever! Although the University offer onsite, real life classes, you can get a BS or MA taking 100% of your courses online. If you go for a doctorate, you will be required to spend about three weeks at the Phoenix campus. Research has shown that students do as well taking online classes as they do with more traditional methods.
What courses does the University offer?
The University of Phoenix has a heavy emphasis on business education so if you are interested in the liberal arts, the arts, or the social sciences it is not the school for you. Programs are offered in Business, Management, Information Systems, Criminal Justice Administration, Education and Nursing. Teachers can get continuing education credit from the University.
How much does it cost?
Tuition is $460 per credit for undergraduate students. MA candidates pay $570 per credit and doctoral students pay $645 per credit. Nursing and education are a bit cheaper. The University takes part in financial aid programs and will assist you free of charge. It offers the Federal Stafford Student Loan, the Federal Plus Loan, and the Federal Pell Grant.
What about the faculty?
All faculty have either a master's degree or a doctorate. They also hold high positions in the fields they teach. Since they are teaching online, they are not required to live in one specific place and this gives the University an edge in recruiting faculty.