University Of Phoenix
By Rozie37
@Rozie37 (15499)
Turkmenistan
December 27, 2007 8:16pm CST
I am considering taking a course at the University Of Phoenix. I have an appointment with a representative, next Wednesday at 1:30p.m. I want to get excited about it, but I am not sure about this schools accreditation.
I looked them up at BetterBussinessBurearu.com. but there was nothing. I was wondering if anyone knew anything about this school?
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12 responses
@AmbiePam (120685)
• United States
29 Dec 07
They have a couple offices around here. From all I have heard about them, they are legitimate and are very good with the quality of the courses they offer. It might be a little expensive, but of course that depends on how many classes you are taking. But that IS exciting!
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@devilsangel (1817)
• United States
29 Dec 07
I attend school with them via their axia program and starting next year I will be doing their on-campus program. They are a nationally accredited school. The reason why they are so popular is because their program was geared toward military and military dependents for a long time. They are a really good school and their program is an set up nicely. Like any other college or university out there if you don't put forth the effort you will get nothing out of it.
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@marciascott (25529)
• United States
1 Jan 08
I am jumping in this discussion, why didn't you P.M her to tell her what you thought, that would of been more private. That would of been the more sensible thing to do don't you think?
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@Rozie37 (15499)
• Turkmenistan
1 Jan 08
Thank you so much for your response. The reason I had not gotten back to you is that you were saying nice things about the school, but I wanted to also hear from the people who could confirm what I had already read and thought about the school. I am glad that it is going well for you, but I don't believe it is the right school for me.
If I am going to invest all that time and money, I want the best opportunity that I can get. I just don't feel that this school can offer that to me personally.
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@devilsangel (1817)
• United States
31 Dec 07
Wow.. what I find funny is I actually took the time to tell you about a school I actually attend and answer your question and you ignore me completely. You answer all that haven't attended or have no idea about the school.. makes one wonder how intrested you really are.

@newzealtralian (3930)
• Australia
28 Dec 07
I have no idea about the Universities your way. I have heard of this one though, and I believe it has a reasonable reputation. You just got to do your homework ( lol ) to find one that suits your needs.
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@vera5d (4004)
• United States
29 Dec 07
I have heard of them, but never tried it...i honestly do not know if it is regarded highly or not...
there are a lot of great ways to learn very cheaply or completely for free...on a resume instead of listing a school and degree, you list them as "continuing education" or other fluffy word...Here's my list:
1. Go to your community college's website (most have them unless you are in a very rural area)...you can take specialized courses, earn entire training certificates, sign up for their semester programs, etc. - some even have online classes available - i did 1 whole semester telecommuting while pregnant w/my son & after his birth...i went in to campus 1 or 2 times.
2. Don't waste money on text books. I had a 4.0 with no books...I am not kidding! you can usually find all the info you need online or at the library - just need to apply it to your papers & quizzes and tests...take detailed notes during class. You will know within 3 weeks of a class if you need a book or not...if you don't need it, don't buy it! teachers rarely assign homework...if they do, ask them if you can get a photocopy of the questions that need answered or borrow their book to write them down...if they refuse, don't sweat it - homework is usually NOT the bread & butter of your overall grade.
3. Offer to volunteer somewhere if you are looking to learn something new...very few people will turn down someone working for free just to learn how to do a job...
4. Check libraries, churches, etc for sponsored classes...a lot of them have seminars for free or discounted, depending on what you are considering.
Wow...sorry this was so long!! thanks a bunch - you just gave me inspiration on something to write about!
@Rozie37 (15499)
• Turkmenistan
29 Dec 07
Actually, you would not believe that I live right across the street from Santa Monica College. I really never wanted to go there, but if I can take the classes that I need online, that will be great, I will check it out.
I have went to some community colleges(three) before and I basically hated it. Too many young people. I would prefer to go where there are more people my own age. Anyway, I guess it would not hurt to walk across the street and talk to someone.
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@sedel1027 (17846)
• Cupertino, California
4 Jan 08
I attended there for awhile and almost went back. The reason I didn't was because of the cost and that I decided to change majors. They are full accredited and most employers are aware that they are a good school. I love the fact that they have an in house, online, and online & campus options. Personally, I like online only, but the fact that you can do your first and last class in house and the rest online appeals to me as well.
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@teapotmommommerced (10359)
• United States
28 Dec 07
University of Phoenix is a well known highly thought about college. A friend of mine use to teach a couple of the on line classes and another friend just finished getting her Bachelors and Mastards in Nursing through Pheonix. She did really well. I do not know how hard it is to take a coarse or anything about the classes I just know my friend did well in the coarses.
I took on line coarses through Kaplan college and loved it. I had to quit because of my illness and now the money.
What ever college you choose good luck
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@Rozie37 (15499)
• Turkmenistan
28 Dec 07
Was your friend able to find a good job through them? I read that employers consider candidates from this school as inferior. There is actually an entire internet site dedicated to bashing this site. But the BetterBussinessBurearu.com has a good report on them. I guess I will have to pray on it.
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@pastorkayte (2255)
• United States
31 Dec 07
they are between 2 and 3 hundred per credit hour plus the cost of books, and the cost of proctored exams. If you take a soft course load of 2 classes it will cost almost 1500 dollars and if you get financial aid, you dont pay now but you will when you have to repay loans. If you are looking for a school that is accredited by the board of education and is lower priced go to the DETC website.
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@pastorkayte (2255)
• United States
30 Dec 07
It is accredited by the DETC which is a registered accreditation company by the Department of Education, No worries it is a great school, I did not go their myself but I checked them out when I was looking for a college. They are accredited but they are also expensive. Good luck.
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@makemoneywithadsense (431)
• Cambodia
11 Jan 08
Well they seem to be serious but beware of student debt trap:
http://hubpages.com/hub/Private-student-loan-bubble-could-burst
@toadfuller (1)
• United States
21 Feb 08
I just finished the University of Phoenix Axia program for my AAB. I have no other online school to compare the U of P with but would recommend the school if you have the money. I live in a rural area and did not want to spend the extra 8 hours a week driving to a campus. Online school give you more freedom, and allows you to attend school whereever you have access to the Internet. If you are serious about attending, just do it. Do not put it off any longer. Good luck to you.
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