History
In 1970, two educators were inspired to create opportunities for working professionals where there previously were none. Our founders saw the potential of distance learning to help adult learners earn advanced degrees. That’s how Walden University was born. Ever since, we’ve helped reshape access to education.
Education
If you’re a working professional or otherwise in need of flexibility—we’re here for you. Walden has the bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, or certificate program you need to change your world and the world around you.
Research
As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we’re proud of the opportunities we’ve created and everything our students have achieved. Your life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your education. We’ve helped more than 140,000 professionals find the way forward. And we’re ready to empower you
Student services
Centralized support services offices within Walden University:
- Center for Academic Excellence (formerly Center for Student Success)
- Center for Faculty Excellence
- Center for General Education (replaces the College of Undergraduate Studies)
- Center for Research Quality
- Career Services Center
Student clubs
Our Center for Academic Excellence (CAEX) courses, seminars, and doctoral writing workshops can help you strengthen skills that impact your current coursework and beyond. Credit is granted for most CAEX courses but does not apply toward online degree program requirements. Courses focus on topics that include graduate writing, APA style, and critical thinking for social change. View the course descriptions for quarter and semester courses.
Accreditation
Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. The North Central Association is one of the six regional accrediting associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Walden University Overview
Walden University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Minneapolis City
Walden University Student Reviews & Awards
4.4
Based on 17 reviews
- 5 Star 9 Reviews
- 4 Star 6 Reviews
- 3 Star 2 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
Walden
The university has excellent staff and excellent programs. I would recommend this university to anyone. I feel like I've gotten an excellent education here. I enjoy the flexibility of doing courses online.
Walden University
My experience as an online PhD student has been excellent. In person residency and live virtual coaching build so many connections and relationships throughout my journey. One of the best online universities I've been a part of. Racial compositional diversity is also very attractive, along with the community and faculty support!
Quality of teaching is inconsistent
It can be a good school at times. Some instructors are helpful, others not so much. Student advisors change often and are often useless. But, this may be true of all schools. The program itself is rigorous and challenging.
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