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)
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 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).
University of the People Overview
University of the People Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Pasadena City
University of the People Student Reviews & Awards
4.6
Based on 100 reviews
- 5 Star 68 Reviews
- 4 Star 15 Reviews
- 3 Star 3 Reviews
- 2 Star 2 Reviews
- 1 Star 12 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.6
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.7
- Student Diversity 4.8
- Online Classroom Experience
- Admission Process 4.8
- Quality of Student Life 4.6
- Career Development 4.7
My Experience
As a Student, so far my experience at the university has been exceptional, you have to stick to the rules to sustain your your journey. At first I had issues with adjustment as a freshman, I was not used to the timings, assignment submissions, but there where some allowances, like, you are given enough time to go over the course materials, do assignments. Personally, it's been fun and exciting. I'm still on my academic journey, and I hope to come out successful.
I love the flexibility.
I love the comfortability it offers as I can access class online
1/5
University of the People
The school is not for someone who does not have discipline in time and commitment. The University of the People is an online university who give chances to those who wants to finish their degree in an international school accredited by WASC - Western Associate School and Colleges. It is challenging to those who wants to work and study at the same time, but very fulfilling once you get a hold of the time management. The professors are very professional; the learning materials are free and open to the students. All I can say is I haven't explored all, but I am so grateful they give me light and hope to change career and grab this opportunity.
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