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.
University of the People Distance Learning Courses
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)
The Career Service Center is accessible to students throughout the course of their studies, as well as after they become graduates.
University of the PeopleKey Statistics & Highlights
9 Courses
100,000Students
Online
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).
I am highly satisfied with my overall study experience. The professors are knowledgeable, supportive, and always willing to help. The course materials are well-structured and easy to follow. While the workload can be challenging at times, the skills and knowledge I have gained are incredibly valuable. I highly recommend this program.
Posted byAnonymous
Studied fromSep 2026 - Nov 2028
Posted onOct 2026
4/5
Using the study portal for study information.
I have acquired experience learning through online and using strategies and pathways to accomplish that.
Posted byAnonymous
Studied fromAug 2025 - Dec 2029
Posted onOct 2026
3/5
Nelly's journey
I have had so far a good experience, but some intructor at our university are inhuman.
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