Name: Western Governors University
Address: 4001 S 700 E Ste 700, Salt Lake City, UT, 84107-2533, US
Telephone: (801) 274-3280

A New Kind of U. (TM)

Our Mission

The principal mission of Western Governors University is to improve quality and expand access to post-secondary educational opportunities by providing a means for individuals to learn independent of time and place and to earn competency-based degrees and other credentials that are credible to both academic institutions and employers.

An Online University for the 21st Century

Western Governors University is an online university driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs. WGU has flourished into a national university, serving more than 40,000 students from all 50 states.

The university continues to open doors for adult learners who need flexibility to achieve their education and career goals. WGU's innovative competency-based academic approach makes it possible, allowing individuals to fit their education into their lives, not the other way around.

A Unique History in Higher Education

WGU was founded by the governors of 19 U.S. states. At no other time in the history of higher education have the governors of several states joined together to create a university. WGU is also supported by over 20 major corporations and foundations who believe in WGU's commitment to producing highly competent graduates.

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About WGU's Faculty

The primary focus of the faculty at WGU is student learning. Because of our unique student-centric, competency-based approach, faculty serve in different roles compared to traditional schools and other online schools.

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The WGU Story

WGU is mission driven. Created to expand access to higher education, WGU's mission has remained one of helping hard-working adults meet their educational goals and improve their career opportunities.

How We're Different

Designed to be different in powerful ways, WGU is one of the best values in online education. WGU provides a more student-centric, convenient, cost-effective way for self-directed adults to earn a challenging degree.

What Others Say

Our focus on developing competent graduates is valued by employers. Perhaps that's why 90 percent of employers who hire WGU graduates rate their preparation for the workforce as "Good" or "Excellent."

Accreditation and Recognition

WGU is regionally, NCATE, and CCNE* accredited. WGU is also a USDLA Best Practices in Distance Learning Award recipient.

About Our Students

WGU students come from urban, suburban, and rural areas. Most are working full-time or part-time jobs while they are students. The average age of the WGU student is about 36.

WGU's Online Library

WGU offers a central online library with 24-hour access to full-text articles for use with assessments.

University Governance

WGU was founded by 19 U.S. governors and is supported by over 20 major corporations and foundations who believe in WGU's commitment to producing highly competent graduates.

Employment at WGU

The university looks for leaders with a strong commitment to our mission of expanding access to higher education.

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