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03 July 2020

What employers look for in your college degree. | Your July Newsletter

Josh Pape went to college right out of high school and failed his first semester. Deciding that college wasn't the right place for him, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. After his military service, he went into banking. He made it pretty far in his field when he realized that he could go no further without a college degree. That's when he found WGU. See what earning a degree did for Josh's career.

SEE JOSH'S STORY

How finding the right online program makes all the difference.

While online education has been growing for years, the onset of COVID-19 has resulted in more online college programs than ever. But not all online programs are of equal quality. So how do you find the right option for you, and what features should you look for to give yourself the best opportunity for success? Here are five key aspects of online learning that set WGU apart from other schools.

5 KEY ASPECTS OF ONLINE EDUCATION

What you should know when applying for financial aid.

Applying for financial aid can seem like a daunting process—but it doesn't have to be. Click here to get easy-to-digest answers about the financial aid process. Find out more about the FAFSA form, get an idea of how much financial aid you may be eligible to receive, and even learn more about when you might receive your financial aid money if you qualify.

LEARN ABOUT FINANCIAL AID

What employers look for in your college degree.

For many jobs these days you have to hold a college degree to even apply. But what are employers really looking for when they evaluate your degree?While the answer to that question may vary a little from job to job, here are the four most common things employers consider when reviewing your educational background.

SEE WHAT EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR

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01 July 2020

WGU is Different: Online by Design.

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WGU is Different: Online by Design.

In these uncertain times, many universities are scrambling to provide online classes and their students are left wondering what the future holds.

We want to reassure you that WGU was built to be completely online from the start so we have more than 20 years of experience delivering top-notch education online, on your schedule.

WGU has the tools and resources you need to succeed.

We make it easy for students to study anytime, anywhere, on our virtual "campus," the WGU Student Portal. The Student Portal provides everything you need to complete you coursework and connect with faculty and fellow students.

Watch this 3-minute video to see how it works: