Debunking myths about online education. | Your September Newsletter

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Dispelling Myths about Online Education While online courses, degree programs, and universities are becoming more and more mainstream (with many traditional universities offering online options), there are still enduring myths about earning a degree 100% online. From accreditation and faculty attention to financial aid and feeling supported, these blog posts debunk many common misconceptions about online degrees. LEARN MORE Never Give Up: From Dropout to Two Degrees When Rashaan Green was in grade school, he had a teacher who told him that he was "not going to amount to anything." By ninth grade, he decided to drop out. A few years later, working as a dishwasher, going nowhere in terms of his career, he decided he had to do something to change his circumstances. See how WGU helped Rashaan compete with Ivy-league candidates for a job opportunity with the NSA. LEARN MORE 10 Tips to Improve Reading Comprehension Have you had that moment when you're reading an important document, get to the end of the page, and realize you have no idea what you just read? Well, it doesn't have to be like that. Here are 10 tips on improving reading comprehension so you won't have to waste time re-reading material you need to learn.  GET TIPS Can You Really Graduate without Debt? Student loan debt continues to skyrocket, and most Americans spend decades paying off their college degrees. With debt as the new normal, is it even possible to graduate without adding to yours? At WGU, we believe the answer to that question is YES! Between low tuition, scholarships, and financial aid options, you really can earn a degree with little or no new student debt. See how one WGU grad did just that! LEARN MORE Upcoming Events  September 26 at 6 pm MT: WGU Financial Aid Webinar  Accredited  Affordable  Accelerated  Applicable       221 West Sixth Street, Suite 1050 - Austin, TX 78701 You are receiving this message because you inquired about WGU Texas. If you no longer wish to receive e-mails from WGU Texas, please unsubscribe. COPYRIGHT 2017 Western Governors University. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy

Scholarship deadline Sept 30

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Dear Septian, Now is a great time to take the next step in your education, because WGU has a special $2,000 scholarship opportunity for new students!  BACK TO SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP Valued at up to $2,000 Application deadline September 30, 2018 And the best part about WGU is that you can earn an accredited degree on your schedule, for about half what you'd pay at other online universities! Take advantage of this scholarship opportunity and get started today! Robin Hamilton Enrollment Counselor robin.hamilton@wgu.edu (866) 225-5948 x 7834

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Privacy Policy Update

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On August 8th, 2018 WGU updated its privacy policy to inform WGU website visitors and students that we may use device, location and browsing information to link devices. Linking devices allows WGU to optimize its marketing efforts, which provides you with a more consolidated experience as you seek information about WGU. This means, for example, when you login to a WGU site from any electronic device, these devices will then be associated with you across other websites to connect your identity across devices you use. To opt out of device linking at any time, please click here.

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Check out our exclusive, $2,000 Back to School Scholarship opportunity

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Dear Septian, A degree is one of the fastest ways to increase your earning potential, bolster your job security, and improve your opportunities for career advancement. Check out our exclusive, $2,000 Back to School Scholarship opportunity,  and listen to what grads have to say about WGU. "I encourage furthering your education no matter what goals you have in life, and I highly recommend doing so at WGU!"  –SOURAYA GREEN, B.S. Business Management and M.S. Management and Leadership "You cannot guarantee career success, but you can stack the deck in your favor. WGU became my ace in the hole."  –IAIN NELSON, M.S. Management and Leadership Our entire focus at WGU is helping our students succeed. Let us help you reach your career goals.         Robin Hamilton Enrollment Counselor robin.hamilton@wgu.edu (866) 225-5948 x 7834

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Can you really graduate faster? | Your August Newsletter

WGU Sept Newsletter

Can You Really Graduate Faster? Absolutely! WGU created competency-based degree programs specifically to make it possible for people to earn an accredited degree faster. How does it work? Our competency-based courses focus on what you learn, not how fast you learn—as soon as you demonstrate mastery of a subject, you move on. That means if you have past college or work experience, or are able to dedicate extra time to your studies, you really could graduate faster. See how one student earned two WGU degrees in record time. LEARN MORE How to Balance Work and School The idea of adding earning a degree into a schedule that already includes a full-time job and family commitments can seem overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be. Here are four solid tips that can help you find more time in your workday and coordinate with your employer to achieve a better balance between your work and school obligations so you can both benefit from education. READ MORE Great Tips on Scholarships Have you seen the scholarships that WGU is offering right now? If you've been thinking about applying for a WGU scholarship, or are just wondering if a scholarship is a possibility, please join us at 6 p.m. MT, August 22 for a special webinar about our scholarships. We will cover helpful tips as well as things you need to know to smoothly navigate the scholarship process. We'll also review other financial aid options like loans, grants, and military benefits. REGISTER NOW Generous Transfer Credit Policy If you've already completed some college courses, have current IT certifications, or have earned your associate's degree, those credits may transfer to WGU! Transferring credits can not only help you get credit for work you've already done, it can help you reach your graduation goals even faster. Learn more about our generous transfer policy. LEARN MORE Upcoming Events  August 22 at 6 pm MT: WGU Scholarships Webinar  Accredited  Affordable  Accelerated  Applicable       221 West Sixth Street, Suite 1050 - Austin, TX 78701 You are receiving this message because you inquired about WGU Texas. If you no longer wish to receive e-mails from WGU Texas, please unsubscribe. COPYRIGHT 2017 Western Governors University. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy

Exclusive scholarship opportunity for new WGU students.

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Dear Septian, Right now is a great time to go back to school—there's an exclusive scholarship opportunity available to new WGU students!  BACK TO SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP Valued at up to $2,000 Application deadline September 30, 2018 This scholarship can be applied to any of WGU's more than 60 degree programs in business, IT, education, or healthcare. There's no better time to take the next step toward your education goals. Get started today! Robin Hamilton Enrollment Counselor robin.hamilton@wgu.edu (866) 225-5948 x 7834

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One-time dropout, two-time grad: A #ShareWGU story

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Dear Septian, How would you react if a teacher told you that you'd never amount to anything? It happened to Rashaan Green, a troubled kid who dropped out of school in the 9th grade. Today, he is a two-time WGU grad employed as a cybersecurity expert.  See how education changed Rashaan's life:  FROM DROPOUT TO DREAM JOB  What's your WGU story? What challenges and success have you experienced along the way? We'd love to hear from you!    Share your story on social media using the hashtag #ShareWGU.

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What makes WGU great? Here’s what our grads have to say . . .

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Dear Septian, Check out this scholarship opportunity for new WGU students! Scholarships are just one of the many benefits that WGU offers to help students achieve their academic goals. Here's what some recent grads had to say about their WGU experience: "At WGU I was set up to succeed and had the support of my mentors." –GREG NASS, M.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance!   "Start every day imagining yourself holding your diploma, working in your dream job. WGU is the best way to get where you want to go." –RONDA DOZIER, Master of Business Administration (MBA) "WGU offered what I was looking for precisely—a university designed for my success." –KWESI WILLIAMS, M.S. Management and Leadership WGU was made for students like you.         Call me any time with any questions you have about going back to school. Robin Hamilton Enrollment Counselor robin.hamilton@wgu.edu (866) 225-5948 x 7834

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