WGU
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Brand Details
Type: Service
Description: Western Governors University (WGU) is a private, nonprofit, online university based in Millcreek, Utah. Founded in 1997 by 19 U.S. governors, WGU uses a competency-based learning model, meaning students progress based on demonstrated skills and knowledge rather than seat time. This allows for flexible, accelerated learning, particularly beneficial for working professionals. WGU offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs across several fields, including information technology, business, education, and health and nursing. The university is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Website: https://www.wgu.edu
Mention Analytics
Total Mentions: 79
Subreddit Mentions:
Positive Mentions: 51
Negative Mentions: 8
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May 21, 2025
WGU Bachelor's or MAcc?
💬 6 comments
⬆︎ 3 upvotes
The user is considering WGU for a bachelor's degree.
Found in /r/Accounting/💬 33 comments
⬆︎ 7 upvotes
Mentioned for educational credits.
Found in /r/Accounting/💬 71 comments
⬆︎ 77 upvotes
The comments suggest WGU has abysmal graduation rates and terrible employment outcomes.
Found in /r/Accounting/May 16, 2025
Should I Go Into Accounting?
💬 39 comments
⬆︎ 29 upvotes
Recommends against WGU in favor of a "real university".
Found in /r/Accounting/May 15, 2025
Advice for a newbie?
💬 7 comments
⬆︎ 2 upvotes
Mentioned as a good option for getting a degree and changing careers.
Found in /r/Accounting/May 15, 2025
How the heck do you get an accounting job?
💬 55 comments
⬆︎ 20 upvotes
Negative comment about the degree.
Found in /r/Accounting/May 12, 2025
Soldier interested in accounting and need some career advice
💬 4 comments
⬆︎ 0 upvotes
There isn’t gonna be a great pipeline from WGU to big 4, but you can expect offers from other national firms.
Found in /r/Accounting/May 12, 2025
Online colleges: CTU vs WGU?
💬 8 comments
⬆︎ 1 upvotes
The user's employer will pay the tuition, and the user is considering it as a viable option.
Found in /r/learnprogramming/May 11, 2025
When should I apply for an internship?
💬 4 comments
⬆︎ 1 upvotes
WGU is described as not being taken seriously.
Found in /r/Accounting/May 11, 2025
Considering career change from tech to accounting
💬 18 comments
⬆︎ 2 upvotes
The post mentions WGU as a potential choice for a degree, indicating a positive consideration.
Found in /r/Accounting/Subscribe to our newsletter!
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