Andrew Jackson University-Sponsored Tuition Termination-Update!

[peace123]

That's it! Hubby and I are enrolling!

Thanks for the update. I just finished filling out the online application form and submitting my $75 payment.

[jadechow]

Ok. I just hung up the phone with Tammy the director of Admissions because I wanted to know if I would be eligible for this program even though my bachelors is not completed yet. First, the good news for anyone who is in the same boat that I am (i.e., won't have undergrad requirements completed until end of Spring semester - May, 2010), Tammy assured me that we can still qualify for the sponsored tuition. She said that she has a couple of applicants who "fall into that category" and she is holding their applications aside until they have finished bachelor's requirements. She indicated that Spring, 2010 was not an unreasonable timeperiod for them to wait. Then, she needs a letter from school (TESC in my case) indicating that degree requirements have been met and "presto" she will process application under sponsored tuition program.

I am really thinking of doing this now. In fact, it just might be the "kick in the butt" I need to finish the last couple of classes/tests I need.

Oh, but if you are going to do this you do have to submit the application and $75 fee before the December 31st deadline and I would strongly suggest calling Tammy first just to confirm/discuss your specific situation to be safe.

Hey guys, is there room in your class for 1 more?

Kelly

[cookderosa]

Ok. I just hung up the phone with Tammy the director of Admissions because I wanted to know if I would be eligible for this program even though my bachelors is not completed yet. First, the good news for anyone who is in the same boat that I am (i.e., won't have undergrad requirements completed until end of Spring semester - May, 2010), Tammy assured me that we can still qualify for the sponsored tuition. She said that she has a couple of applicants who "fall into that category" and she is holding their applications aside until they have finished bachelor's requirements. She indicated that Spring, 2010 was not an unreasonable timeperiod for them to wait. Then, she needs a letter from school (TESC in my case) indicating that degree requirements have been met and "presto" she will process application under sponsored tuition program.

I am really thinking of doing this now. In fact, it just might be the "kick in the butt" I need to finish the last couple of classes/tests I need.

Oh, but if you are going to do this you do have to submit the application and $75 fee before the December 31st deadline and I would strongly suggest calling Tammy first just to confirm/discuss your specific situation to be safe.

Hey guys, is there room in your class for 1 more?

Kelly

wooo hoooo it's party time!

[cookderosa]

Andrew Jackson University just sent me the pdf file showing CLEP/DSST/EC and other test equivalencies for their courses. Awesome- however I can't get it to attach here, and it's in a table, so copy and paste isn't working. Pretty much as you would expect, I didn't notice anything strange. For those who are still not sure about enrolling, FREE tuition if you lock in before 12/31/09.

I'll consider typing it up if enough people ask for it, but in the mean time- anyone who wants to see it just email me. cookderosa@aol.com

[mongoose65]

Dang, this is tempting. I really need an RA degree, but even if I can get 6 or more credits to transfer to APU (as discussed in other threads), that would be worth the money. For the MPA I know the 1st course transfers, the others APU will not not committ to until they review. Part of me says just pony up the dough for an RA school, but a big part of me loves beating the system and wants those credits as cheap as I can get them. If I put as much effort into studies that I put into researching programs, I'd have a dozen degrees by now!

Plus, if it's good enough for Jenn, it's good enough for me.

Happy holidays!

[cookderosa]

Dang, this is tempting. I really need an RA degree, but even if I can get 6 or more credits to transfer to APU (as discussed in other threads), that would be worth the money. For the MPA I know the 1st course transfers, the others APU will not not committ to until they review. Part of me says just pony up the dough for an RA school, but a big part of me loves beating the system and wants those credits as cheap as I can get them. If I put as much effort into studies that I put into researching programs, I'd have a dozen degrees by now!

Plus, if it's good enough for Jenn, it's good enough for me.

Happy holidays!

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LOL too funny. I spend a lot of time researching too. I'll admit, I'm wayyy over committed to finding the right road, but it's a hobby...some people go bowling. So far so good- I think my research has paid off, and not only for me- for my husband and kids, plus I have shared what I have found with a lot of people here. It's all good

For the record, I had a NA degree for 16 years before I knew it was NA (or more specifically that it wasn't RA). It was my first associate's degree, and I'm mighty proud of that degree. It was from the culinary school that really did open all the right doors for me. I wouldn't change a thing, that school could be non-credit and it's still the best culinary school in the world.

All that aside, I can think of many specific situations (not reasons) when you shouldn't get an NA degree. I say situations, because NA is STILL ACCREDITED. It's still legit, it's still college, it still qualifies for federal financial aid, you can still use your GI bill...But, there are times when an NA degree is a bad call. And for THOSE PEOPLE, it's the wrong degree.

So, who should avoid NA degrees?

1. You'll be seeking a state issued professional license. Ex. Medical Doctor, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Public Accountant, k-12 teacher, veterinarian, Registered Dietitian, etc. There are exceptions, one I can think of that doesn't apply to this rule is hair dresser/cosmetology. There may be other exceptions depending on your state. Don't confuse this with working for the city/state as an employee. Fire dept, police, etc., are all allowed to work with RA or NA degrees.

2. You are going into an academic field, teacher, professor, PhD researcher, at any 2 or 4 year public college (and some private colleges). This does NOT usually include religious colleges/universities as a rule, but there may be exceptions. Our local K-12 parochial school requires public school teacher licensure in job postings, but our state law does not require it, that's a self inflicted criteria- so sometimes you'll find funky situations.

3. You are an undergraduate level student and are undecided about a career path, a master's degree, or exactly what you want to do in the future. For those folks, you should only acquire RA credits. Why? Because NA won't transfer to RA, but RA will transfer to RA or NA. *again, there are always exceptions- don't get in a fit, I know of a few schools who have made exceptions, but I'm just speaking generally. TESC won't accept NA credit, while EC will allow you to ask for special evaluation. Not sure about COSC.

So- there you have it. The MBA I'm going to work on doesn't apply to me in any of those situations. I plan to use it in other ways. Besides, it's cheaper than an associate degree from my local community college lol.

[peace123]

This is from the AJU newsletter Jan 2010

As I mentioned last month, effective January 1, 2010 AJU will eliminate its sponsored tuition program. Unfortunately (or fortunately if you look at a glass half full), we have not been able to speak with everyone who wanted to enroll in December. Therefore, we will be extending the sponsored tuition program until January 15, 2010.

Please tell everyone you know about this fantastic opportunity to save money and obtain a top quality education. They can call Tammy Kassner at 800/429-9300 ext. 107 or email her at tkassner@aju.edu for more information.

[BELLA]

ok have been away and missed the boat on this deal.

does it matter that Andrew Jackson University is nationally accredited by DETC and not Regionally accredited.............

guess it depends on what getting the degree for.......... or.........

[TMW2010]

ok have been away and missed the boat on this deal.

does it matter that Andrew Jackson University is nationally accredited by DETC and not Regionally accredited.............

guess it depends on what getting the degree for.......... or.........

Jennifer had a good summation about this 2 posts above yours.

And you haven't missed it quite yet, you still have about a week if you were interested in doing it.

There are a few schools that are both RA & NA accredited. (Though I can only remember AMU/APU off the top of my head, but there are others.)

[Shawn A]

Jennifer had a good summation about this 2 posts above yours.

And you haven't missed it quite yet, you still have about a week if you were interested in doing it.

There are a few schools that are both RA & NA accredited. (Though I can only remember AMU/APU off the top of my head, but there are others.)

If the NA degree will work for you (and Jennifer has done a great job in her summation), I would highly recommend AJU - esp. if you can get in with the sponsored tuition deal. I was an adjunct for AJU for 2+ years. I taught Org Behavior and Strategic Leadership. The course materials were first rate, rigorous, etc.

Shawn