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Life after UOPeople - ChloeandMax - 01-13-2025

First my quick review on University of the People

Pros:
  • It checks the Associates and Bachelor's degree box for me
  • Got two degrees in 3 years
  • I graduated without any debt
  • "Most" recruiters and headhunters won't care
  • Its connection with Sophia was a game changer for finishing

Cons:
  • The support from advisors is minimal and sporadic
  • Peer review is the horror you heard it to be
  • (and this is a "me" problem) I am almost ashamed to tell anyone that I got a degree from there & won't put it on my LinkedIN 
  • I wanted to be proud of this moment and I'm not (again, a me problem)
  • The quality of education I got seemed a bit subpar and I "did" the work and have a 3.6 GPA. Sub par in that the materials and information were extremely dated and with the speed in which information and business shifts, so much of what they had us studying was obsolete. 
  • There is NO school spirit (merch or otherwise--I asked, and asked about a total rebrand)
Moving forward---
Need advice on what school could I receive my Masters (MBA) that won't cost an arm and a leg, BUT is balanced by a more reputable brand.  Would love to hear some of your experiences.


RE: Life after UOPeople - Vle045 - 01-13-2025

Do you have a short list of schools you are interested in? some may not take an NA bachelors. i am not sure though. what is your end goal? That could influence your school choice.


RE: Life after UOPeople - davewill - 01-14-2025

I would list it with pride on my LinkedIn. I certainly do my TESU BACS. My philosophy is that if you act ashamed of it, people will pick up on that. If you act proud, then they will also pick up on that.


RE: Life after UOPeople - newdegree - 01-14-2025

Western Governors University MBA would be a good option if you can complete the classes in one semester (six months) for $4775. If not, a cheaper but longer MBA would be Hellenic American University. Their cost is $3000, and it takes about a year to a year and a half to finish it. The school does not have a big recognized name but holds regional accreditation.


RE: Life after UOPeople - LuckyLion44 - 01-14-2025

(Yesterday, 05:15 PM)ChloeandMax Wrote: First my quick review on University of the People

Pros:
  • It checks the Associates and Bachelor's degree box for me
  • Got two degrees in 3 years
  • I graduated without any debt
  • "Most" recruiters and headhunters won't care
  • Its connection with Sophia was a game changer for finishing

Cons:
  • The support from advisors is minimal and sporadic
  • Peer review is the horror you heard it to be
  • (and this is a "me" problem) I am almost ashamed to tell anyone that I got a degree from there & won't put it on my LinkedIN 
  • I wanted to be proud of this moment and I'm not (again, a me problem)
  • The quality of education I got seemed a bit subpar and I "did" the work and have a 3.6 GPA. Sub par in that the materials and information were extremely dated and with the speed in which information and business shifts, so much of what they had us studying was obsolete. 
  • There is NO school spirit (merch or otherwise--I asked, and asked about a total rebrand)
Moving forward---
Need advice on what school could I receive my Masters (MBA) that won't cost an arm and a leg, BUT is balanced by a more reputable brand.  Would love to hear some of your experiences.

You should chat with Metro State University in St. Paul MN. Look into their Individualized Degree Prorams and see if you can use prior learning assessment to get ahead quickly.


RE: Life after UOPeople - Znow - 01-14-2025

(Yesterday, 05:15 PM)ChloeandMax Wrote: First my quick review on University of the People

Pros:
  • It checks the Associates and Bachelor's degree box for me
  • Got two degrees in 3 years
  • I graduated without any debt
  • "Most" recruiters and headhunters won't care
  • Its connection with Sophia was a game changer for finishing

Cons:
  • The support from advisors is minimal and sporadic
  • Peer review is the horror you heard it to be
  • (and this is a "me" problem) I am almost ashamed to tell anyone that I got a degree from there & won't put it on my LinkedIN 
  • I wanted to be proud of this moment and I'm not (again, a me problem)
  • The quality of education I got seemed a bit subpar and I "did" the work and have a 3.6 GPA. Sub par in that the materials and information were extremely dated and with the speed in which information and business shifts, so much of what they had us studying was obsolete. 
  • There is NO school spirit (merch or otherwise--I asked, and asked about a total rebrand)
Moving forward---
Need advice on what school could I receive my Masters (MBA) that won't cost an arm and a leg, BUT is balanced by a more reputable brand.  Would love to hear some of your experiences.
There is this shirt: https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/University-of-the-People-Shirt-by-GentlemenRiot/166472352.IJ6L0.XYZ