I been attending this school about 6 months. at first it was a great school. to recently my co worker attend uop and she have no ged or high school diploma. tell me why is she about to graduate with an degree. after this incident i found out this school was a joke and waste of my time. I advise no one to attend.

HI, I STARTED ATTENDING THE UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX ONLINE IN 2009 AND WILL BE GRADUATING IN NOVEMBER WITH MY ASSOCIATES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE. IN THE BEGINNING IT WAS TOUGH BECAUSE IT WAS A NEW EXPERIENCE FOR ME, BUT I QUICKLY ADAPTED TO IT.

THERE ARE NO ACTUAL BOOKS EVERYTHING IS DONE ONLINE, EVEN FOR THE MATH COURSES, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DO A LOT A READING AND WRITING FOR MANY OF THE CLASSES AS WELL AS PARTICIPATING IN CLASS DISCUSSIONS. SINCE BEING WITH THE UNIVERSITY I HAVE ENJOYED ALL OF MY INSTRUCTORS. I WOULD HAVE TO SAY THAT FOR THE FIRST YEAR MY FINANCIAL AND ACADEMIC COUNSELORS WERE GREAT, BUT THEN THAT SOON FADED AWAY. IN ORDER TO GET INFORMATION FROM EITHER OF THEM I HAVE HAD TO CALL OR EMAIL NONSTOP WHEN THEY AT FIRST CALLED OR EMAILED ME WITH EVERY LITTLE DETAIL.

LATELY I HAVE BEEN HAVING SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THE FINANCIAL ASPECT OF IT WHICH IS WHY I HAVE ELECTED TO HANDLE MY OWN FINANCES. THEY TELL ME I SHOULD EXPECT MONEY BUT THEN WHEN IM LOOKING FOR IT THEY SAY I HAVE TO WAIT BECAUSE OF THIS THAT AND THE THIRD. IT GETS REALLY FRUSTRATING, BUT OVERALL THIS SCHOOL IS GOOD.

I started taking classes at my leisure about 3 years ago. I'm inching my way towards an associates in CJ. I take classes when I can. Between my leadership and training responsibilities in the Army and a hectic family life, I have less time than I would like to achieve my academic goals. Nonetheless, I've had a positive experience with UofP. The "pressure" mentioned in previous posts is nothing more than friendly reminders that my counselors are prepared to hash out my next block of classes whenever I decide I have time. I've never felt like I was being "sold" anything. I recieve periodic emails from the counselor during the long breaks between classes, but again, I've never felt pressured.

The e-resources available are pretty solid and cover the full spectrum of research, instruction and essay composition. I'm able to download every textbook or resource and keep an electronic copy for permanent, future use. Instructor/Student relationship varies based on the instructor themselves. I've had one or two professors that didn't seem as involved or empathetic as others. On the flip side, I've had a few that were very attentive and answered my questions quickly and thoroughly. I've even had the benefit of direct telephone conversations for those questions that were best expressed in words rather than e-messages.

As I progressed past the gen-ed classes and into the core classes, the work became much more challenging. The parcipation requirements pushed me to research topics in great detail and express my feedback in equally as much detail. I was writing a 1,000 word essay per week, and posting 8 discussion topics per week. Final projects typically consist of a power point presentation with notes, a lengthy essay, or some type of work sheet. None of the aforementioned obligations were beyond my reach or ability.

It may be easier for me to give such a care-free review of this university because my tuition is covered by the Army. I only pay for the resource fee which is roughly $80 for two classes worth of books. So there is no question of value. I'm certainly getting what I pay for. Accredidation? Not sure yet. I haven't attempted to transfer credits or put my current credits on any kind of resume.

No matter what your major is, if you are a strong writer, then this will put you ahead of the game. Those who have weak writing skills may struggle as you will be required to express your thoughts and opinions strictly with the written word. You simulate classroom discussions through online thread forums.

So, is this university watered-down? Would I learn more from a brick and mortar institution? Well, like any college, you get what you put in. If I complete all reading assignments thoroughly, if I max my participation, and if I complete all essays and finals to the absolute peak of my ability, then I will have gained quite a bit from the class. If I piggy-back on other's discussions, half-ass my essays and skim through the reading assignments, I will probably get a passing grade, but will have gained very little. Honestly, it is possible to do half-cocked work and make it through the classes. A flaw of the Phoenix system, I suppose. But I'm proud to say that I don't fall into that category and I've expanded my knowledge base. Try it and judge for yourself...Or don't.

In my opnion, if you have a basic understanding of English, Finances, or the human body, the introductory level classes are almost insulting to your intelligence. My first week of Com155 was LITERALLY about nouns and verbs. My 13 year old laughed at the coursework, saying it was like being in 3rd grade.

I feel the education in the four courses I have taken are remedial level, AT BEST.

For the $1,095 per class I paid, I feel I should actually have learned at least one, tiny tidbit of information... but, alas, I cannot honestly think of one thing I have gained through my coursework at UoP. I have been pulling a high B to a full A grade by spending less than a half hour per day per class and putting forth almost no effort. The hardest thing is finding something to respond to.

If you want an "easy A," like my advisor told me to look at the classes as being, then this is probably the school for you.

I actually find the classes insulting to my intelligence and pocketbook and think they should refund my money and pretend I never enrolled.

The coursework was very easy to understand. If it has been years since you have been in school the UOP makes it real easy to find guides, tools, and materials that help you in so many ways.

The online learning tools that are available at UOP are very helpful, you have the University Library with all of its resources such as The Center for Writing Exellence, The Center for Mathematics Exellence, and of course the wonderful student labs. All these resources help you on your way to getting your degree.

The professors always treated everyone with respect and never made any of us feel inferior to them. All of he decisions where fact based and very interesting.

My overall experience was one of the best feelings in the world, I say that because I have learned so much. With the economy the way it is these days you really have to have a degree in order to make a living. I myself am becoming a Police Officer in Chicago, IL thanks to the UOP.