Overall, the course work is very challenging for a master's program.A large amount of writing is expected so be prepared.APA format is required and strictly enforced, as it should be.

Online participation is required 4 of the 7 days during the week by responding twice to online posts.Some professors require 250-400 word "relevant" responses so time spent online can be significant.Some professor are more helpful than others while advisors are always very helpful and encouraging.

Learning teams are required and most classes require 1 learning team project to be completed per week in addition to individual work.It can be frustrating when members of your group don't contribute.Even though a team evaluation form is completed, past experience proves this to be of no use.Many times, group members receive same grade regardless of contribution.

Response time from a large number of professors is slow.It can take up to two days for professors to respond.However, I have come across a few professors who respond in a timely manner, within 1 day.The grading policy is fair.However, many professors do not give feedback for completed work.

The week begins on a Tuesday and ends on a Monday with most work due on Monday which is very helpful for people who work during the week.Tuition related, it is very costly.Financial aid is available. Transition from one class to the next is super fast.One class will end on Monday, and the next class will start Tuesday unless changes have been made. This allows you to complete the online program within 2 years or so.

Overall, with any online program, UPO has pros and cons.Do as much research as possible to see if this school is right for you.I don't care what anyone tells you, the online program is no joke and does require a good bit of time.

It was a very good experience. The coursework was very challenging, but appropriate for doctoral level work. The classmate and professor interactions were very good. I learned a lot and found that the professors were very knowledgeable and interested in helping us succeed. It did not prepare me for a new career as I was unable to finish the degree due to the cost. It is very expensive. But, as I said before - it was high quality education!