Why uopeople

They provided an education for me. After I graduated, I was able to find a job teaching.

Abubakar K., Computer Science Student

Liberia

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Abubakar K., Computer Science Student of University of the People

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One Course Assessment Fee

One Year of Studies

One Bachelor's Degree

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Why University of the People

Accessible

Because millions of people worldwide are excluded from higher education due to financial, geographic, political and personal constraints

Academic Excellence

Our academic leadership comes from top-notch universities, because everyone deserves a high-quality education

World-Changing

In addition to changing individual lives, education promotes justice, peace and prosperity on a global scale

Sustainable

Our model is financially sustainable, even with degrees that cost 95% less than typical American universities

Experienced

Since our founding in 2009, we’ve become one of the world’s most experienced leaders in online education

Innovative

At UoPeople, we do things differently, making the most of new ideas

Why our students love us

By the age of 13, Sarah was homeless. She worked hard to make a better life, but struggled to advance in her career. Eventually, she decided it was time to get noticed. and enrolled at UoPeople to get her MBA. Sarah went from being homeless to landing a job at Amazon!

Sarah M., MBA Graduate, United States

Born in Liberia, Abubakar was unable to get an education due to civil wars in his country — until he found UoPeople. In just 2 years, Abubakar graduated with a degree in Computer Science and now teaches students in his community how to use technology to change their lives.

Abubakar K., Computer Science Graduate, Liberia

When an earthquake hit her hometown, Doloreste had to stop her education and apply for asylum in the United States. Luckily, she found UoPeople. With a scholarship, Doloreste was able to earn an Associate's Degree and Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. Now she has a job that supports her and her family back home.

Doloreste S., Computer Science Graduate, United States

Not only did Thomas drop out of college, but he managed to do so 7 times! Thomas simply could not afford college tuition while supporting his family of 21 members. But everything changed once he discovered UoPeople! He was offered a scholarship and a flexible study schedule that let him open a business while completing his degree.

Thomas J., Business Administration Graduate, Kenya