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Pasadena, CA — University of the People (UoPeople) is proud to announce a landmark achievement on the first day of the academic year with a record enrollment of more than 170,000 students from 213 countries and territories worldwide, marking a 24% increase in students in the past 2 years. This milestone reaffirms UoPeople’s mission to…

The cost of higher education in the United States has ballooned over the past few decades, with the average annual cost of attending a four-year college (including tuition, fees, room, and board) often exceeding $30,000–$50,000 or more. This steep price tag is a significant barrier for many students and families — and it’s no surprise…

Investing in a college education is one of the most significant financial decisions many people make in their lifetime. With rising tuition costs and increasing student debt burdens, prospective learners are rightfully asking: What is the return on investment (ROI) of a degree — especially a tuition‑free one like University of the People (UoPeople)? For…

From a small riverside village in western Myanmar to the world’s largest refugee settlement in Bangladesh, Sawyedul A. has built a life defined by resilience, purpose, and the transformative power of education.  Born in Nga Yant Chaung—a quiet village along the Mayu River in Buthid Aung Township of Rakhine State, Myanmar—Sawyedul grew up surrounded by tradition, community, and…