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Asking yourself “should I go to college” feels like a life or death decision. Here’s some helpful facts to make the choice that’s right for you. It’s time to consider whether or not going to college is right for you. You may be asking yourself, “Is a college degree necessary?”, “should I go to college?”…

Are you still evaluating if going to college is for you? There are many benefits of going to college. However, for every individual, the pros of going to college may be held with different weight. Some people want to go to college to get a high-paying job. Others may choose to go to college to…

Pasadena, CA. September 6, 2018 – University of the People (UoPeople) has announced today that 17,038 students have enrolled in its degree programs from over 200 countries and territories, marking a major milestone for the world’s first non-profit, tuition-free, accredited American online university as it starts its tenth academic year. The university has doubled in…

Pasadena (May 29, 2018) It’s commencement season and this year in America nearly four million1 graduates are readying their cap and gowns. But there’s a huge group of American students we rarely consider; those who started but never finished their degree. A new study titled, “The Opportunity Cost of Not Having a College Degree” points to affordability…

The one thing that no one can take away from anyone is their education (and knowledge). The importance of education has led to revolutionary new ways of teaching and learning, such as online colleges. When it comes to higher education, institutions were once intended to be exclusive and reserved for the privilege of the few.…

Thinking about studying at the University of the People? You’re not alone! With students from over 200 countries and territories, UoPeople is the world’s first non-profit, tuition-free, accredited online university. We know that starting something new–especially something as important as your education–comes with a lot of questions. That’s why we’ve put together these FAQs to…

Begins her College Journey & Launches Simone Biles Legacy Scholarship as Global Ambassador for University of the People NEW YORK (February 7, 2018) — The University of the People (UoPeople) has announced Simone Biles, the most decorated American gymnast and Olympic champion, as Global Ambassador, launching The Education Revolution and the Simone Biles Legacy Scholarship…

Whether you have recently graduated and are first looking into colleges, or are looking further into your career options, it is important to have a well-set plan. Oftentimes, students plunge into the college realm without considering their career goals. Due to this, sometimes students end up pursuing a field that has no relation to their…

Choosing to study in the United States offers so many benefits for international students, from enhancing language skills through full immersion to gaining a prestigious degree recognized globally. However, navigating the financial aspects of studying abroad can be quite difficult. U.S. universities have a range of tuition fees, living expenses, and scholarship opportunities, that can…

The Shortage of African Universities African Universities are facing two crises. On the one hand there is the quantitative crisis. There simply aren’t enough universities in Africa to handle the continent’s growing population. According to Quartz Africa, looking at the ten most populous countries in Africa revealed a ratio of 740 universities to 660 million…

Issued: Tuesday 31 October 2017 Some of the world’s most disadvantaged students are to benefit from a new partnership between two universities. The collaboration between the University of Edinburgh and the California-based University of the People aims to support those uprooted by war, famine and natural disasters. Health Science graduates from the University of the…

If you’re thinking about earning a degree from an international university, one big question probably comes to mind: Will my degree be recognized in my home country? It’s a fair concern. After all, you want to make sure your hard work pays off, whether you’re looking for a job, a promotion, or planning to continue…