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A recent study from the Babson Survey Research Group reveals a lot of curiosity amongst higher education faculty members about OER, but a significant lack of awareness. You may know a few things already about Open Educational Resources (OER), but according to a recent study conducted by the Babson Survey Research Group, you may not.…

Pasadena, CA. June 13, 2017 – University of the People (“UoPeople”), the world’s first tuition-free, non-profit, accredited, U.S. online university, has received half a million USD in funding from the Ford Foundation. The grant’s funds will be allocated towards core support of the university’s Syrian Refugees’ initiative. To date, the university has enrolled over 500 Syrian refugees,…

If you’re reading this, then congratulations! You’ve either just earned your high school diploma or you are well on your way to doing so and already taking the steps to plan what comes next. When thinking about what to do after high school, you have a lot of options. Instead of getting stuck in the…

Computer science was the 19th most popular major in the 2019-2020 school year. Students interested in this degree have a plethora of great schools to choose from and can pursue a multitude of specialties. The challenge can be deciding on a 2-year or 4-year program and which school is best. If you are a prospective…

The terms computer science and software engineering are often thrown around interchangeably. But, when you’re considering earning a degree and setting up your life’s career path, it pays to know the difference between computer science vs. software engineering. Whether you are choosing your major, applying for jobs, or just interested in learning the differences between…

Still paying your college debt? You’re not alone. It might not be easy, but there’s plenty you can do to recover with minimum damage. Here are our top tips. If you’re a college student or college graduate with debt, you’re not alone. studies show that almost 70% of Americans graduate with college debt, and college…

A report out of Georgetown University found that 70% of college students were working while attending college. There are various reasons why students work while earning their degree, be it out of necessity, a will to progress more quickly in their careers, or to pay for college. Despite the reason for this high statistic being…

Studying abroad has its benefits, especially if it’s in tuition-free universities, but so do online learning. So how do you choose what’s best for you? Talk to students or future students, and you’ll see that many of them would love the opportunity to study abroad. But there are many things to take into account when…

MBA vs. Executive MBA (EMBA): Answers to some important questions, to help you make the best decision for your career and family. If you’re looking to advance your career, it might be time to get a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. But what’s better, an MBA or an EMBA (Executive MBA)? Here are the answers…

In the United States alone, data from the National Center for Education Statistics reported that 43% of students were enrolled in remote instruction (online school) in early 2021. The rise of online education can be witnessed around the world as technology continues to advance. The increased attendance and desire for online colleges during COVID were…

The days of racing from class to a part-time shift are fading fast. More college students are now earning money without leaving their dorm rooms, thanks to online jobs. Whether you’re writing blog posts, tutoring peers, managing social media, or designing websites, remote work offers a flexible, rewarding way to earn income while balancing your…

We asked our graduates some questions about how UoPeople influenced their lives. This is what they answered As another year of educational service ends, we turned to our graduates to find out what they think of their experience with University of the People, and what results they saw thanks to their time with us. Here…