Western Governors University

Creating pathways to opportunity with our student-centric approach to higher education. In 1997, a coalition of 19 U.S. governors came together to found Western Governors University. Their intention? To make college more accessible by offering full degree programs via the internet. We started small but grew rapidly. Today, we’re one of the largest accredited, online universities in the U.S.

At WGU, we believe in the life-changing power of education. We believe in people and their potential to do great things. And we believe in a future where everyone can earn a college degree if they want to, regardless of their background or financial position.

Hundreds of thousands of students — and counting — have earned their degrees from WGU. These are students who couldn’t afford college otherwise, or who didn’t have the luxury of making school their full-time job. It’s our student-first approach to higher education that helps WGU remain the most accessible and flexible option for modern degree seekers. And as higher education continues to evolve, we evolve with it — offering certificate programs and additional credentials that help learners advance their careers.

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