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UoPeople Creates the World’s First Cryptocurrency Endowment Fund

Fastest Growing Online University Also Will Award Digital NFT Diplomas PASADENA, CA (December 14, 2021) — University of the People (UoPeople) announced today that it has established the first endowment fund seeded with cryptocurrency donations. The University also announced that it will begin providing its graduates with digital diplomas via NFTs, giving students the option…

Extraordinary Women in Computer Science Who Shook the World

The field of computer science has historically been male-dominated. According to data from the National Science Board, women make up half the college-education population, but only 28% of the science and engineering workforce in the United States. In the UK, the number is even more dire — women make up half the employees in the…

Your Guide to Student Loan Forgiveness

According to Forbes, student debt in the United States was at a whopping $1.6 trillion as of 2020. With 45 million borrowers, student loans rank second in the consumer debt category with mortgage debt being first. As tuition prices skyrocket, loans are becoming increasingly more expensive and unmanageable. While this information may cause you to…

After Years of Abuse and Growing Up in Foster Care, Tech-Savvy Student Finally Able to Achieve His Dreams Thanks to UoPeople

To say Joshua Santos had a difficult childhood would be an understatement. After undergoing 14 years of horrific abuse from his biological parents, Josh was placed in foster care. “Most of the kids in the group home had severe disorders which led them to get very violent at times,” Joshua said. “It was a very…

10 Greatest Philosophers of All Time

Philosophers have been shaping the world and our school of thought for thousands of years and are still very much relevant in our world today. The greatest philosophers of all time have left us with abundant resources that help us understand the human psyche and the world around us. Before we get to some of…

Why Study Abroad? Do It For All These Reasons!

  Many students wish to see the world, but their priority is first to complete their degree. This makes perfect sense, but did you know that you can travel abroad and earn your degree simultaneously? Here, we’ll share all the top reasons why study abroad programs are so popular.   Source: Unsplash      What…

The Many Challenges Of Online Learning! How To Overcome Them?

Before the COVID-19 pandemic swept the world, online learning was growing in its popularity. With the rapid onset of the virus, many schools had to reposition themselves to operate online. There are many upsides to online learning, but there are also some challenges of online learning. Here, we will break down what online learning means,…

COVID’s Delta Variant Disrupting College Enrollment Plans for Fall

Many Students Are Opting for Online Universities Instead of Studying on Campus PASADENA, CA (August 19, 2021) – The persistent impact of COVID-19 and the rapid spread of its Delta variant are making college students rethink their plans to attend in-person classes on campus this fall. With most brick-and-mortar colleges in the U.S. planning to…

University of the People Receives $10 Million Donation

PASADENA, CA (October 27, 2021) – University of the People (UoPeople) announced today that it has received a $10 million commitment from an anonymous donor. “After reaching the milestone of 100,000 students, and with no plans to stop our growth to serve those most in need of higher education, UoPeople’s needs continue to expand,” said…

5 Best Personal Finance Tips for College Students!

If you look at the OECD’s data on how much students spend on tertiary education around the world, you’ll find that the United Kingdom and the United States are the most expensive countries for college students. On that note, it may not be surprising why America’s student debt bubble has reached $1.73 trillion. When it…

What Can You Do With A Business Management Degree?

If you have a knack for business and enjoy problem-solving, then a business management degree may be right up your alley. You may be wondering, “What can you do with a business management degree?” In this article, we will answer this question, as well as: “What jobs can you get with a business management degree?”…

What is Tertiary Education? Why Does It Matter?

There’s primary, secondary, and tertiary education. But what is tertiary education exactly? And what are the benefits of tertiary education? As a provider of tertiary education, we at University of the People, are strong proponents of continued higher education. We will share everything you should know about the tertiary education meaning so that you can…