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I heard that University of the People has no physical campus, or offices in the US. Should I be worried? Our processing office is in Pasadena, California, where staff members handle much of the University’s administration. Because we are an online university, we don’t have a physical campus–instead, our students study from six continents (sorry, Antarctica!) in over…

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…

Accreditation is an important consideration for students who are pursuing a degree at a college, university, or vocational school. Accredited institutions have to meet or exceed the number of standards that ensures their students will receive a quality education. Is the school that you are considering among the internationally accredited universities that employers or graduate…

Over 10,000 students enrolled in UoPeople’s New Academic Year Pasadena, CA. September 12, 2017 – University of the People (UoPeople) announced today over 10,000 students have enrolled in its degree programs, marking a major milestone for the world’s first non-profit, tuition-free, accredited American online university. UoPeople has 10,199 enrolled students this term – Term 1…

University of the People stands with DACA and undocumented students Pasadena, CA. August 30, 2017 – As pressure mounts on President Trump to abolish the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy, University of the People (“UoPeople”) announces that it will stand in solidarity with all students in the United States who find their…

Getting a second bachelor’s degree (2nd bachelor’s degree) is a great option for anyone looking to change careers, excel in their career, achieve personal goals, or fulfill graduate school requirements. If you’ve been wondering what kind of degree to get and questioning, “Can you get two bachelor’s degrees?” the simple answer is yes. The even…

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