Penn State World Campus

Author: Jenna Vasquez

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The Good

• Program Amenities
• Flexible Online Courses
• Faculty Support

Program Amenities

PSWC has created a seamless platform allowing online students to receive the same education and take part in a number of resources on-campus students can take advantage of. Students are able to receive a degree in over 150 programs from one of the most respected institutions in the United States without leaving the comfort of their home. Other benefits of the online platform include:

• Minor degrees available
• 87% admissions rate
• Credit for life experience

Flexible Online Courses

The online platform is completely flexible, allowing students to take courses when they are convenient and at their own pace. Extending your education is made easy by allowing students to earn degrees of every level and certificates that help strengthen those degrees.

Faculty Support

Online students receive all of the same benefits provided to online students including support from a dedicated faculty. The University is willing and happy to guide students through the learning process and help ensure they succeed both online and in the future.

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The Bad

• Additional Fees

Additional Fees

While students can apply for financial assistance, it is likely that students will need to finance a great deal of their online education. Tuition costs and additional fees can add up and become quite expensive. Costs and credit hour information can be broken down as follows:

• Varying cost per credit hour ranges from $535 - $1,850
• Credit hour requirements for each program varies
• Book costs and other fees may also apply

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The Bottom Line

PSWC provides students with an incredible opportunity. They are capable of receiving an education from a reputable university while studying at their own pace and fitting their education into their own schedule. Students become part of one of the largest student networks in the country and gain access to a huge alumni population. PSWC provides educational options to their students and opportunities to advance in their field. There are over 150 programs and every level of education provided to students. Each of the programs is taught with the same rigors as the on-campus courses. Prospective students will need to apply online. Items needed to apply include:

1. Copies of transcripts where applicable
2. Statement of purpose
3. Two letters of recommendation
4. Resume
5. Writing sample
6. Necessary test scores