Western Governors University is a non-profit online university offering you a convenient, flexible online education. WGU is the only accredited university in the U.S. offering competency-based, online degrees.

Western Governors University is the country's only online competency-based university. As a non-profit university created by the governors of 19 states to expand access to higher education, our TUITION IS LESS THAN HALF what you would pay at other reputable online universities.

Western Governors University is ideal for the student who needs flexibility and can thrive with a high degree of independence. Working closely with faculty mentors committed to your success, you will follow a personalized program that allows you to accelerate

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