More people joining WGU's online curriculum
Many people believe that enrolling in higher education is a way toward personal growth, as it can stretch their knowledge further and help them pick up on things that they may not have realized before. Because of the desire to boost one's learning potential, many schools have seen an increase in enrollment by prospective students.
Western Governors University (WGU), an online institution, reports that it received a national enrollment of more than 25,000 students and graduated more than 10,000, both of which were milestones for the university. The school predominantly caters to nontraditional students who are looking to further their education in order to make it in today's economy.
School officials were impressed by the high enrollment, noting that since its inception in 1999, the institution has come a long way in attracting people.
"This astonishing growth, from our first student in 1999 to more than 25,000 today, demonstrates that WGU is meeting a critical need in higher education," said Robert W. Mendenhall, president of the school. "There are a number of online universities offering college opportunities to working adults, but WGU is different."
Still, online learning takes a lot of self discipline, which is why it may be a good idea for individuals to practice self control before enrolling, as a way to stay on top of their studies.
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