Western Governors University (WGU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Salt Lake City, UT. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page. Western Governors University is a completely online college that all degrees can be earned entirely through the distance learning.
The WGU's 2024 tuition & fees is $8,300 for the academic year 2023-2024. 38% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,359.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 156,935 and the students to faculty ratio is 42 to 1 (2.38%).
WGU ranked 8th in Utah Colleges rankings. Western Governors University is accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Western Governors University is $8,300. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,856.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,600 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,288.
| Undergraduate | $8,300 |
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| Graduate | $8,856 |
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| Undergraduate | $8,600 |
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| Graduate | $9,288 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
At Western Governors University, all courses can be done through online classes completely (both undergraduate and graduate degrees).
Special Learning Opportunities at WGU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | No |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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