About Us

Talent is universal, but opportunity is not. The mission of Western Governors University is to change lives for the better by creating pathways to opportunity for all learners. We are the nation's largest nonprofit university, offering rigorous, online, competency-based bachelor's and master's degree programs. But beyond its degree programs, WGU is working to support learners in a variety of ways: college readiness programs and a path to college admission through WGU Academy; a revolutionary tuition model and access to scholarships and funding support; mentors and faculty members who care for students and assist them one by one; and post-graduation training and support through alumni programs.

Click here to hear success stories from alumni and students at a recent event in NYC:
https://www.wgu.edu/blog/northeast/enthusiastic-wgu-community-joins-president-pulsipher-new-york-city2202.html

Learn about how WGU supports CUNY faculty on online engagement and course design:
https://www.cuny.edu/academics/faculty-affairs/cuny-innovative-teaching-academy/cuny-wgu-collaborative-online-faculty-development/

Click on this link to see what a day in the life of a WGU student is like:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7X6QrtJM8k

It’s no surprise Forbes calls WGU the best kept secret in online universities
https://www.forbes.com/sites/dianahembree/2017/08/10/western-governors-university-the-best-kept-secret-in-online-colleges/?sh=57c00d6e6b48