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Your future is worth the investment.

Whether you’re seeking a new career path or you’re in the field and want to increase your opportunities—and your salary— earning your degree can help you achieve your goals.

Why do students choose WGU?

  • Certifications and a degree. Most WGU IT programs include relevant industry certifications—at no extra cost. (If you already hold certifications, you may be able to waive some course requirements.)  
  • Competency-based learning. You can demonstrate your knowledge and skills to move through courses more quickly, which can save you time and money.
  • Affordable tuition. Our flat-rate tuition means one fee per term, no matter how many classes you take. Federal financial aid is available and WGU offers scholarships specifically for IT students.
  • Unparalleled flexibility. Learn on your schedule. Your coursework and tests are available online anytime, anywhere.
  • Dedicated support. You’ll have personalized faculty support from a dedicated Program Mentor. Your mentor is an expert in their field who’ll help you navigate your way from enrollment to graduation.

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Certifications Included in WGU Degrees

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Network Engineering and Security

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B.S. Network Engineering and Security

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B.S. Network Engineering and Security

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B.S. Data Analytics

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B.S. Cloud Computing

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B.S. Data Analytics

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B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

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B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

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B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

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B.S. Cloud Computing

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B.S. Cloud Computing

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M.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

*Stackable certification awarded through earning multiple CompTIA certifications.

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Cloud Computing

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Cloud Computing

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Offered in the following degrees:

M.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Cloud Computing

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Cloud Computing

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B.S. Cloud Computing

Offered in the following degrees:

B.S. Cloud Computing

Spend Less with Flat-Rate Tuition

Undergraduate
School of Technology undergraduate program tuition

$3,725 — $4,365

Graduate
School of Technology graduate program tuition 

$4,040 — $4,655

Tuition rates effective September 1, 2024. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term. 
All programs: $200 per term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.

Undergraduate
School of Technology undergraduate program tuition

$3,725 — $4,365

Graduate
School of Technology graduate program tuition 

$4,040 — $4,655

Tuition rates effective September 1, 2024. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term. 
All programs: $200 per term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.

Prepared for Success on the Job

*From a 2023 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU graduates.

100% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*

97% of employers said that they would hire another WGU grad.*

98% of employers said WGU graduates met or exceeded expectations.*

Accredited, Respected,
Recognized™

One important measure of a degree’s value is the reputation of the university where it was earned. When employers, industry leaders, and academic experts hold your alma mater in high esteem, you reap the benefits of that respect. WGU is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality has been recognized.

A WGU Degree Pays for Itself Faster and Adds Little to No New Debt

By providing useful information and advice on responsible borrowing before enrollment, keeping tuition low while you’re enrolled, and providing programs that lead to better jobs after graduation, WGU packs a one-two-three punch designed to keep your debt low and your return on investment quick.

Average income increase from all degrees in annual salary vs. pre-enrollment salary. Source: 2023 Harris Poll Survey of 1,655 WGU graduates. Survey was sent to a representative sample of WGU graduates from all colleges. Respondents received at least one WGU degree since 2017.

On average, WGU graduates see an increase in income post-graduation


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