WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
WGU Ohio
5th Anniversary
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Join us on June 21st to celebrate five years of WGU Ohio at the Statehouse!
WGU Ohio was established in 2018 as a partnership between Western Governors University and the state of Ohio with a unique mission to help Ohioans obtain a quality education through online, competency-based programs that address key workforce needs. In its first year, WGU Ohio proudly enrolled 2,271 students. As of March 2023, we are thrilled to say we have grown to 4,936 enrolled students, with over 9,000 graduates total. This growth can be attributed to WGU Ohio’s many partnerships with corporations, school districts, healthcare facilities, associations, and many other institutions. By creating partnerships with organizations such as the Ohio Association of Community Colleges, Huntington Bank, KFC Foundation, Ohio Health, the East Central Province of Kappa Alpha Psi, the City of Dayton and more, WGU Ohio helps them create new opportunities for their employees.
Agenda
On the evening of June 21st, we will kick off the celebration at 5 P.M. at the Statehouse. This first hour will be dedicated to networking and enjoying light appetizers and drinks. At 6 P.M. we will begin our program comprised of esteemed speakers, videos, and awards & scholarships.
Featured Partners
WGU partners with hundreds of companies to help increase learning opportunities for every individual. Some of our partners include Ohio Health, Kroger, Anthem, Huntington Bank, University Hospitals, Kettering Health, Cleveland Clinic, Portsmouth City Schools, Cincinatti Public Schools, the City of Dayton, Great Oaks, Ohio Association of Community Colleges, Premier Health, Nationwide, the East Central Province of Kappa Alpha Psi, the KFC Foundation, and the Ohio, Columbus, Dayton, and Greater Akron Chambers of Commerce.
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.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master's degree program in nursing at WGU are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
The post-graduate APRN certificate program at WGU is pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). Applying for accreditation does not guarantee that accreditation will be granted.
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.*
Why WGU?
Be Career Ready
Designed with input from healthcare leaders, our accredited programs give you the skills and credentials today’s employers need. That’s why 97% of employers said they’d hire another WGU grad.1
1: 2023 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU grads.
Get and Keep the Job You Want to Have
85% of WGU graduates are employed in their degree fields—and 87% are employed full-time.2
2: 2023 Harris Poll of 1,655 WGU grads.
Save Money
With flat-rate tuition that is 47% lower than the national average3 and generous need-based scholarships, our degrees are an excellent investment that you can afford.
3: National rates reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System in 2022. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Prelicensure program.
Work as You Need While Going to School
At WGU, you can complete courses, take tests, and graduate on your schedule. In fact, many of our healthcare students work full-time while earning their life-changing bachelor’s or master’s degrees.