Students Western Governors
Published Mar 10, 2010
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benegesserit
569 Posts
Can you explain how in depth the papers for? And the length? Where they really anal and/or picky?
Papers don't have a set length. They'll give a suggested length, but the important part is covering everything in the rubric, and there is no penalty for going shorter as long as everything is adequately covered.
Average length varies depending on the assignment and your writing style. Most are in the 5-10 page range. The one referred to as "The Beast" is generally the longest, and in the 25 page range.
I haven't found the graders too picky. Other people have. I'm sure it depends somewhat on what grader you happen to get, as well as the knowledge and writing skill you bring into it.
Minnesota Betty
27 Posts
How long does it take after finishing the last class to get the BSN? If I finish, for example, in month 1 of a term, do I have to wait until the term is completed? Thanks!
featherzRN, MSN
1,012 Posts
Nope, you get it about a week to 10 days after you finish your last class. :)
Wyomingskies
2 Posts
Commuter how long did it take you to complete 34 credits to get your RN to BSN?
TheCommuter, BSN, RN
102 Articles; 27,612 Posts
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FlagstaffRN, MSN
My first term will end Dec 31, and I've completed the initial classes and added two more from upcoming terms, so I've finished 18 credits so far. I took 3 weeks off in September, and did a little procrastinating in the beginning. Yesterday I started Information Management at 10:30 and took my webcam proctored test at 1930. Not too bad. I still get emails from UTA and GCU trying to get me to enroll. The rep from GCU actually blasted WGU. I love the fees, and really like that there are no textbook fees. I've had NO problems contacting mentors - they have all been awesome. Best BSN program, in my opinion.
missna4u
24 Posts
Has anyone had an issue with jobs and their degree from WGU? Is it accepted without any issues?
passionflower, BSN, MSN, RN
222 Posts
If you search the postings you will find many responses to this question that has been asked and answered several times. I have not yet completed the program so I can't answer from a personal perspective but the responses have largely been positive.
Honestly I wish they would create a sticky.
Just have answers ready. Yes, it is accredited. Be prepared to explain the difference between competency-based learning and giving credit for "life experience" and talk about some of your coursework.
There are those who will have a bad opinion of online colleges, or WGU in particular. That is life. If they are so closed-minded that they won't even hear you out about it, you are probably dodging a bullet. There are more who don't care about anything but the degree, or feel positively towards WGU
ypoe
58 Posts
How many proctored exams are there? What are the exams like?
klone, MSN, RN
14,790 Posts
4 or 5 maybe? Not sure how to answer "what are they like?" - they are exams on a computer. Mostly multiple choice.