I finished my MSN through Walden in 2008. Fantastic program, and I am now in the Public Health PhD program there. When I was in the program 3 of my co-workers were in traditional programs at a local university. I choose Walden over it because of the flexibility. Working night shift I was unable to get to class on their schedule and still get to sleep. I really believe that my classes were tougher, and I received a better education than my friends. Through Walden I had to learn to think and write. It was worth every minute, and every penny that I spent to get the degree. And so far I am loving my PhD program.