Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Online | wgu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Western Governors University (WGU), headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a private, nonprofit institution operating entirely through a competency-based online learning model. Founded in 1997 by 19 U.S. governors seeking to expand access to higher education, WGU operates without a traditional campus, instead delivering all coursework through its digital platform. The university offers bachelor's and master's degrees primarily in four areas: business, information technology, education, and health professions, with programs structured around demonstrating mastery of skills rather than completing credit hours. WGU employs a term-based flat-rate tuition model where students can complete as many courses as they are able within each six-month term, and assigns dedicated faculty mentors to guide students through their individualized academic programs.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $200 |
| Other Fees | $590 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $8,100 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $17,600 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=433387 IPEDS survey data for Western Governors University.
Current students may use the Western Governors University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025