University of Phoenix-Online Campus Top Questions

What should every freshman at University of Phoenix-Online Campus know before they start?

Montraye

Since enrolling into college after a seven year absence, I have gained a tremendous amount of confidence. Being out of school that long made me nervous when I finally decided to go back. But it was not at all what I expected to be. I got so much encouragement from my student counselor and faculty; which made me feel at ease with everything. One of the best experiences is working with other students; getting their point of view on subjects that we talk about. I was able to give my point of view to add to our discussions also. The highlight of my college experience so far was earning my first credits. This made me happy because I never thought I would see the day when I earn a college credit.

Shannon

I have gotten a lot of rewards from my collage experience. I have learned to take pride in my work and in my grades. I attend school online and it can be challenging at times to find the motivation to log in to class after working all day but I have found that after I do I am proud of myself. It?s also rewarding that my family is proud of me as well. I am the first in my family to attend collage. I was out of school for over five years before I decided to go back and I am happy that I took the steps and enrolled. It has been valuable to me to attend school because I know that I am bettering my life. I know that I will be able to have the career I have always wanted and make a difference by helping others. Going back to school has helped me take pride in myself and is the best decision I have ever made. I would not change a thing about my collage experience or my decision to go back.

Brent

I just started in April of this year, but in that short amount of time, I have learned a lot of useful information just in general education. I am very glad that I have decided to go back to school and that I chose the University of Phoenix as my college. I am sure that it will be well worth it to attain my degree and begin a career that I love to do. I am very excited for the opportunity to show people what I have to offer when I graduate.

Marcie

I really can not say much since I am starting on 6/14.

Rita

I have gotten a lot out of it so far. I am only doing one class at a time. I am a busy person and want to do the college thing at a slow pace.

Dina

My college experience to date has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The online program has afforded me the priveledge continue my education and still take care of my family. It has allowed me to prove to myself, as well as, my children that no matter what the circumstances, education is important, and it is never too late to get a degree. My family supports me, allowing me the time to study and be successful, and University of Phoenix has given me the opportunity to get my degree in the most convenient way possible. I cannot say enough about this program. In addition, I receive phenomenal support from my Enrollment Counselor and Financial Advisor, and the instructors provide thorough feedback; all tools and resources are available at all times. I cannot say enough good things about what a positive experience this has been. I cannot wait to complete my program successfully and start a new career.

Michael

The main thing I have gotten out of college, is the realization that it is alright to be better than you are. Allowing yourself to grow is the hardest thing, because it puts you in a vunerable position to fail. The biggest part is starting, because it can be overwhelming, making you feel out of place. But the joy of success cannot be measured, when you've been tested and excelled, even exceeding your own expectations of self. Life is only given once, so why waste your potential when you know it's there to be used? My desire is to take these college years and like a wild weed in an untamed field, grow. Grow in knowledge, understanding and tolerance. Going to school in Berkeley California has afforded me an education that is not only informative, but also creative. It's my dream to succeed!

Margaret

I have received my Associates degree and am currently going after my Bachelors degree. Getting my Associates degree was special due to the fact that I have never completed anything like that before! I am really excited about my future and look forward to going to an onground school to receive my Masters. I am hoping to keep my GPA up, a 3.5, so that I can receive further scholarships to a good onground school.

Jennifer

I have realized that I am smarter than I ever thought I was. I am getting good grades and it makes me feel good about myself. I have learned how to communicate online using correct tones. It is valuable for me to attend college because I am a single mother and sole provider for my two girls. I need to get a college degree in order to have a career to support my children. I am also setting a good example for my girls. I am showing them that it is necessary to get a college education and get good grades at the same time.

Kaley

I have enjoyed learning, although it had been several years since I had attended high school. I feel like I am worth more now that I have some college education under my belt. In a couple months I will have my associates degree and begin working on my bachelors and that feeling is not something that can be duplicated. I feel that I will be someone my children can look up to as well as my sister. I enjoy knowing that I am working hard towards something that will benefit myself and my children for the rest of our lives.

Paul

I have received a well balanced educational experience from facilitators who are driven towards success in my classes that I have attended and classes that I am currently attending. The instructors committment to my overall achievement and completion is rewarding and their interaction with students is admirable. Attending the University of Phoenix online has been a valuable experience for me as I have learned the importance of collaborting effectively in a team driven environment that closely relates to the real world and business. Understanding that diveristy exists everywhere is key to adapting and accepting other cultural beliefs and ethnic backgrounds.

Brittany

What I have got from my college experiences is that I feel great about myself knowing that I am trying to provide a future for my daughter and be that role model to her that I never had from my own parents. I have learned how to manage my time more wisely so I have time to work and spend time with my family. Even though I have changed my major twice since I graduated high school, I have learned a lot of different information from each major starting with business/marketing management to health care administration. My college experiences have made my husband want to go back to school to complete his degree in accounting and my mom to go back to school for health care as well. I feel like I am a role model to everyone in my family because I am a first generation college student. I am proud to be back in school because I want to be financially stable and not struggle financially with bills, groceries and so forth.

Miranda

I was born into a family that never attended college. I am assuming that is why I never thought of attending until I turned 24 years old. My first thought was with the economy the way it is I needed to do something to better my life. Very shortly after that I contacted my college and started up my classes within the week I called! The experiences I have gotten out of my college would have to be not to be afraid to grow your knowledge. I remember being terrified that I was going to fail my classes. Astonishgly, I am passing them all with 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. The biggest experience I have learned is to never give up and reach your goal no matter how hard. I learned this from an assignment I had done. This college had been more than valuable for me to attend because it is online which makes UOPX very convienent! Its valuable because the teachers and students and all the staff are so amazing and help no matter what! Whatever your problem or question is rest assured it will be answered! I am so proud to tell everyone I am a Phoenix!

Rita

That you have to put time into it or you will fail classes

Jennifer

By obtaining my Bachelor's Degreee, I was able to travel to Korea on a work Visa to discover my passion in teaching. The discovery of this passion has lead me to returning to school to achieve my Master's Degree in Education. I would definitely recommend University of Phoenix to others, as an excellent program for professionals wishing to complete their education.

Mary

I have gotten a lot from my experience so far at the University of Phoenix online. The main thing that I have gotten is the continued verification that my aspirations to make the world a better place is the right thing to do. The staff at this institue of higher learning is so supportive of my dream to open a health care facility in Mexico for the very large low income population, who have no protection against the cost of health care, that they have used that goal as a map for my classes in my diverse schedule.

Isabel

In compiling this admissions survey, my personal evaluation, and my resume, I recognize that I have changed even from as short a time as last winter. Collating the work output I attained throughout my career is an uplifting experience. My ability to assess my strengths and recognize areas for improvement have brought my expansion and evolution to light. I am also able to draw tangible connections between these many elements and their varied aspects and facets. I rejoice at the fact that the global win-win concept that once seemed so unfamiliar to me in college now serves as the supporting theme in my life. It encourages me to draw even more profound connections between former achievements and future possibilities. I realize that I can use my growth and ever-changing progress of understanding and knowledge to assist myself and others in the areas of adult education and lifelong learning. In doing so, I am making a conscious choice to contribute to building a better world.

John

During my stay at Mesa State College not only have I made lifelong friendships from people I have come in contact with but I have also met proffesors who I, one day, hope to call my friends as well. I have learned so much from my brief attendance and cant wait to see what the next few years have in store. It has and will continue to be the best investment I have ever made.

Capricia

A sense of self, gratification, and knowing that I have the ability to produce just as good and well as others.

Jonathan

I have gotten out a lot in my college experience. Business skills, leadership, and communication; however, are my main goals that I have achieved during my time at this college. I have learned how to communicate with people in having a social life with other people while in college. Team assignments creates diverse ideas and innovations o being a team player. Learning as a team; however, has made me a better person with communicating in marketing. Currently that I learned from University of Phoenix in business. I was able to operate an online financial planning business. Websites, business cards, and advertisements; moreover, is how I market my business online. This is compared to all of the effective training that I am learning while at University of Phoenix Online campus. My website is www.financailsuccessor.com. University of Phoenix has driven me to be independent in my entrepreneurship in business. By learning online while I complete my business degree, I am able to use my college experience in my everyday in independency. I am in need of this scholarship to create financial success. Once I receive this scholarship to pay for my college, I will spread wealth and prosperity.