Independence University
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Author: Kaitlyn Short
Independence University tries its best to live up to its name, offering students the independence they need to earn a degree and reach their dreams. A college degree is needed for students to get a higher earning job, but not all students can put their lives on hold and go to school in the conventional sense, so IU gives students freedom to attend class anytime-anywhere. Attempting to make the online learning process as effective as the on-campus learning process is one of IU's main focuses. IU offers degrees in four areas including: healthcare, business, technology, and graphic arts. By focusing on four categories, IU is able to provide a high quality education for students while preparing them for specialized success.
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The Good
- Competitive Degrees
Competitive Degrees
For 35 years, IU has provided distance education for working adults. In the beginning, IU specialized in health programs. Building great connections in the healthcare industry makes IU a great school for healthcare professionals looking to expand their education. As IU continued to develop, they expanded the same principles they applied to healthcare to develop business, technology, and graphic arts programs. Degree levels offered by IU include:- Associate's degrees
- Bachelor's degrees
- Master's degrees
The Bad
- No Doctorate
- Average Job Placement Rate
No Doctorate
IU is a specialized school highly focused on healthcare. With four categories of education, IU doesn't offer a wide range of programs in terms of subject manner. There are 35 different programs which is a small variety when compared to other online schools. Concerns for prospective students include:- Cost per credit hour ranging from $1,310 - $1,966
- No doctorate programs available
Average Job Placement Rate
The cost of attending IU is higher than many other institutions. Nearly everyone can get in, but not everyone can afford to finance their education. IU is highly focused on helping get their students a better job, but only 67% of students reported finding jobs in the field they wanted.The Bottom Line
- Fill out application online
- Submit required documents (transcripts, test scores, etc)
- Meet with financial and career planner
- Meet with Director of Admissions
