University of Phoenix

Horrible service. They have 2 accounts for me but can’t seem to figure that out. Michael Aviles is horrible at his so called job. Gio is of no help either. Michael «schedules appointments», but does not call when he says he will. He calls 2 days later. That happened 3 times. He doesn’t answer emails promptly either.
When I try to start the application it gives error messages, but no one is able to help me. Michael has the nerve to email me and say they will help when I am ready… uhm hello… UOP needs to be ready, and figure out what the heck they are doing. If that’s their front line they have issues!

I can’t necessarily comment on this particular campus because I am an online student. Unfortunately, there is no site for the online school. Hmmm… I went back to get my BSN late in life and while it was no small feat, I finally finished. The online option is expensive and you have to be super motivated and focused to get it done because you are on your own. However, there is a tremendous amount of support from advisors and there is tech support which is phenomenal. If you want it bad enough. you can do it. It just takes persistence, time, and money.

I earned both my Teaching Credential and Masters in Education (Curriculum and Instruction) using the San Jose campus. University of Phoenix is a great place to extend your education. I learned a great deal about child development, instructional technology, and curriculum development.
During my time at UoP, I made a few life long friends that I will remain in contact throughout my teaching career.
This was a wonderful place to build friendships and learn.

I am giving this school 5 stars, in hopes that many of you out there can also read the good reviews rather than the bad ones on here. I will keep it short and sweet, but this school is very organized and professional. All staff members are very helpful and willing to work with you no matter what the problem is. The instructors are all very well educated, very informative and have experience in the feild they’re teaching. You get out of class what you put into it. Everyone has a different goal, and degree they want to pursue and this school has a great system to help you get there. They are great to Veterans (one being myself – USMC) So to all wanting to use your GI BILL and not knowing where to go, check this place out and ignore the rude reviews. This school is a great place to get or continue your education if you have a busy lifestyle.

This review is for the CLEP examination and process associated with it. CLEP themselves could integrate a bit better with the schools, but that’s out of UofP’s control. My experience with UofP stretched about 3 months and 5 CLEP exams. The location is conveniently located near my house and my office. Sara Chavez is pretty amazing. She motivates you to do your absolute best and makes it seem like you’ve known each other forever. She ensures the environment is free of distractions and really works with your schedule.
The only reason I’m not giving 5 stars is because some of the staff (other than Sara!) aren’t cognizant that testing is going on and since the testing area is not sound proof by any means, and it’s right next to their main office doors, it can get a bit loud and distracting. I suggest you bring ear plugs if you need to focus. CLEP tests are no joke, unless you’re a crazy speed reader and you scored high on all your practice tests, you’re going to need just about every minute to read and review your answers.
With studying and previous knowledge of the exams, I passed ⁴⁄₅ of them. I can guarantee a large part of that success was the testing facility and Sara. I’m very appreciative and happy to have found it. I’ll highly recommend it and use it again if need be. (I’m really however, looking forward to never having to take another CLEP exam in my life!)

I don’t have direct experience with the school, however, I inquired online and had to put my phone number. (required field, even to receive info by mail) They called me about 10 times in 1 ½ days. Not one time leaving a message. I understand wanting to get the enrollment, but that is excessive… At least call once, maybe twice but leave a message!

AS the owner of Superior Tile in Marlborough Mass, I found that this schools curriculum was perfectly structured for my busy adult life. Though, going forward I would like to see this school develop a more strict screening process for new applicants; because clearly some of the new students coming through clearly should not have been here. Or, if they are going to be admitted, it is essential for «all» parties involved that they get some training «prior» to becoming a student… good-​luck
Roger Labbe

This will be my last update.
No longer a student here. Was kicked out because I couldn’t pay them $ 2,000 the minute they demanded it. In addition to being kicked out, I am unable to receive my transcripts or get them sent anywhere until I pay them that money.
I lost my job last February, and they knew that. Doesn’t matter to them. They just want their cash and for you to shut up.
Waste of three years, thousands and thousands of dollars, and now I have nothing to show for anything.
STAY AWAY!

DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY WITH THIS SHAM OF A SCHOOL. They are too expensive. In the two years that I attended I had 4 different course advisers and 4 different financial advisers. They do not put much in writing and rely only on verbal communication in most cases. The result… if anything goes wrong, YOU ARE LEFT HOLDING THE BAG. This school should be shut down. They are selling you snake oil. Don’t do it.

Good programs… great instructors who work in the fields they teach… flexible classes that fit my schedule.

This is a review for the classroom facility only, I took a food safety class here, the place is nice and clean with a small snack room with vending machines on the ground floor, easy parking in the back, great for a 1 day class.

I consider this a good school if your a working adult and just want to get on with your degree.
I’m currently enrolled online in a Bachelors in Human Service Degree that i enjoy very much. I’m now on my 7^th course and i feel like i made the right choice. Overall you get what you put in, just like anything in life. While i do agree that the price is expensive, just think in five years what the price will be if you wait. Besides a degree will last you a life time, its not like a $ 20 to $ 30K car you buy then trade in five years.

The program is expensive and will put you further and further into debt.
Some of my instructors were great and had good information but mostly, I just felt like it was a waste of my time. They focus on group work in all the classes but it just gets old. It’s so hard to meet with groups because of everyone’s busy schedule.
The classes are long, even though it’s once a week. 4 hours and it gets old again real fast. They just make you write papers all the time and it just feels like they give you A’s and B’s without even really looking at the paper.
I didn’t finish my degree here, I went back to State and there is a great big difference in the program. The people at State are concerned about you while it seems that the people at UOP are just interested about coming in on time to class to teach.
Maybe other people have had better experience… but I didn’t. So think hard before considering a profit school like UOP. It may seem faster, but are you really learning anything.
OoOO and I hate e-​books. You have the option to buy them yourself but already included in the tuition are the fees for the e-​books for class. They are hard to take notes from because you are staring at a damn screen.
Can you tell? I love University of Phoenix.