Online College Reviews & Opinions about Online Schools

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

bnmiller — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:47:14 GMT

I am looking into their hr management program. I talked to the enrollment advisor and she gave me a lot of info without sounding like a comercial. The advisors here are not pushy compared to the other schools that I have contacted.

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

SteveFoerster — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:43:23 GMT

Sorry, I should have been more clear: There's no such connection anymore since they became independent. I have no idea if there are any residual international aspects five years on. If that's of interest it might be worth asking them?

-=Steve=-

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

Cajun — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:25:08 GMT

The Japan connection may help if you decide to get involved with international business. Just a thought...

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

SteveFoerster — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 22:36:57 GMT

bnmiller:
Okay. so I spoke with the enrollment rep at Post University. She said that the military discount is 250 a credit and books are free. I checked out their school website and the online program looks pretty good. I think this might be the school. Does anyone know about this university?

That's a decent rate for a regionally accredited school, which Post is. They have an interesting history -- founded in 1890, affiliated with Teikyo University in Japan for fourteen years (during which they were called "Teikyo Post University") and back to being an independent institution for the last five years.

-=Steve=-

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

Cajun — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:43:18 GMT

I never really hear much about Post, thus of course I've never heard anything bad about them and I do know of at least one Post student but his school was never really discussed at length and unfortunately I really don't know how to contact him these days. After browsing their page I will say it appears they definitely have their act together, easy to navigate site, regionally accredited, decent looking programs. Looks like a win to me.

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

bnmiller — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:07:03 GMT

Okay. so I spoke with the enrollment rep at Post University. She said that the military discount is 250 a credit and books are free. I checked out their school website and the online program looks pretty good. I think this might be the school. Does anyone know about this university?

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

Cajun — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:34:34 GMT

No problem, good luck in your search and let us know what you find.

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

bnmiller — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 20:17:26 GMT

Ashford does sound like a pretty good school, but I've also read some bad reviews about them. I just don't want to make a bad decision when it comes to my education. I am researching a few other school, so wish me luck guys. By the way, thanks for of your input and support.

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

SteveFoerster — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:42:39 GMT

bnmiller:
Ashford and Jones International have military benefts where they discount tuition to 250 a credit. Plus they pay for books and tech fees.

That's a pretty good deal. I know more about Ashford than I do about Jones, as Ashford gets good reviews from students. Jones, nothing either way -- could be a problem or it could be an unsung hero, no way to tell.

-=Steve=-

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

Cajun — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:13:17 GMT

This is just my not so unbiased opinion, but Ashford at $250 an hour with books included is a steal. I paid WAY more than that for my MBA from them. Just thought I'd toss that out there. Also their online services, technology and support are a lot slicker and better layout than pretty much anywhere else I've gone with perhaps the exception of Bellevue who while they are not as intuitive, have a broader technology offering. Personally I'm for function and seamless transitions from one class to the next.

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

bnmiller — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:23:35 GMT

Thanks for all of your help. I am having such a hard time deciding on which school to attend. After having such a bad experience at UoP, I don't want to make the same mistake again. Ashford and Jones International have military benefts where they discount tuition to 250 a credit. Plus they pay for books and tech fees. Does anyone know if learning teams are required at Jones International?

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

Cajun — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:20:23 GMT

bnmiller:

Cajun,
Thanks for your help. What are the classes like at Ashford? Do you have to do group projects? Do you take test or is it basically weekly essays? Thanks again.

The Ashford classes went by very quickly and were very demanding. I don't remember ever having to do any group projects. I did have a couple of quizzes, but nothing like a mid-term or anything, it was all about research papers of which I probably did hundreds and of course discussion questions. I blogged on it, you may be able to find that blog still on here somewhere.

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

manlief — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:11:26 GMT

HI bnmiller,

Yes I have done weekly research papers for all my classes except Math where we had homework and quizzes. The papers are typically 500 - 750 words in APA format. Some teachers are pickier then others about staying within APA guidelines. We also have to post about two discussion questions and the teachers do want a substantive posting. I spend around 15 - 20 hours studying. There is a lot of reading, but I believe this is true for most schools. I have attended a couple of ground schools and this is my third online school ( I went to Strayer and South University before) I like the fact that they do not have a high turnover of staff as in the other schools and I have found all my insructors so far really care that thier students are learning. I like the eight week term at GCU compared with the five week term at South University. Also I worked with a great lady getting in to the school, we talk regularly and she (and her daughter) also are students at GCU. Let me know if you want her contact info. Oh, one other thing GCU is a non-denominational christian school. They do require two classes in bible study. I found the religious classes interesting and there were people from different religions not just christiians. I hope that helps. If you need more info let me know. Good luck in your decision.

manlief

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

bnmiller — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 03:49:11 GMT

Manlief,

What are the classes like at Grand Canyon? Do mostly write research papers or do you have to take test also? How much time to do spend studying? I was told that you have to do weekly research papers. Is that true? Thanks for your help.

Re: deciding between jiu or grand canyon

bnmiller — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:56 GMT

Cajun,

Thanks for your help. What are the classes like at Ashford? Do you have to do group projects? Do you take test or is it basically weekly essays? Thanks again.