Western Governors University

The university was founded by 19 U.S. governors in 1997 after the idea was formulated at a 1995 meeting of the Western Governors Association to expand education offerings to the internet. Scott D. Pulsipher is the current university president, having joined WGU on April 11, 2016; WGU's former president, Robert Mendenhall, is president emeritus and remains a member of WGU's Board of Trustees. WGU degree programs are accredited by recognized regional and national accreditation bodies such as, NWCCU, ACBSP, CAEP, CAHIIM, CCNE, and the NCATE.

To be admitted, you must:

Have earned a high school diploma or GED

Submit official transcripts of all prior academic work completed at community colleges, colleges, or universities you’ve attended.

Be at least 16 years of age

Meet additional requirements of the program