University of Phoenix Alumni?

[Gophernut]

Originally Posted by forgop

I'm not an alum of UoP, but let me just say that there is little to no credibility to a degree from any online program IMO(unless it's done through a major university).

I would personally stay away from any school that is looking for a profit because it only signals they are more concerned with enrollment than quality of education.

I work for a for profit education school, and this couldn't be further from the truth. Are we concerned with enrollment absolutely, are we concerned with quality of education? Of course we are. It's the only way I know to keep the profits coming in. If we don't graduate capable students, we can't help them find a career. If we don't help them find a career, we have simply failed them and any word of mouth is going to be negative. We have, like UoP both online and in residence courses. We work hard to make sure our programs are current, and are being presented in a way that employers want to speak with our graduates.
I am sorry, but saying all schools who are for profit are only in it for the money, is simply not true. I work daily with people who's dedication to the students is amazing. They stay late, they get here early, they take the time to tutor students on their own time. I wouldn't hesitate to look at a for profit school to enroll in. My daughter goes to the one I work for.
Having said that, make sure the college is accredited. If it's not, then your degree won't carry any weight. Just because it's online doesn't mean it's not accredited. UoP is accredited.