Andrew Jackson University
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Accreditation: DETC
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Andrew Jackson University Reviews:
Love this University
September 12, 2009
Andrew Jackson University use up to date materials, their teachers are very professional and they are their when you need them. The institution - Excellent!! Support.... They are really good on that. Value...... $$$ Very affordable... and their technology study platform is easy to use.
Indistinguishable from traditional schools.
September 10, 2009
Completed my M.S. at AJU, having completed graduate and undergraduate degrees at traditional universities (i.e. on campus, classroom settings) I found the educational challenges similar, even a bit more challenging due to high volumes of assignments, coupled with proctored exams. AJU should be a model for all, online programmes to ...
Andrew Jackson University
September 8, 2009
AJU has an exceptional financial program to help those without veterans assistance or scholarships. I was very dubious of an on-line college. AJU offers many avenues of media to purchase textbooks. The technology support is outstanding. They will do everything they can to help you. The exams are very difficult ...
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Comments:
Jeff September 19, 2007 at 12:10 p.m.
Can anyone tell me if Andrew Jackson University and Columbia Southern University have any diffrence.
Jeff September 30, 2007 at 2:58 p.m.
Does anyone even go to AJU?
Jeff October 10, 2007 at 12:39 p.m.
I guess not...
Current AJU Student October 25, 2007 at 3:21 p.m.
I attend AJU; I have found it fits my needs. I would encourage any working adult to seriously look at AJU to further their Educational Goals.
Steve Ward October 31, 2007 at 5:40 p.m.
I would like to hear from a current student in AJU's Masters Program of Criminal Justice. Is it what you expected? Is it worth the time or money? Just let me anything you feel a person would want to know if they were considering enrollment.
Robert November 1, 2007 at 2:52 p.m.
Is there a current AJU student out there that can provide any info on their experience with the AJU? If so please help some possible future students on info about your dealings with your chosen degree program. It can be positive aswell as negative.
Jeff November 16, 2007 at 3:58 p.m.
Will AJU ever offer financial Aid to its students?
Carlos Lorie December 22, 2007 at 5:21 p.m.
It is evrything I expected and more.
Linda January 14, 2008 at 5:24 p.m.
Degree Mill Stay AWAY AT ALL COST!!!
JM February 11, 2008 at 8:40 p.m.
I have found the education here fantastic. It is very flexible and affordable. And forget what Linda says, it's not a degree mill, it's accredited by the DETC, which is recognized by the Department of Education. Proof: http://www.detc.org/school_details.php?i...
Do your homework. This is a fine school.
kendra May 20, 2008 at 1:54 p.m.
your the best!!!!!!!!!!sike !!!!!!!!!lol
Charles May 21, 2008 at 9:22 p.m.
I completed my M.S. in Criminal Justice at AIU and hold a 2nd graduate degree and two undergraduate degrees from traditional schools. I am a high ranking (level III, with most agencies = Captain) criminal investigator with my agency and also a part-time university professor at a regionally accredited school (which by the way they accepted my degree from AJU as a national accreditation=regional according to the U.S. dept. of education (their wording not mine). I was satisfied with the program, but caution those who haven't the drive and self-discipline to undertake extensive reading and writing projects (on average 10 projects per class with 2 proctored exams, no, you can't cheat, sorry).
AJU Student Now July 29, 2008 at 11:30 p.m.
Now they have a Zero Tuition for College Students program, it makes going to college more than affordable. Just wanted to share the information. www.aju.edu/partners.asp
chiquita September 16, 2008 at 2:02 p.m.
This school is NOT a diploma mill. the are accrediated by DETC in and was founded in 1994. This fall i will be enrolled in thier masters of public administartor program.
Tammy (the admissions counselor) is very helpful, friendly, and knowledgable. And i look forward to taking this course.
Jacki Baker--living in the UK September 18, 2008 at 6:17 p.m.
I am currently enrolled in my second semester with AJU in the MBA graduate program. The curriculum is challenging, especially considering I work full time and have a family/life, however the instructors I have had thus far have been very helpful in every aspect. Any time I have any sort of issue I receive responses and help within the same day. I am very pleased thus far and I would highly reccommend AJU. Tammy, the Senior Administrator, is very knowledgeable for anyone of you who have questions and want to know "why" AJU is better than other programs. She convinced me!
Joel A. - Sr Computer Analyst September 22, 2008 at 6:41 a.m.
Andrew Jackson University (AJU) is NO Diploma Mill! AJU is a Nationally Accredited Institution listed with the Distance Education Training Council (DETC) which is an accrediting body recognized by the US Dept of Education and authorized to accredit instituions of Higher Learning by the US Secretary of Education. The DETC is listed with the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as a legitimate Nationally Recognized Accreditng Body. I have checked and re-checked this fact and know it to be completely accurate and true as I am a person that has already been burnt by an unaccredited institution that is now listed as a diploma mill.
As for the programs, I have found the curriculum at AJU is more than just challenging, it is extensive, exhaustive, comprehensive, and well organized. The MBA and MPA programs are extremely comparable to most MBA/MPA programs at most other accredited on-line schools and in fact mimics many traditional Brick and Mortar campus based programs. As I am a Sr. Analyst with over 30 years in my field and over 10 years of management experience I know the relevance of the information that the well structured program and up to date curriculum offer.
To add to the joy of attending AJU I have found the instructors both knowledgeable and capable. They are helpful, courteous, caring, and much to my delight extremely practical in their approach to their roles as facilitators and not just instructors. They are practical teachers with a more realistic view of their students needs and existing capabilities and they have the flexibility to adjust to meet the demands and or challenges that each student presents.
The staff of AJU is also a pleasure to work with. They are friendly personable and efficient people who even as they run a business still take time to add that human touch to their daily tasks and in their daily communications.
AJU was already a good deal but with the new partner sponsored tuition plan AJU is quite simply the greatest educational bargain available today in my eyes and understanding.
In closing I have to state emphatically that I will forever be beholden to AJU for facilitating my dreams and desires to finish my education. AJU to me, may simply be the wave of the future, in terms of on-line education and I will forever proudly announce to the world when I complete my degree that I am an AJU Alumni!
taking classes September 28, 2008 at 12:50 p.m.
AJU is definitely not a diploma mill, trust me, there is a ton of work required to earn a degree there.
on my way October 7, 2008 at 10:58 a.m.
This school rocks!
Thomas October 20, 2008 at 3:23 a.m.
This school rocks!
* this is not a double post.
Not Bad but degrees from AJU may have limitations November 14, 2008 at 8:57 p.m.
The good thing is that you can get your master's for about less than $2,500 for the whole thing. There is a catch, you have to sign with one of their partners site(this is AJU back door), which eventually sells your information, even if they denied it.
The bad is that this degree has lots of limitations in the real world. Always check with prospective employers and or prospective schools that you want to use the degree for employment and or further your education. AJU is the least known of the DECT accredited schools out there. But, they may be change that a little bit due to this new program they have.
Uhh December 2, 2008 at 10:30 p.m.
Which is more affordable, AJU or Athabasca Uni?
Applying with reservation at AJU December 3, 2008 at 6:45 p.m.
I am former military and I am about to attend AJU under their new tuition sponsor program. While I initially thought that this school was a diploma mill, I took the time out and did my research. It is not. They actually are accredited by one of the 11 accrediting bodies recognized by the Dept. of Education and I saw them on the list. I was also able to reduce some of my fear and hesitation by speaking to Tammy in Admissions. Not only that, I did my search for regionally accredited universities who accept credits from nationally accredited universities like AJU. I found a HUGE list of them, so even if I decide not to attend AJU for a Master's Degree, I can still do so at a regionally accredited university without fear of losing money and time when I will already have a degree with AJU. That to me was awesome. Wish me luck!
Law school acceptance January 9, 2009 at 5:56 p.m.
Univ. of Alabama Law School and Emory University Law School both accept AJU degrees as legitimate.
Thomas January 28, 2009 at 10:04 a.m.
This is a great school. I am currently in their MBA program. I must say that I have to invest significantly more work than what I've anticipated. It is really tough for sure!
Andrew Jackson University also included in Peterson MBA guide.
Be Careful! February 7, 2009 at 7:58 p.m.
I have been spam 10X more since I signed with one of their site partner, now the spam email is coming exactly as a registered with both AJU and their site partner. So, they lie about not selling your information.
Jarrod February 10, 2009 at 6:06 p.m.
I am the Technology Coordinator for Andrew Jackson University and I am 100% sure your information is safe with us. I personally guard our email database and we have not, nor will we ever, sell email addresses. The money that could be made from that pales in comparison to the money our company can make providing a quality, low-cost education to people just like you. If you have any questions about our email policies, or ANYTHING regarding AJU, call me: 800-429-9300 (ext 112).
How's THAT for being open? :)
Be Careful! February 10, 2009 at 10:39 p.m.
Mr. Jarrod:
I have heard that before, the fact still remains, I gave specific information only known and given to AJU and with that came in the forms of email spams and magazines in the mail. I know because like you, I safe guard my information and I know to whom I give it to, but I am not sure that is safe with you, even if you say so. Anyway it is what it is, do not need more convincing.
jackyokey February 21, 2009 at 9:24 p.m.
"I personally guard our email database "
Lol. Do you sleep with it under your pillow, or what?
another view February 28, 2009 at 5:56 p.m.
I have had considerable problems with AJU...
Instructor feedback is minimal, if they respond at all.
Online proctored exam schedules are a major drawback. On my first exam, the proctor never even showed up. After scheduling the exam a minimum of 1 week ahead, I was left with no exam, no proctor and a busy signal on the help line for over an hour.
Emails to Jarrod and their tech department have resulted in them telling me to get my own IT tech guy. These responses usually take several days after your request for help.
Online tests often fail to record your answers, leading to a test score of zero on many occasions.
Tammy does care and tries to be very helpful, but the team behind her is very weak. She can't possibly handle all the problems herself (although she tries).
This online university has a LONG way to go in getting it right.
Proctor by Cam - Stressful!! March 1, 2009 at 4:53 a.m.
I loved AJU but they are little things like Proctor by Cam
it's a waste of time, they should do like other
universities and create a form where you can add up to 2
possible proctors to seat with you and take the test and
then mail it to them.
In addition, there is not only one but 2 proctor exams per
course that means that if you take 4 courses you will take
8 proctor exams by camera.
It is too much.....
Let's ask AJU to change their proctor policies.
Tony March 1, 2009 at 5:18 a.m.
Letter to Andrew Jackson University
This letter is to let Andrew Jackson University know that you are one of the best Universities that I have ever known. From the Admission Department to Student Services, I am so grateful that I found a university that cares about my education, and that I am not one more number on their list of students.
My concern is that Andrew Jackson University Proctor Policy it does not work properly. You send them an email a week before to schedule the time you want to take it, and they tell you that it is not available, and then they want you to take it at the time that they have open otherwise you simply will have to wait until you get a date and a time that it's good for you. I have tried to schedule my proctor mid term exam and the first time I was waiting for almost 35 minutes for the proctor to come, and I was working that day, and I remember that I got to work one hour earlier to take 2 hours at work to complete my exam. They also have 2 proctors for just one course it's like too much pressure to their students I have been attending others colleges, and they are more flexible they let you choose 2 proctors and the college takes one and sends your exam, and you will need to schedule a date and time when you can go to take the exam and then return it to the college for grading. Only one proctor per course and not the hassle of web camera and hassle of trying to accommodate a student for proctoring. Please take that in consideration and modify your policy.
Thanks Andrew Jackson University
sandra March 4, 2009 at 6:16 a.m.
I am currently with aju and I really get stress with the webcam proctor and yes tony 2 exams on each course it is too much. Please change your policy aju. please listen to your students.
kathy March 6, 2009 at 2:32 p.m.
yep guys i am so glad that i found this subject. i thought i was the only one complaining about the live camera proctor and not only one there are two proctor per course. i am about to quit to much...
aju update the proctor policies, please!
Linda March 11, 2009 at 10:21 a.m.
I was thinking to enroll at Andrew Jackson University but I have changed my mind after I read about the proctor policies and not only that but 2 exams just for one course.
I will go keep searching.
Emmanuel Kesse March 11, 2009 at 8:40 p.m.
I hope AJU reshuffles its policies on proctoring. It's reviews standing is doing so well in the market.
Rob March 13, 2009 at 12:55 a.m.
I am currenty with AJU and have never had a problem with the proctoring system. It beats driving close to an hour to the testing center at a community college. The two classes I have now only one has a proctored midterm and then a final project. Can't beat the price and the service.
Victor March 14, 2009 at 5:26 a.m.
It is too much guys!
I was going to apply but I decided to check for reviews and I am so glad that I found this place.
Two proctor per course with webcam, no way.
One proctor is enough per course why two?
Forget about this university....
andy March 18, 2009 at 6:37 a.m.
that sucks!
i decided not to study with AJU no more problems with proctor.
i will apply with another university.
guys think about it 2 proctor per course and using webcam.
stressssssssssssssssssssss
Chloe March 27, 2009 at 6:15 p.m.
Are the courses for the MBA program very difficult? Are they impossible to pass without a lot of time and studying or do any of the students there feel that it is definitely reasonable in difficulty (when compared to other schools)?
Ex AJU Student April 1, 2009 at 4:43 a.m.
Hello Chloe,
The courses are very(emphasis in very) time consuming. You will have to pace yourself to work on them everyday. Too many activities. Most courses required two proctored exam; while, in the other hand, most DETC schools only require one exam at the end of a semester. They can be quite difficult if you do not get help from the grader (AKA professor). The AJU site( www.aju.edu/Experience/experience_main.a...) gives an example of a course and you can see for yourself the amount of assignments,quizzes, and exams required.
miriam May 10, 2009 at 12:10 a.m.
Honestly, I really did not like Andrew Jackson University they are time consuming too many assignments, exams and two proctor exams - webcam on each course.
I believe that one -webcam proctor per course is more than enough but no there are two of them and I did not have time to spend with family and friends.
This university is not for busy people that works from 8-5pm and if you have a wife or husband and specially kids.
Too much!!!!!!!!!!!! :-(
Peter May 12, 2009 at 3:11 p.m.
I was going to apply with AJU and as soon as I read all this comments I decided not to.
Andrew June 3, 2009 at 12:21 p.m.
can anyone tell me what is the degree earned by andrew jackson?
Lolo June 8, 2009 at 1:34 p.m.
Your question was not clear...
Can you be specific?
TAYCM June 19, 2009 at 4:29 p.m.
I'm with you guys on the fact that AJU courses are time consuming and that the two proctored exams per course is too much. In fact, one of my course has three (yes THREE) proctored exams, that is BA 511 Managerial Accounting. I passed the mid exam I (90%) but failed the mid exam II (64%). AJU requires 70% passing grade. It's quite high, and even if you score high in the other exam (i.e final) it cant offset the failed exam. You're given one more opportunity to take the failed exam. If you fail for the second time, you need to re-take the whole course all over again.
AJU's definitely not a walk in the park.
But then again, I'm glad that AJU's standard is THAT high. I think AJU's on the right track in fulfilling its commitment to provide quality education. Kudos for AJU!
missthing June 19, 2009 at 11:19 p.m.
look for regionally accredited schools sorry all others are mills !
John Q.Public June 27, 2009 at 3:25 p.m.
I agree with missthing...Regional accreditation is REALLY the Platinum standard for colleges both online and B&M.Don't get me wrong though....I was burned severely by American Military University(a Regionally Accredited Univ.)so nothing is a truly sure thing...All you can do is ask questions about things that are important to you,do your research,and listen to your gut before you decided to hand over money and time to them...
ThinkingaboutAJU July 21, 2009 at 2:55 a.m.
Is there no dissertation for the MBA programs at AJU? I'm just wondering because their free tuition program is luring me away from another graduate school. But the program at that school has a dissertation requirement. So i was surprised to see that AJU's program didn't have one.
tommy July 25, 2009 at 7:48 p.m.
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dontpayattention August 4, 2009 at 1:03 p.m.
I was a student at Andrew Jackson University and I got an MBA in Business Administration. I started to work for American Airlines and they paid for my tuition and they have increased my salary by 48%. This university is approved by US Department of Education and by the Alabama State. CHEA!!!
You should make a research before adding any stupid comments.
Why if you don't like national universities you to this place?
Because you know that is accredited!!
Layne August 4, 2009 at 6:49 p.m.
AJU is an exceptional and affordable option for those considering an MBA program, or wanting to complete an unfinished program from another University. I had completed 18 hours at Rockhurst University in KC, and decided that the $600 per credit hour was not justified.
I was having difficulty finding an accredited alternative for completion that would accept my previously earned hours, and I am very happy that I found out about AJU's program. They evaluated my previous coursework, and awarded me full credit for the 18 hours I had earned.
I am in the middle of my second semester, and should graduate at the end of the year. I have had limited technical difficulties with online proctoring, and any issues were quickly resolved by Jarrod and/or Tammy. The responsiveness of the instructors is on par with that of a brick and mortar school. The cost for completing the second half of my MBA (18 hours) is the same cost of two courses (6 hours) at Rockhurst. The only thing I am giving up is sitting in a classroom....which for me was distracting anyway.
Online education is relatively new, and many people may not feel comfortable with the added responsibility and discipline required, but if you are looking for a less expensive way to earn your degree, AJU may be for you. If you are looking for an "easier" solution, you may want to look elsewhere. I have found the curriculum to be as demanding, if not more, than the Jesuit university I was attending previously. This is a good solution for someone who does not want to sacrifice quality for the sake of reducing costs.
Scott August 10, 2009 at 1:59 p.m.
I was seriously considering AJU. The price seemed right and the convenience of online learning is right for me. But when I took a look at one of the master's level sample online courses on their website, I was astonished at the number of assignments they required for one course. It was around 40!!!!! Thats right....40!!!! I mean come on.
Exactly when are you supposed to make time to handle that amount of work as a working parent? Granted, some of the assignments were not all that time consuming, but it was still way too much. I am not looking for an easy degree and am well accustomed to hard work (my BS is from Boston University), but in my opinion, 40 assignments is a little over the top.
Upon checking around, I have not found a single other online program that requires anything close to 40 individual assignments per class. This along with the "proctor exam" requirements were more than enough to keep me away. Do your homework before signing up folks.
Not Lazy August 29, 2009 at 3:48 p.m.
I'm currently a graduate student at AJU. The courses are challenging, but not impossible. You do have to spend a fair amount of time with each lesson-this is college afterall. I'm not sure what people expect. I think some people are upset when they find out that AJU is not a diploma mill. A course from AJU requires a healthy amount of intellectual sweat to complete. I'm glad the courses are challenging because I'm staking my future on the validity of a degree from AJU. If you want an easy degree I'd go look elsewhere. If you are looking to learn then AJU is for you. Self disclosure: undergraduate degree from top 5 private liberal arts school and MSAS from regionally accrediated state school. Good luck.
John September 7, 2009 at 10:47 p.m.
I attained a degree at Michigan State University. It was not an easy 9 years. We lost all 9 years that I was there to Michigan but we burned quite a few couches so it was not a total loss. I wish I had gone to Avi Marie but I did end up at University Of Detroit an obtained a law degree. I am now attending Andrew Jackson is it by far the most c challenging schooling I have ever attempted.
Thomas September 15, 2009 at 3:45 a.m.
AJU's coursework is really demanding for sure. I'm with their MBA program. One time, I can't handle the pressure and tempted to cheat on assignment due to the tons of work required (seriously! 25 case assignments per course)
To my surprise, I was caught red handed by the Professor.
I'm really ashamed and mad at myself but then I realized that if the Professor can detect my misconduct, that means she's really serious in grading the assignments individually and put a great deal of effort in her class. I was not treated as one of those numbers but as a real student.
She even supported and encouraged me during the investigation process until I received the decision from AJU.
I get my well-deserve punishment of my misconduct but I feel fortunate because now I know that the Professors at AJU are really there for me and that my academic works are graded and commented personally, not just a "canned" and cold response.
Sean September 30, 2009 at 6:39 p.m.
I am employed by another college and to my knowledge we do not proctor any exams in any subjects for our online students. Also, is AJU for-profit or not-for-profit, there is conflicting information in this thread.
Looking for an affordable MBA October 28, 2009 at 7:25 p.m.
Can someone who is on sponsored tuition give a firsthand run-down on what their real out-of-pocket costs are, and what they think of the program? Also, does AJU still have a cap on the number of sponsored tuition students it will enroll?
haha November 13, 2009 at 6:58 p.m.
This school is a diploma mill. Nobody is going to respect a degree from a totally online school.
Why not just get a regionally accredited online degree from a state university?
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Joseph Schmoke February 16, 2007 at 12:02 a.m.
Andrew Jackson University, established in 1994, is a nationally accredited for-profit, online university that offers associates, bachelors and masters degrees as well as various certificate programs. The University has two specilized colleges, The Jeffrey D. Rubenstein College of Criminal Justice & Public Safety (www.jrc.aju.edu) and the Brian Tracy College of Business & Entrepreneurship (www.btc.aju.edu). Courses may be taken anytime and students do not have to wait for an enrollment period nor do they have to be "in class" on a specific day at a specific time. The University is designed for employed adult learners who want to finish their education or obtain an advanced degree.