Bellevue University

I am now in my 7th class at Bellevue University working on a Bachelor Degree in Management. So far the staff has been helpful when ever I need them. The cohort program seems to work well with most of the class members contributing to the class. Group work can be a bit more of a pain when considering distance in between students but so far we have found ways to work around it. Having earned an Associates Degree online from a reasonably respected community college not far from where I grew up I would say the education and work load is very comparable. I have to agree with other reviewers in that you are only going to get out of school what you put in. Writing multiple papers a week with proper research and citation is the norm earning a degree over the internet. Personally I have no problems recommending Bellevue to other people. The accelerated degree structure they use while tedious works well to earn a degree while supporting a family.

I have been taking online classes for about a year now. I am very happy with the classes I have taken so far as they do teach me something new. I love that the academic adviser actually knows me when I call and calls once in a while. Same with the financial aid person. I am only two classes away and only regret I didn't know of this place sooner.

Fun enviroment Nice teachers, well organized classes, the only thing when you get thru it you get a piece of paper saying "you got bachelors" doesnt state what major? what science? nothing! lol I was calling everybody there asking if they could put the major for me or write me a letter I gratuated with Business Management ...-nope.... So i have a plaque that soednt mean too much lol The university is fine, the end result for what you are paying for - useless -because no employer will know what you majored in....BA in arts...dance...paper gluing...could be anything... wish I knowe before I would pick a different school....

This was a good, solid program with challenging assignments and good teaching. The staff was very willing to work with me and responded quickly to my questions. Cohort class style produced alot of good interactions among instructor and students. As with any college program, you get out of it what you put into it and learning is commensurate with effort. I would use Bellevue again and am considering it for my Master's degree.

I actually graduating Bachelor Degree in Human Services, which I believe, is no longer offered at BU. Bellevue University is a fantastic college for working adults whom are focused. The accelerated classes are fast and as soon as one semester ends, another begins. The down side is the high cost but that is the price you pay completing your degree sooner. I felt very challenged in my classes and worked hard for the grades I received. I have read many of the other receives on the internet and I just hope that when I do graduate next semester it does not take 3 months for the degree to arrive. I’m actually considering traveling to the college to participate in the graduation ceremony.

I am two weeks away from completing the core classes for management. The course has been easy at times and challenging at others. It does encourage thinking for an online program. My biggest complaint with Bellevue is the need to take the "Signature Series" classes which is obviously just a waste of time and money maker for them. I am definitely moving on with a graduate degree. I am not 100% sold on Bellevue since I have no basis for comparison.

I completed this rigorous online cohort in twelve months. BU staff assisted me in transferring maximum credits in addition to an intensive ELA assessment for missing classes. The online collaboration is exhaustive sometimes and is relentless if you "get behind" -- it is imperative to devote 15 hours weekly to this immersion/accelerated cohort. One cannot express enough, how thoughtful, helpful, and dedicated the BU staff are. As mentioned in previous blogs, the staff (admissions, business, advisors, bookstore, cohort) are exceptional and seek to put the student needs FIRST! Moreover, this is the best value found anywhere nationally! My ONLY complain is a silly requirement to spend nearly $3000 for a mandatory Kirkpatrick Signature Series (a delve in liberal arts) that added NO VALUE to the overall program, rather became an obvious money maker for the organization. The instructor lacked leadership skills and was less than ideal -- I have and continue to recommend BU over any other online learning resource. It is ideal for the professional who may not be able to devote countless hours in a traditional classroom setting. The online BlackBoard learning resource is user friendly and very easy to navigate. In fact, I enjoyed the undergraduate program so much, I enrolled seamlessly into a Graduate Program and will complete it in 14 months. US News & World Report ranked BU high in the online learning category. I highly encourage ANYONE to review the offerings carefully and give consideration to this hidden treasure!