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By: Anonymous (In Progress) on November 30, 2011

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I have recently started my MBA program with CSU.  I have previously obtained a MA from the University of Phoenix, where I attended in a brick and mortar format.  Drawing on my previous experience, CSU appears to be very challenging.  I would not call it easy on any aspect.  The value you receive for the cost of tuition is very high.  I spent a considerable more amount of money at the University of Phoenix for my MA.  I am retired from the AF and know of many individuals who have utilized CSU with no complaints.  All are happily employed with no issues regarding their degree. I look forward to graduating.

Enjoying CSU

By: etv1972 (In Progress) on November 2, 2011

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My employer provides tuition reimbursement and CSU was one of the schools they covered. I decided to apply with them because they had very affordable tuition. What sealed the deal was the excellent treatment I received from the staff. I never had a single problem and they always handled questions and requests promptly. I found the text books to be very relevant and not full of "filler" material. The professor gave good feedback. I enjoyed interacting with the other students. The assignments in my first class were challenging. I think you get out of the classes what you put into them.

Shame on CSU!

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on September 4, 2011

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Unfortunately anything that comes too easy, should be heeded! Why is my MBA program easier than my BS? Perhaps because I went to a real institution when I acquired my BS. I am shocked that I do not have to write papers over 8 pages and all finals are open-book, you would have to be a complete IDIOT to fail this school! I want no part in having a degree from CSU on my resume!

MBA program

By: (In Progress) on March 9, 2011

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For those who say it is a diploma mill is extremely incorrect.  Sure you can complete your degree relatively quick if you really crank it.  You are given 10 weeks to complete a course, which is fairly equivalent to going to class 2 days a week for 10 weeks.  If you were not sitting in class waiting on an assignment but all assignments were given to you on the first day as with CSU, then a typical class would not take 10 weeks to finish.  I highly recommend CSU for anyone.  It is not an easy program but does require a lot of work,

MBA: Finance

By: nick.w.carroll (In Progress) on January 7, 2011

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I've been with this university since August 2009 and after coming from another onsite University, I am well pleased with the instructors, staff, admissions team, and financial aid office.  Not one problem while enrolled and would highly recommend this university over any other online school.  Can't beat the cost with free books and very knowledgeable and well diversified professors.

Environmental Management at CSU

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on July 30, 2010

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My husband has been attending CSU, for Occupational Health and Safety, since the spring of 2009 and will be a Junior in the fall of 2010.  He is flying through his courses although some are a bit difficult.  I myself have enrolled in EM and am very excited to obtain my degree.  They accepted all but one of my credits from my past college.  Great news for me!

We personally know of at least 10 others who are happy attending CSU and we would highly recommend it.

Pip

2003 MBA Graduate

By: msawukaytis (Graduate) on July 7, 2010

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Only CSU made it possible for me to get an MBA while working full time as an engineer with Ford Motor Company.  CSU has certainly enhanced my resume and made it possible for me to survive our current employment situation.  

Thank you CSU.

Highly recommend CSU

By: jagreaves (Graduate) on May 20, 2010

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I just completed an MBA that I started at Jacksonville State University in Alabama prior to transferring to Georgia with my employer, a Fortune 500 company.  My employer recognized CSU's accreditation. I found the course material to be very thorough. I think CS's MBA program is better suited to students show can be very self disciplined and complete the course work on time.I highly recommend CSU's MBA program.

Disappointed CSU student

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on April 21, 2010

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I am currently pursuing my MBA at Columbia Southern University.  If I was not so far into my degree I would change schools but have deterred friends and family from attending the school.  There are some decent support staff but the facilitator for Research Methods is not professional, does not know how to teach the class, and can not explain where she receives her information.  The Dean of Students does not take his job seriously and thinks that his opinion is more important than that of a physician.  I would highly recommend looking elsewhere for your educational needs.

Mark Twain

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on April 20, 2010

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"I have never let my schooling interfere with my education." 

CSU is a great online school. There are employers and universities that WILL transfer credits from this school and WILL recognize degrees from nationally accredited schools. Do your homework. Moreover, education is what you make of it. If you believe a prestigious college or university is the key to your success then you've got another thing coming to you. Don't enroll in CSU if you're after college/university name recognition or regional accreditation.

Great school

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on April 7, 2010

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Wonderful School. Exceptional student services. Terrific Staff. I strongly recommend this school to anyone who wants an affordable quality education.

Great School!

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on September 3, 2009

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I am a grad student currently enrolled at Columbia Southern University.  My experience with CSU and the professors who teach the courses has been very positive!  The work is challenging and grades are definitely earned!

My employer (who happens to be the Federal Gov't) only pays tuition for reputable institutions of higher learning and Columbia Southern University is on their list of approved schools.

Several of my coworkers have either completed their degrees or are currently enrolled at CSU and every one of us has been very happy with the school - so much so that we recommend it to others (which is how I found out about the school!)

If you are considering CSU I would encourage you to apply!

CSU is Great!

By: margie14640 (In Progress) on July 1, 2009

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I'm almost through the MBA and starting the Public Administration portion. I earned my Bachelor's degree from CSU before they were completely on line. I love the on line and have learned a great deal that I could apply to my work. It is geared to work with your work and that is like getting a double value. So far the courses have helped me with an employee retreat, visioning and strategic management, and I am now writing a Code of Ethics Policy and Program for my corporation. Without CSU I'd be making a third of what I am now making. My job would not have supported going to a classroom on a designated day/night and time. CSU allows you to get the most out of education. I have talked four people into finishing up their Bachelor's degree. I should then have someone to graduate with next year. Thanks CSU.

Very Comprehensive Programs

By: 02marc (In Progress) on April 20, 2009

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I have attended classroom settings in major universities and the online setting with CSU. I can honestly say if you think CSU is a lesser ride than the majors...think again. You are challenged with independent thinking and decision making that is very comparable. The only difference in the settings? In the CSU environment, you can't hide behind the rest of the class and not be involved. You are involved actively every day. The critical thinking skills and time management techniques are all yours. THIS is the experince you need in the real world.

CSU MBA in Project Management

By: Anonymous (Graduate) on March 23, 2009

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I recently finished my MBA with a concentration in Project Management. I found CSU to be a good value with a solid program. Out of the whole program, the only complaint I had concerned the instructors. The professors were not very proactive. By this, I mean that during my 12 courses not one instructor contacted me about my progress or checked to see how I was doing. The only interaction with the instructors happened at my request. The texts were current and the use of technology was good. The support staff helped me whenever I needed something done or had a problem.

I have found that the CSU degree has helped me in my job search. I am retiring from the Air Force in about a month and have found that employers are impressed that I took the time to accomplished my MBA. In fact, a large government contractor has recently offered me a senior consulting position. The offer was made due to my experience and graduate degree (the degree was one of the job requirements).

While I would not say that CSU is the best school, it is a decent value for your money. I hope that the instructors will be more proactive in communicating with students.

Bang for the Buck

By: ryovich186 (Graduate) on February 2, 2009

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I completed my MBA with a concentration in Sport Management at Columbia Southern.  The course work was relevant and challenging, and my professors were knowledgeable and extremely helpful.  I would recommend CSU to anyone looking to obtain an advanced degree while working full-time.  There will be a lot of reading and research, but I feel that I learned more at CSU than at the brick and mortar university where I earned my undergraduate degree.  With their growing enrollment (nearly 20,000) it is easy to see that CSU is providing the educational opportunities that working individuals need.  Kudos CSU!!!

Great school

By: sthrngemini (Graduate) on January 14, 2009

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Great school, supported my education needs and schedule. Would recommend this school to others and do so on a daily basis. Books, materials, etc were always on time and the classes were fluid and never had any problems and the professors were always supportive.

Great school for the military

By: qteemason2 (Graduate) on December 26, 2008

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CSU is a good school for me.  I am a single dad with 3 kids, stationed in Germany and working 50+ hours a week so CSU's schedule fit my hectic schedule.  The support staff is wionderful.  The only drawback is a few istructors who are not very good with the online structure.  I have recommended  8 friends to CSU so far

Final Review

By: Anonymous (Graduate) on July 2, 2008

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I am done with my degree;I regret my decision attending this school, the college may be okay for most of law enforcement officers which work for small agencies or police department outside big metropolitan areas etc.. since they are the biggest clientele they got, this can explain why this place is still in business.

For the price and reputation is not worth it, and I should get my money back, there are better options for about the same price and with better reputation, this university is extremely overrated by some alumnus and shills that follow this blog. I got suck in due to the variety of specialization and the concept of studying at your pace to sort say. Yeah, I should have known better, I would see this experience like buying a lemon car then discard it to buy a new one, a better one.

The university is a very low tier school but is accredited, which for most underachievers this is enough to qualify them for most government jobs, don't get me wrong there are people that do not belong there, but for other reasons like time, and economics this may be the only viable options. The University is getting to make it easier now for people to come in since they soon will be participating in tittle IV aid. But still the degree from this place has too many limitations. 

They don't have many faculty that can facilitate the courses or have the expertise in some areas, anyone can facilitate the course because the format they use are multiple choices, coloring areas and pop up pictures tests and the assigned professor just read from the teachers manual with the answers and grade accordingly. 

These facilitators have no idea what they are teaching and what they trying to test. Some course materials are out of date, I have pointed out this to the administration but nothing was done.  Base on my own experience I cannot say I would recommend CSU, nor I would go in a crusade to discredit the bloody place, I will cut my losses and move on. 

I plan to use my diploma to decorate my wall and not to find a job. My Bachelor's has more weight and merit on his own that using this degree from CSU as an addendum.  Any way, this school is preposterous.

MBA in Finance

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on January 26, 2008

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I am almost done with my degree; the college is okay, what I found is that the faculty (at least in finance specialization) they have no idea what they are teaching and what they try to test. Faculties do not post their bio or have any background to teach the classes assigned. They really need to work in the curriculum in Finance because it really sucks.  I have pointed out this to the administration but nothing was done, I guess I have the only one that has complain. I don't think CSU is a bad University but certainly needs works in some areas that have neglected specially in the finance specialization. Base on my own experience I cannot say I would recommend CSU they are better options out there. They do have strong curriculum for law enforcement though.

Good Processes

By: cqiacqacqm (In Progress) on November 7, 2007

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I completed my BSM degree from the University of Phoenix taking both classroom and online courses.  It was grueling, expensive, and fraught with bad processes and lack of response.  Several of my co-workers told me how much they enjoyed CSU, so I started my MBA right away once I finished the undergraduate.  The format which allows you to work as quickly as you like or take the whole time while submitting assignments on YOUR schedule makes the large amount of work required for a course manageable.  I have been able to balance work, home, and school without difficulty.  Simply put, this program is perfect for working adults and is a good value as well.

Excellent Education and Value

By: afnuctec (Graduate) on November 2, 2007

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I completed my MBA while on active duty in the United States Air Force (I have since retired from active service).  I would highly recommend this school to military service members.  The process of using military tuition assistance was very easy.  The only out of pocket expense I had in my entire two years of studying was the graduation fee.  I paid nothing else, thanks to tuition assistance and the text book grant from CSU.  My new employer readily recognized the degree, and I feel I was given a very good job offer. I would recommend CSU to anyone looking to further their education!!

Columbia Southern University - Simply the Best

By: mk_scott (Graduate) on October 2, 2007

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Just completed my MBA. Ranks with the best online (distance)
universities, including brick and mortar. Excellent support from both CSU's staff and professors. I highly recommend Columbia Southern University.

Outstanding School

By: linda.felker (Graduate) on October 2, 2007

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Received my undergraduate and my MBA through CSU.  Wish the doctoral program had been in place at that time.  My grades and courses were easily transferrable and accepted when I applied for a Ph.D. program through two other universities.  I completed my Ph.D., and owe a great deal of thanks to CSU for getting me started in the right direction

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