DeVry Univesity

Kelli July 25, 2007 at 2:11 a.m.

Does anybody out there know anything about Devry? Since I've been doing research on the internet all the comments have been bad. Some were good, but the bad out weighed the good. Alot of people weren't pleased at all with their education. Can someone that has attended this school give me some info. Thanks

Jill August 2, 2007 at 1:11 a.m.

FYI about those bad comments: DeVry was founded in 1931 as a real brick and morter school in Chicago. That was over 75 years ago so people who say they are worthless must have been lazy in class, because I think they would have ironed out most of the wrinkles by now. Obviously it didn't go online right away, so if you go online really do your research before making a commitment. Many people seem to assume that like many online programs, it is not a real school and therefore not worth the time and money. If you really do your research and don't beleive all the BS out there, you will find that this is not the case with DeVry.
Advise... do you know what type of work you want to do? Call companies in that field and talk to HR, see if they take DeVry seriously. Some don't, but many do. Those that don't are being ignorant in my opinion, but like I said check with hiring personel and recruiters at large companies to decide if this is the right school for you.
By the way, I am a student at DeVry. I don't own DeVry stock and I don't plan on being a staff member there, so promoting DeVry won't get me a promotion or bonus or anything like that. I've read a lot of negetive reviews saying they are for-profit and therefore not a school, but all private schools are for profit whether you like it or not, even K-12 private schools.

HATED IT December 1, 2007 at 7:44 a.m.

I HATE Devry Uni. I attended the campus in Philly. THey rushed to fit me in and told me that since I was military that I didn't need to worry about going to financial aid. THey mentioned something about an ecard but never told me the sepcifics. They only wanted money and did not try to help me do anything else. I HATE them and suggest that anyone NOT attend there. I was so stupid in attemping to graduate there. They didn't even process my VA benefits!!!!! THey will only help you when it's time to process money. That's the truth!!!!

Mary December 16, 2007 at 8:47 p.m.

I'm graduating as an on-line student in CIS. It was very difficult but I learned a lot. Many assume that on-line schooling is a joke but I didn't consider it the case. I think that employers will take a computer graduate from DeVry serious because it is a business related field. I know some IT professionals that never graduated with any computer-related degree and are doing well.

My advice is to consider the field of study and if you are considering to go further in your education before deciding to study at DeVry. In my case, I'm a mature individual that has a well established life. I am not considering to go any further with my education.

Any school you go to is concerned with taking in cash from the students so DeVry is no different from the rest. I've never heard of a University that was not concerned with regularly taking in money from students. College educations are not free (unless scholariships or other arrangements are made).

dejohnny January 26, 2008 at 6:22 p.m.

I think employers are mainly concerned with the following criteria: your skill set, intelligence, experience, and education credentials. Employers typically will hire candidates based on these criteria, and anyone who has scored high enough in all of these categories will be considered for the position they are seeking. However, the school and their curriculums do influence the hiring manager’s decision, as to whether or not you have the potential to fit in. Also, your ability to learn new skills on the job, are greatly influenced by the level of difficulty of the program you were in, as well as the school's overall reputation. In addition to that, employers are also seeking highly intelligent people, which they will generally find at highly ranked schools.

Now this brings me to ask this question. What is the definition of a highly ranked school or top tier school?

Well here's my criteria based on what the experts say.

1. A school with a very rigorous program.
2. Professors who are working on cutting edge research.
3. Difficult to get into. Highly competitive enrollment.
4. Curriculum meets or exceeds current standards.
5. A school that has a decent Engineering, Medical, and Computer Science programs.
6. Holds regional and program specific accreditation.
7. The number of professors with phD’s in Engineering, Math, and Science.

If your school has met 5 out of 7 of these, then it’s a good school. And as a matter fact DeVry has met criterion for 1, 4, 5, 6 and 7.

Although DeVry is not a research institution, it is on the cutting edge as far as their curriculum is concerned. The school provides all of their students with up-to-date Textbooks, Software, and materials, and more importanly students are taught by professors with theoretical and practical experience.

DeVry has always had the best equipped libraries, technical labs, computer labs, and game simulation labs, and medical labs. DeVry gives you everything you need to be a successful student. But sometimes we get the nay-sayers out here who want to bash DeVry for their failure to succeed. It is not DeVry's fault that you have not gotten your dream job, it’s your’s.

I graduated Spring '06, and was recruited at a job fair there in '07. Now I have my dream job making $75k/yr.

Remember these:

a. Skill Set
b. Intelligence
c. Experience
d. Education credentials

dejohnny CIS '06

Response to: IT prof February 16, 2008 at 6:54 a.m.

Response to: IT prof who posted a comment on December 7, 2007. DeVry is an accredited University. Check it out yourself! http://devry.edu/whydevry/accreditation....

DeVry is a great school and has been around for over 75 years. 93% of U.S. DeVry graduates in the active job market were employed in their fields within 6 months of graduation making $43,000 a year.

Get your facts straight!

dejohnny March 25, 2008 at 2:40 p.m.

You are right on the point Jason, you hit it right on the nail.

dejohnny March 28, 2008 at 9:44 p.m.

Where have you seen the words "Devry grads need not apply"? First of all, I can't remember ever seeing these words used by any potential employers. And second, I believe it is illegal to discriminate against any degree holder of an accredited degree.

DeVry University - has departments in Business(BSBA)/Engineering(MSEE)/Biomedical Engineering(BSMET).

Ross University - has Medical Doctor(MD)/Veterinary Doctor(DV) departments.

Keller - has Graduate programs in Management(MBA).

Chamberlain College of Nursing - provides BS in Nursing (RN).

Please get your facts straight, before you pass judgment.

dejohnny March 31, 2008 at 2:56 p.m.

There are some people who have been misinformed about DeVry University. When I graduated from DeVry, I was accepted into the following Graduate schools:

Boston University
Emory University
Georgia Tech
Kennesaw State University

I opted for Kennesaw University because of the program. I will be graduating in Spring '08 with a Master of Science in Computer Science. Go figure!

Brennen f. April 10, 2008 at 5:57 a.m.

I live in cali and for all the people saying bad things about devry its up their with the cal polys they are actually next door to cal poly pomona its not a school you can just buy your degreee you work your tail offf then you get what you want nothing in this world is free you have to bust your asss for ne thing theirs 50 mill people you do the math oh and we have been in a depression thanks to my bush the alcholic who went to harvard and his fathe rpaid for the degreee so you be the judge junior college is no better then ne one all they want is money then tell ur self to screw ur self.

to dejohnny April 11, 2008 at 2:56 a.m.

You must be a UoP grad. This is the Devry thread you tard!

dejohnny April 14, 2008 at 10:22 p.m.

...And I will be a Kennesaw State University grad in a few weeks!

dejohnny April 22, 2008 at 7:51 p.m.

There is no stain left on my educational credentials at all, and I am very proud to be a DeVry University graduate. In fact, I've received hundreds of phone calls from recruiters and business owners who are looking to hire me.
I don't know for sure why you are prejudice against DeVry, but I've always felt that folks tend to put DeVry in the same category with ITT Tech, UoP, AIU, and others.
I understand that everyone has there own opinion on this matter, but it's unfortunate that some folks are so narrow minded on this issue, and aren't willing to give someone a chance to prove themselves, without first getting the facts.
We've seen Yale and Harvard University graduates ruin entire corporations and their employees lives both morally and economically(i.e Enron). So how do equate these top-tier graduates performance, work ethic, and success to their educational credentials.

dejohnny April 23, 2008 at 9:23 p.m.

Dear Anonymous one,
Since you're the expert on this matter, can you tell us which school you graduated from?

Alex April 24, 2008 at 5:01 a.m.

I have been reading a lot of responses and it seems that the people who hate devry the most, are people who didn't even go there. Which seems kind of weird.

I think in the end its all about what you know. I have heard from a lot of employers that its about what you know, not where you went to school. Like art type jobs, people care more about your portfolio and the same with programming. So it doesn't matter where you went because if I have an awesome portfolio and didn't go to college, I could still get a good job. So just research what people in the field you want to go in really look for when hiring someone.

Also, look at the richest men in America, very few of them graduated from college. Not saying you shouldn't go to college but just pointing that out that its all about what you know and how smart you are.

Wes April 25, 2008 at 3:45 p.m.

It really comes down to the individual, and that individuals situation. A degree from a 'brick and mortar' university where you have to actually attend classes will undoubtedly be more widely accepted than an online program. If an individual has the time and resources, a degree from a regular university should be their first and only choice. However, adults who have to work full time to support a family, or people in the military who are regularly deployed and would like to achieve a degree will find it more practical to look into schools like DeVry, UoP, Grantham, etc. Which is the main reason these online programs were designed: For people who are too GD busy to attend regular classes, or who would like to achieve a bachelors or masters in a reasonable amount of time without going to regular college night classes part time for eight or more years.
Currently there are companies that will not hire graduates from online schools, but there are plenty of places out there that will, and online programs are becoming more and more accepted every day. You will get out of a DeVry degree what you put into it. If you really buckle down and learn the technical aspects and coursework of your chosen degree, you will come across as intelligent and knowledgable in your field during interviews. You've got to be a self motivated individual, able to handle the commitments of a full time job and raising a family, or working 16 hour shifts in a combat zone overseas while putting forth effort into achieving your degree. You will have to research the school, put effort into your studies, and finally get out there and put effort into getting a job. It takes EFFORT, and I guarantee that the reason certain companies won't hire DeVry or UoP graduates is because they had bad experiences in the past with lazy MF's who slacked and cheated their way through, and wound up not learning ANYTHING, so not only did they screw up when it actually came time to prove themselves at their job, but they screwed it up for the rest of us. However, most good employers will realize the amount of effort it takes to obtain a degree with so many demands, and will be able to tell your level of competence by speaking with you.
So, the capacity and temptation is there for lazy people to cheat (which happens in any school), but like I said, you get out of it what you put into it, and it depends on your situation. Me? Married, one kid. Spent two years overseas with the Army National Guard, now I'm back home working full time in a factory making $9.00/hr. I'm pretty sure given my situation that even a degree from DeVry can only lead up from here, plus the VA will pick up my tab. I've also had a friend on the police force earn his bachelor's in criminal justice from UoP and got a good promotion. So an online degree will help advance your current career as well.

dejohnny April 28, 2008 at 3:34 p.m.

This a response to Anonymous person#2,

The reason why you transfered to another school is simply because you perceive Software Engineering to be easier than Game & Simulation Programming. But I have news for you, it's not easier and it requires you to do a lot of research and write ton's papers (very little programming). The Game & Simulation Programming program is very challenging, and some folks out there think it's going to be a relatively easy program to complete, from start to finish. Well it isn't!
Beware! If your are not strong in Calculus, Physics, Discrete Math, and Software programming, you will not be able to do it!

dejohnny April 28, 2008 at 3:44 p.m.

This response is to the person who said "DeVry=SCAM",

Don't hate because you couldn't hang in there!

I went to DeVry, and it took me 4+ years to graduate and I'm very happy with my career. No problem here!

dejohnny April 29, 2008 at 4:37 p.m.

This response is to the person who said "DeVry=SCAM",

Which State are you living in, and were you able to find a good there?

KBeazley May 2, 2008 at 6:29 a.m.

Note: I meant to refer to 'Devry=SCAM!' in my last post, NOT 'dejonny'. Unfortunately, there is no editing of previous posts.

kyle May 9, 2008 at 4:57 a.m.

devry is a joke and they have a call center in thailand hahahahaa i heard it when i spoke to their financial aid office, they have a horrible accent and they go like ta ta everytime you want some answers.

Highschool student May 15, 2008 at 1:27 a.m.

Well, i was considering deVry, and i may still consider it (for an electronics engineering course).

What with some of the rumors going around, though, i'm kind of feeling that DeVry is sort of a cult. They make you feel really good about joining it, tell you that you're perfect for the school, etc. etc. And they give you, as some people (and employers) claim, sub-standard education.
I think i'm going to check out the campus nearest me and see what all the hubub is. For now, i'm not going to sign any application.

DeVry Graduate May 16, 2008 at 2:48 a.m.

To all you worms who dismiss those hard earned degrees from DeVry as worthless pieces of paper: I PRAY I encounter you in this life! You arrogant son of a bitch - how dare you dismiss the hard work others have put forth in their studies towards their education. Fool! People who are dedicated can learn more in libraries than most formal institutions where dumbass professors spew their bullsh*% and people like you lap it up as if it's a 5 star occassion.

So your ignorant highness knows, I attended DeVry because it accomodated my schedule while working with the 3rd largest banking institution in the country. While you were sitting in class stroking your professor, I was implementing systems that supported over 40bb in quarterly revenue. Not too mention, I was a technical manager and architected globally distributed high-volume (190k+ user) applications, traveling around the world, and programmed sophisticated applications.

You my friend can kiss my English ass! If God grants me the gift of encountering one of you fools, I'll be happy to show you how uneducated and uncivilized one can become when pukes like you want to show their decrepit intellect by denigrating someone elses!

Horrible school May 17, 2008 at 6:09 a.m.

I attended DeVry for three semesters. During my education, my average was very high, but learnt so little. I am in process of going to a real school. Please save your money and choose your education wisely. This school is too easy, as DeVry is only concerned in pushing people through to get more money. In the end you end up with overpaid, worthless education that is not well received by employers.

Robert May 21, 2008 at 4:43 p.m.

I work for a fairly major banking entity in the corporate IT department. I play a large role in the hiring in my department, and I can tell you, DeVry, ITT Tech, UoP, AIU etc etc are in the same category. That category being if that is the only thing on the resume, we will not consider them. This is from direct experience with employee performance from those... places. Personally even with experience out side of one of the above named education facilities, I will vote a negative. They strike me as a degree mill, and the examples i have personally seen in addition to information from co-workers, especially DeVry, flag them as a do not call on a resume. Unless you have absolutely no other avenues to follow for education I highly advise against DeVry.

DeVry student May 25, 2008 at 4:05 a.m.

I am a DeVry student for the last 6 months. I am very disappointed with the level of education here. I feel that I was ripped off as I didn’t gain anything yet of what I expected to get. Looks like the program here developed for the high school grads but not for the people with some real life experience, not for the adults. Math class here is a JOKE. You can go online for an answers and professor don’t care about you knowledge, just don’t skip classes and you will be fine. It is obvious that about 70-80% of students would fail this class if it would be restricted online access. If you want to have a high GPA score – that’s the right place to go, but if you want knowledge, then consider local state U. That’s what I am going to do for my fall semester. I know that I’ll spend twice more time to get the degree but I am sure that it will be worth it. Also it's going be two times cheaper. I spent so much money already; hopefully I’ll have at least some credits for this time, if not, I’d have to deal with it. Another part of sad story : recently it was a job fair in Atlanta and there were many well known companies and high rank institutions and none of them would accept DeVry education…(they will accept your resume but will not consider you as a potential emploee) I wasn’t even allowed to walk in, and that was a BIG sign that I really have to think of something before it is not too late.

DeVry is a rip off May 29, 2008 at 8:41 p.m.

I was reading a lot of the comment and I agree when I first got to Devry to pursue my degree in business they made it seam as if I only had a certain amount of class to complete my degree considering I had transfer credits they also stated that I will finish my degree in two years. Well that was a lie I ended up spend a little over three years with all of my credits transferred, to make matter worse, the trick is they let you get a class or two away from graduation and then they say you need more classes. The academic advisers are clueless and only care if your financial aid form is done and your loans are approved.

After I got my BA I swore I would NEVER attend Devry again but I call and inquired about there alumni rate were your were suppose to get half off tuition. The enrollment person stalked me for two months until I sign up again, then the academic adviser again said that I only had five class to complete my second BA. Well also half done they told me the official dements that the adviser sent me was wrong and I cant get alumni rate and I had an extra four class on top of the five I was only suppose to have. What a rip off so I really don’t know what to say. I would not recommend this school

Devry=SCAM! June 5, 2008 at 12:24 a.m.

Devry and then a make up degree @USC.

Common Sense June 6, 2008 at 7:35 a.m.

to dejohnny: You sure know the ins and outs about Devry. Even more than an average student would be able to find out through research. It's to a point you sound like a typical devry counselor. A Devry counselor has to know the ins and outs of their product just like any salesperson would have to to make a sale. I totally respect that. I think you busted yourself when you said "I've received hundreds of phone calls from recruiters and business owners who are looking to hire me." How many resumes did you send out? Based off statistics, to receive "hundreds" of phone calls from employers who are looking to hire you, you should have sent out thousands of resumes to get the call volume you mentioned. Even if you received only 100 phone calls you should have sent out about 700-800 resumes. Not only is that statement is untrue, its the same thing a devry counselor would say to get the sale. That, I can't respect. You are so use to it now that you even believe what you say. Typical unscruplous salesman tactics. Thats sad to use the old bait and switch on people like that. Your comment on January 26, 2008 at 6:22 p.m. is very convincing for those who are not open minded.

I studied sales. I'm in sales, but were definitely different. You are the type that make good sales people look bad. There are ways to pay your bills and feed your family honestly. Stop with the posing and keep it real.

Senior at Devry June 7, 2008 at 8:11 a.m.

Since I'm in the military and either move every so often or am deployed fighting for some of your sorry @$$es to discredit everyone, I find DeVry to be very beneficial to my lifestyle. I find that the most ignorant comments come from folks that seemed to have a preconceived notion that a four year degree will actually make them rich or get them their dream job. Also, most negative comments left are from very illiterate individuals that are pissed off since they didn’t pass and are now stuck with debt and loans. As I can tell from your posts...most of you don't have the ability, intelligence or drive to make it through any four year school and had a bad experience with the above mentioned schools. A degree, no matter where you graduate from, is worthless, if you can’t apply it somewhere. I work with a civilian in the Army, who recently was hired that graduated from DeVry. He is a quality individual that took the time to not only rely on his degree but also accumulate the technical IT certifications to complement his degree. Most degrees and jobs for that matter have the same relation. You first get the academic knowledge for your job, and then you pursue the institutional knowledge. This is usually technical or job specific knowledge that is needed by your would be employers such as professional license or certifications. By the way he also served 22 years in the military and now makes well over $100K. Yes after college you need more training!

Senior at Devry June 7, 2008 at 8:13 a.m.

I’m currently taking all 400 levels courses and find them challenging. They are all networking courses and yet I have been a wide area network controller for nearly 12 years; I still find them challenging. I will agree that some students slip through the cracks and manipulate the online discussion. However, when I have brought this to the attention of the professor or other officials, the situation has always been resolved. One last note, if you want to give your money away on something you don’t expand on or use properly to get a good job, then feel free! I will continue at DeVry and graduate this fall. Next, I intend on finding a Master’s program that builds on this. Researching, having a plan, setting attainable goals and following through with them will get you a job, no matter where your degree is from!

ThatsFunny June 7, 2008 at 8:14 p.m.

to Senior at Devry: What you said makes everyone who tries to read your message illiterate. If I comprehended what you said correctly, it looks like you are looking for some attention boasting about your self-centered self and insulting others. Grow up. Also don't take it out on us because you decided to join the military. You are probably just the clean up crew like your civialan colleague and coming on here claiming you are fighting for our country. You obviously don't know politics because you feel you are fighting for us, the sorry a@^es. But the truth is, you are fighting for the government political ambitions, not us, the citizens of the US. At least stay on topic! And that isn't you.

Your buddy had went out to get more certifications to over-ride what Devry claims, but does not follow through. I would choose someone with respected IT certifications with no college degree before I would consider someone who has a Devry degree with no certifications.

Devry=SCAM! June 8, 2008 at 4:28 a.m.

I don't know about the self rightious Senior who is protecting my "sorry arse" but it sounds like you have some serious misconceptions about who we are. First off, I couldn't care less about you being in the military... that is your personal choice in a volunteer military. Nobody made you go. The only reason to bring that up is to play the sympathy card which doesn't work here.

Many of us are Devry graduates, I had a 4.0 so I didn't have any problem getting through the program. It was too darned easy. You think it helps you get in the door but it doesn't. Doors were slammed in my face at every interview figurativly speaking. One of my interviewers even chuckled when they went over my educational background at Devry. The hiring manager had to sideswipe them just to keep a straight face. You think your online program is accredited by ABET... NOT!! They only have three ground campuses that meet the TAC requirement and that is the easiest standard ABET gives out. I have since completed a BSSE with a concentration in Gaming from USC. I now have the job I want... no thanks to Devry! You know it as well as the rest of us which is why you're going for a masters. Good luck with that!!

Devry=SCAM! June 9, 2008 at 5:09 a.m.

I saw some job adds that were linked to the uopsucks site that said UoP and Devry grads need not apply. They have been removed due to the positions being filled but I think they preserved them over there. Let me find the link...

Joe June 13, 2008 at 5:37 a.m.

Employers will see it on your application and may make a slight difference in the hiring process. Your school of completion will overshadow the work you did in the other school as that is the diploma that will hang on your wall. However, a degree is better than no degree. If it is the only viable option then you really should do it.

Like many people going to a state school you could take out extra student loans to cover the costs of quitting a secnod job until you finish. That way you get a degree everyone respects and you don't have to worry about the online stigma. If you only have one year to go it shouldn't cost you that much compared to the earning power a state school will give you. Plus, in-state tuition is often cheaper anyway.

tyrone b June 24, 2008 at 2:52 a.m.

SCREW KELLER AND DEVRY THEY DONT HAND OUT REFUND CHECKS IN TIME THEY SUCK WAS KICKED OUT FROM SCHOOL