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Everything I was looking for

By: thomas.gillespie (In Progress) on July 29, 2008

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So far this school has proved to be everything I was looking for. I am always able to get in touch with my instructor and I have had the same SRP for 13 months now, and I always get a response when I need it.

Look elsewhere!

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on June 9, 2008

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I am attending Grantham and wish i had done a great deal more of research!  They were great while I was doing great!  When I had trouble and wanted to drop a class they continually changed my studebnt rep, failed to return phone calls and basically avoided me until it was too late and I was financially obligated to pay for the course!  Don't bother getting to know your student rep, they change so often.  Yes, all your credits will transfer in but NO ONE will take their credits if you try to transfer them out!!  They are NOT regionally accredited which is way more essential and valuable than National accredidation.  Good luck trying to get a job with ANY Grantham Degree- I actually had an employer laugh whe I told them who my degree would be through.  Needless to say I am now seeking a better institution to get a REAL degree and have to retake all the Grantham courses.  They prey on military just for the money.  The pricese are low for a reason- their school is a joke!

look out for yourself

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on June 8, 2008

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No support from the teachers or staff.  I was truly on my own.  Open book tests were easy though so your grade should be good.  Unfortunatly, no one will take you seriously when you present your degree.  Because of the poor support, I dropped out and am attending another school.  None of the credits transfered though, so I'm out of luck there.  Look hard if you are interested.  If it's too easy to be true, it probably is.

MBA Grad

By: Anonymous (Graduate) on May 11, 2008

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I recently completed the school's MBA Program. I found the format of the program challenging, the topics interesting and enjoyed most of the required course work. I found a majority of the instructors to be very helpful and accommodating. Synchronizing schedules was difficult at times but nothing that prohibited the accomplishment of class work.

My academic advisor was helpful and always delivered what she promised. When she was not available, other advisors were able to step in and provide assistance. The school's management team promptly handled the difficult issues that arose during my time with the school.

Grantham is far from the perfect school but they provided me with an opportunity to achieve my goal of obtaining a Master’s Degree on my terms without draining my savings account. I will not be able to measure my degree’s true worth until I finally retire from Military Service and start my second career.

Independent learning is not for everyone. If you are not a self-motivated individual or not willing to work though minor issues, I recommend that you enroll in a traditional university. Make good choices and spend your money wisely!

Impressed

By: angela.m.thomas (In Progress) on May 4, 2008

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I started Grantham back in 2005 however due to the military life i fell off the school boat and had to re-enroll this year 2008, everyone has been so helpful, if i leave a message i get a return call asap, as far as feedback from the instructors i have yet to need any so we shall see as i get futher along in my degree plan, overall im happy and truly impressed.

Grantham is Accepted

By: edwarner99 (Graduate) on March 31, 2008

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I graduated at the end of 2006 with a BS in Business Administration. People don't think the credits will transfer; I have to disagree. I am currently enrolled in a regionally accredited MBA program at the University of North Alabama. The MBA is also accredited by the ACBSP as well. I had one pre-requisite class, but because of my grades at Grantham, I was exempt from taking the GMAT.

This society is too keen on giving up early. Every school has acceptance rules. If you don't think Grantham can help you, then my question to you is why did you enroll in the first place?

Honest review per Virus request

By: Anonymous (Graduate) on March 31, 2008

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I graduated in '07. The only true positive I could find here is they do use REAL books and software (There is NO way I could have done this any other way). I received absolutely NO support from instructors, student progress representatives (of which I had more than I can count) or the with the use of the technology (educator system). I was even enrolled in classes that had no instructor at all. But for the real issue VALUE, it was okay because after all you get what you pay for...my $30,000 education will net me approximately $400,000 (that is an additional ($15,000 a year for the 25 years I have left in the workforce then added in an additional $25,000 for inflation) to me that is very very much worth the money spent. On a last note I have not been able to find a graduate school that will accept my GU degree and I can not justify the expense to continue on with this institution. (Although my employer does recognize my national degree I was told I would be earning more if it was a regional degree).

Great Opportunity

By: Anonymous (Graduate) on February 16, 2008

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Grantham provides a great on-line experience.  Everyone has taken a few traditional courses that could have been completed in a month, but had to sit through class for 3-4 months to just waiting for it to end.  Grantham is a self paced school allowing you to complete those "easy" classes in a short time.  Some instructors are great and reply immediately and some take a couple days to reply.  Overall, it's like any other college and I highly recommend Grantham to any working adult looking to further their education.

Look before you leap

By: me2 (In Progress) on February 8, 2008

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What a disaster.  My grades were great.  3.8 all the way around but that was only because I taught myself.  Teachers were no where to be found.  Log on, take your test, and log out.  Just don't expect any assistance from anyone.

Like others have said, the degree is pretty much just a piece of paper, because Grantham is not looked upon all that highly by most other schools and a lot of other employers.  It may help me get a job, but I'm playing craps and rolling the dice because not a lot of people respect a DETC degree and with good reason.

Worth it for the right kind of person

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on January 13, 2008

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It' like many of the other reviews state. If you are a self-starter who takes responsibility for your education, then Grantham is a good fit.  If you are the kind of person that needs constant feedback and praise from your instructors, then it may not be so good.  I am in the MBA program and about 1/3 finished.  The responses back can be slow at times.  I've had to wait up to 6 days (not completely unreasonable, but not horrible either). The textbooks are graduate level textbooks that are used in other universities.  I really appreciate the fact that all textbooks and materials are included in the price of tuition.  I can tell you there is nothing like buying one or two books at $80-$100 each plus software at who knows how much to really put a dent in your pocket book.  Overall for my needs and career progression, Grantham is the perfect fit.  As others say, do your research before you commit to a university.  Find one that meets your style of learning.

credits will not transfer and expensive

By: kaseyandbecky (In Progress) on October 29, 2007

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Grantham is not cheap.  At $250 a credit hour, you would think the credits would be worth something, but they are not.  No legitimate graduate school will touch my credits.  

No support from staff or teachers.  I was really dissapointed.

Do yourself a favor and look into other options.  If you must get a degree online, look into Fort Hayes State University.  A lot cheaper and Regional.  No one will think twice about accepting a degree from there.

Not happy with the service

By: sol_city (In Progress) on October 26, 2007

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Support?  What support.  E-mails went unanswered and phone calls went unreturned.  I was truly on my own for the majority of my time enrolled at Grantham.  

The text books were good.  They were the same text books that you would use at any school, but it goes right back to support.  The best text book in the world won't help you if you can not get anyone to answer your questions.

Some of the teachers were good, most were just there to grade papers and hand out grades.  What I learned, I learned on my own.

Overall, I was not happy with my time at Grantham.  Now I hear that it's not a very respected degree to have so I'm glad I left.  I'm waiting to see if the new school I enrolled in will accept my Grantham credits.  From what I have read here, they probably will not.

My experience has been positive

By: bestchemical (In Progress) on October 22, 2007

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I enrolled with Grantham back in 2005. I started with just a few credits and am already almost done with my BSBA (in just over two years!) During my time at Grantham I've experienced several changes, all for the better. When I first started, it normally took about 24 hours for my SPR to get back in touch with me to respond to my questions. Over the last year, I've noticed that their response time has been only a couple of hours (if not immediate!) My employer has already given my a pay raise just based on the fact that I'm working on my degree AND they've agreed to give me the promotion that I've been waiting for once I've completed the degree. I would highly recommend this school to others, as long as they're self-motivated and have the discipline to work on their own. It can definitely lead you to your degree quicker than most schools.

Satisfied

By: ja.1.love (In Progress) on October 21, 2007

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I'm satisfied with GU as a whole, my studies have helped me tremendously. I have a better outlook on life as far a business is concerned. I'm currently in the military and I find that this school is on par with some of the other online school thats out there. With GU you get what you put in to it. You must be motivated and a self starter in order to achieve your goals. Whenever I had any issue's they were solved by simply giving the GU staff a chance to do their jobs (A simple email or phone call and you being patient). GU keep up the good work. I give GU a big "Hooah"

For those who TRULY want to do it alone...

By: billbart63 (Graduate) on July 21, 2007

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Grantham is really not an intitution of higher learning, it is a business which is ran like a used car lot. Once they get your money, forget about customer service until it is once again time to enroll.  Most of the undergraduate work I did was completely on my own. I would log on and take the test and received the grade right away...no real feedback. To be fair, during my first semester for my MBA, the instructor, with one exception, were very good an provided alot of feedback.

Grantham University

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on May 30, 2007

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I've read numerous reviews about the accreditation or the staff etc.  When I first enrolled, I thought it was an easy way to get a degree.  But now, it seems like something has happened and they're goin in the right direction.  I was also told they're getting nationally and regionally accredited so courses are going to be a lot harder.  So everything is getting better with the school.  They have numerous changes going on right now.

Criminal Justice degree - waste of time

By: Anonymous (In Progress) on December 30, 2006

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A horrible experience.  You can't get in touch with the teachers, or support staff.  They are only there to hassle you to re-enroll after you complete your semester.  I never received any help from them at any other time.  All tests are open book, even the final exams.  They allow you to pick your proctor for your final exams.  Please, tell me no one cheats when their buddy is the proctor.  Essentially, they send you a book and some Grantham printed booklets and wait for you to complete it.  Then, they call to hassle you to re-enroll.  Nationally accredited so most other school will not accept them and you will not be able to transfer to another school when you get sick of dealing with their crap.  A worthless school, with worthless support, generating a worthless degree.  Sign up at your own risk.

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