Welcome TechAmerica Members

Thank you for your interest in Western Governors University, a proud partner of TechAmerica.

Western Governors University is a nonprofit online university offering you a convenient, flexible education online. Founded by the governors of 19 U.S. states, WGU offers nationally and regionally accredited online bachelor’s and master’s degrees specifically designed for working adults like you.

WGU’s unique competency-based approach to education is an ideal match for experienced IT and business professionals who need a degree to advance their careers. As a student, you’ll enjoy unparalleled flexibility and the personalized attention of a dedicated mentor. You’ll also be able to leverage your existing competencies—from work experience and prior education—to complete the requirements of your degree and potentially accelerate your program.

Partnership Benefits for TechAmerica Members

• Application Fee Waiver ($65 savings). Talk to an Enrollment Counselor about how to receive this waiver.
• 5% Tuition Discount. This discount will be applied each term for the length of your entire program. When you talk to your Enrollment Counselor, be sure to mention your affiliation with TechAmerica and that you should qualify for this tuition discount. Your Enrollment Counselor will help you finalize this eligibility.

Note: You may also be eligible for WGU’s numerous scholarships offerings. Click here to learn more.

Eligible Programs for the TechAmerica Partnership

College of Information Technology
WGU’s IT degree programs incorporate multiple respected industry certifications without adding classes or costs.

• B.S. Information Technology
• B.S. Information Technology—Network Administration
• B.S. Information Technology—Network Design and Management
• B.S. Information Technology—Databases
• B.S. Information Technology—Security
• B.S. Information Technology—Software
• B.S. Health Informatics
• M.S. Information Security and Assurance
• M.S. Information Technology—Network Management
• MBA Information Technology Management

College of Business
WGU’s business degrees emphasize mastery of the skills and knowledge that are essential for continued advancement.

• B.S. Business Management
• B.S. Business—Human Resource Management
• B.S. Business—Information Technology Management
• B.S. Sales and Sales Management
• B.S. Marketing Management
• B.S. Accounting
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• MBA Information Technology Management
• MBA Healthcare Management

Why WGU is a Smarter Way to Earn a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

• WGU is a nonprofit university.
  Nonprofit means many things, but to us, nonprofit stands for 1) an unparalleled investment in student success; 2) Low tuition, meaning less debt; 3) A focus on graduation, not tuition; And 4) an emphasis on ensuring that WGU is the right fit for your goals and needs.
• WGU is competency-based and measures learning, not seat time
  At WGU, our focus is on making sure you have the skills and knowledge you need to be successful. By utilizing a competency-based approach to education, WGU enables you to leverage the “competencies” you already possess to potentially complete your program faster—and for less money, too.
• WGU is respected and offers relevant degree programs.
  WGU offers a rigorous, relevant education that’s designed by experts from industry and academia which prepares you with the skills and knowledge you need to become a consummate professional in your field.
• WGU is affordable.
  Tuition at WGU is among the most affordable in the country—typically half what you’d pay at a traditional campus-based university or another online school. Plus, WGU only charges tuition at a flat rate every six months (not per credit). You’ll only pay for the time you need to complete your degree requirements. The faster you progress, the more you save.
• WGU is flexible.
  For schedules that demand flexibility, WGU is the smarter choice. Course material can be accessed at the time and place convenient for your schedule. You can progress at a pace that enables you to earn a college degree while managing your career, family, and life’s other challenges.

For More Information

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