WGU Advancement Help us open up the world of academic access. Support WGU students

The WGU Student Emergency Aid Fund

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically transformed daily life for many WGU students. The WGU Student Emergency Aid Fund supports high-need students with non-tuition costs that seriously jeopardize their academic journeys. You can help students by making a gift today.

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We’re passionate about student success.

At WGU, the success of real, hardworking students is at the center of everything we do. Our entire academic model revolves around giving students an education that works for them. WGU Advancement is here to help even more students get access to a revolutionary education. As you give back, you help propel all of us forward.

How we're making a difference.

Discover how WGU is impacting education, and individual students, all around the country.

Learn about The WGU Difference.

$12.1 million

in scholarships was awarded to WGU students in 2018, making their education even more attainable.

STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES

DWIGHT'S STORY

“Thanks to my scholarship, I was able to successfully complete demonstrative teaching and graduate with dual certifications in both special and elementary education. Because of WGU, I am the first in my family to graduate from college with a bachelor’s degree.”

Amanda, 2019 WGU Graduate

ARRICKA'S STORY

Ways to give

Donate now.

Every dollar donated to WGU Advancement for WGU scholarships goes right to supporting hard working students. Your donation — no matter what size — goes directly to brighter futures.

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Employee match.

Many employers match personal employee donations to maximize giving impact. Please check with your employer to see if they offer an employee match program, and contact us if you have any questions.

Partner with us.

WGU is constantly working to enhance programs and offerings for better student success. If you are interested in helping even more students gets access to a revolutionary education, we would love to work with you.

Together, we’re fulfilling a promise to today’s students and our economic future.

"Shortening the enrollment-to-workforce cycle is important for the future of workforce development, and WGU Advancement is proving to be a critical funding source for Western Governors University in this endeavor. The resources generated through donations and grants will drive innovation and support scholarships to provide a pathway to a better life for students while also addressing workforce shortages."

- Carol D'Amico, Ed. D
Executive Vice President, National Engagement and Philanthropy, Strada Education Network
WGU Advancement Board Member

Let's open doors together.

Let’s discuss the opportunity that’s right for you and what kind of impact you can make.

It’s time to rethink academic access.

We’re changing the future of education for every student.

WGU is constantly working to enhance programs and offerings for better student success.

$12.1 million in scholarships was awarded to WGU students in 2018, making their education even more attainable.