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WGU Advancement

Reinvigorating the Promise of Higher Education, Together

The Power of Philanthropy at WGU

Philanthropy at WGU directly fuels student success. In 2026, more than 12,000 students, alumni, employees, corporations, foundations, and friends invested in access to opportunity and innovation.

Take a look at our impact in the 2026 Annual Report.

Help Us Open Up the World of Academic Success

Access to Opportunity

Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn't.
Let's change that together.

At WGU, we are committed to identifying barriers to higher education and systematically knocking them down so more students can earn their degrees and achieve their dreams. 

Accelerating Innovation

Ambition never rests. Neither do we.
We're investing in the future of higher education. Join us.

Traditional higher ed wasn't built for the realities facing many of today's students. At WGU, we innovate with students in mind, giving them the flexibility and freedom they need to succeed. 

Our Story in Numbers

87%

of employers say they would hire another WGU graduate.

- 2025 Harris Poll Employer Survey

87%

of WGU graduates report their education was worth the cost.

-2025 Gallup Alumni Survey

77%

of WGU students come from one or more underserved populations.

- 2026 Annual Report

$14,671

Median income change from graduation to two years post-graduation

-Verified income data provided by Equifax