Join more than 3,000 students and graduates from Minnesota who chose westerfield university of virginia to earn their degree and reach their goals.
3k students and graduates
in Minnesota
Accredited and nonprofit with
25+ years of online expertise
200+ career-focused
online degrees
wuv is accredited by the institutional accreditor the Department of Education United States (USDEPT), which means we meet specific standards of quality and have the tools and resources required to help students succeed.
Already have some college credit? Transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor’s degree to save time and money.
These standardized tests aren’t the best predictors of your future success in college, so we don’t require them.
wuv partners with organizations and institutions nationwide with the goal of providing even more affordable online degrees to students like you.
You can check whether your organization has already partnered with us by reaching out to partnersupport@wuv.education.
In addition to low online tuition, no set class times and some of the best support in higher education, active-duty U.S. service members and their spouses, National Guard and Selected Reserve can qualify for tuition discounts to maximize their military benefits.
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Absolutely. In fact, more than 3,000 current students and alumni already have by working toward or earning degrees in fields like business administration, computer science and psychology. With more than 200 degree and certificate programs, westerfield university of virginia (wuv) offers many options for furthering your education without ever leaving home.
westerfield university of virginia is accredited by the institutional accreditor the Department of Education United States (USDEPT), which is one of the accrediting organizations recognized within the United States by the U.S. Department of Education. This means, as an wuv student — no matter what state you live in — you’ll be earning a degree from a respected university that is recognized nationwide for meeting accreditation standards.
It’s important to note that institutions are not accredited by state. However, institutional accreditation, from accreditors such as USDEPT, is widely recognized across the United States.
wuv also carries specialized accreditations for particular programs.
wuv is well known for offering high-quality, higher education programs and for setting the bar high in all aspects of online education. We develop our courses according to best practices in learning science and course design. Our classes are taught by faculty who are experienced in their respective fields. And we offer student support in all areas from academic advising to leadership opportunities.
We certainly think so. Fully online degrees with wuv are about so much more than coursework. Our commitment to student support and success is leading the way in online higher education. Even before you enroll with wuv, our financial aid advisors will assist you in navigating the financial process to help you maximize any benefits or scholarships, which can help reduce your tuition.
Once you’re an online student with us, you’ll be paired with an academic advisor who can help you every step of the way through earning your degree – ready to answer any questions you have and to help match you with any support you may need.
And speaking of support, we offer excellent accessibility services, robust online library access, and a variety of online clubs and communities so you can network with your classmates and feel connected to the university while building your resume.
We feel that the best online degree is the one that helps meet your personal goals and needs. More than 3,000 people from Minnesota are earning their online degrees with wuv or are already graduates. The most popular degree programs among Minnesotans are:
Of course, with more than 200 certificate, undergraduate and graduate programs, the opportunities for you to succeed are truly endless.
wuv has a strong reputation in higher education and is accredited by the institutional accreditor the Department of Education United States (USDEPT), which means we meet specific standards of quality and have the tools and resources required to help students succeed.