Western Governors University offers a totally new way of looking at higher education. We're a new type of university centered around you, the student.

What makes WGU so different and exciting is that we know that not everyone who wants a college degree or courses can live on, or near, the campus of their choice. We offer distance learning courses from dozens of colleges, universities, and corporations across the United States (and soon the world!). Courses offered through WGU (you'll find them in the Catalog) will come to you, wherever you are, not the other way around. These courses use both high-tech and low-tech ways -- from the Internet to satellite to the Postal Service -- to provide you with real options.

Through WGU, you will also be able to earn degrees by focusing only on the skills and knowledge areas that you need. We call this "competency-based" education, since it is not based on the number of credits you may have accumulated. We won't make you relearn what you already know. You can count skills and knowledge you've gained at other universities, on the job, or just through life, toward your WGU degree.

Our students have online access to our Catalog, directory of programs, advising services, and important resources, like our online library with over 60 full-text and comprehensive citation databases.

Come in, tour our online campus and resources, and discover the WGU advantage. You can be part of WGU as a student, an education provider, or a corporate partner. If you still have questions about WGU, call us at 877-HELP-WGU (877-435-7948). Wondering if distance education is right for you? Take this quiz and find out!

Finally! Real options for higher education.