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GENERAL INFORMATION

Name of Institution: Aspen University Inc.
Address: 720 South Colorado Blvd., Suite 1150N, Denver, CO 80246
Year Founded: 1987
First Accredited: 1993
Next Scheduled Review: 2012

Accreditation(s) and Agency E-mail Contact Information:

Distance Education and Training Council (DETC).
http://www.detc.org/contacUs.html


Aspen University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency, and is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Aspen University is also a member of The American Council on Education (ACE) and is authorized by The Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE) to operate in Colorado as a private university under the Degree Authorization Act.

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) http://www.aacn.nche.edu/Accreditation/

Aspen University's Master of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Officially recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a national accreditation agency, the CCNE is an autonomous accrediting agency contributing to the improvement of the public's health. CCNE ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate education programs preparing effective nurses.

Project Management Institute (PMI)
http://www.pmi.org

Aspen University is a Global Charter Education Provider for the Project Management Institute (PMI). Aspen's Project Management Program has been reviewed and approved by the PMI (www.pmi.org) and prepares the student to take the Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification exam, if desired. The PMP® credential is the project management profession's most recognized and respected certification credential. Individuals must qualify to sit for the PMP® Certification examination. Existing PMPs may also take select courses to fulfill their Professional Development Unit (PDU) requirements to maintain PMP status.

State Approval and E-mail Contact Information:
The Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE). http://highered.colorado.gov/Academics/Colleges/privateaccredited.asp

Participation in Funding Programs: G.I. Bill, DANTES, Title IV, Union Education Trust (Ohio)

 

MISSION & DESCRIPTION

Institution Mission Statement:
The mission of Aspen University is to become an institution of choice for adult learners by offering cost-effective, comprehensive, and relevant online education. Our interdisciplinary approach fosters theoretical and practical knowledge as well as critical thinking skills significant to the work environment.

Description of Institution: Aspen University was an early pioneer in online education. In fact Aspen was the first University to offer an accredited, 100% online MBA. Since then Aspen University has taught over 4000 students, bringing classes to learners via the internet. We now offer online programs in information and technology management, information systems, business, project management, criminal justice and nursing. Aspen University has, and will continue to make key strategic moves that allow it to refine its educational services and keep pace with industry changes.

Student Demographic Profile: Working adult professionals in business, technology, nursing, education, and criminal justice.

Programs:

  • Doctorate in Education
  • Master of Science in Information Management
  • Master of Science in Information Technology
  • Master of Science in Information Systems
  • Master of Education
  • Master of Science in Nursing
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Business Administration-Project Management emphasis,
  • Master of Business Administration- Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management emphasis
  • Master of Business Administration-Finance emphasis
  • Master of Business Administration-Information Management emphasis
  • Master of Science in Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (degree completion)
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Also Graduate Certificate Programs in Project Management, Information Systems Management, and various Information Technology Certificates.

Average Program Tuition/Cost per credit hour:

  • Graduate Programs/courses: $300 per credit hour
  • Undergraduate Programs/courses: $250 per credit hour

SUCCESS INDICATORS

Average Course Completion Rate for Students: 92%

Percentage of Students Surveyed Who Responded that they –

• Achieved their learning goals:
97%
• Would recommend the institution to a friend:
96%
• Were satisfied with their studies:
98%

 

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