Student Success
Welcome to Aspen University’s Student Success webpage!
This site is a hub for student information and resources.
Important Student Contacts
| Department | Description | Phone Contact | Email Contact |
| Academic Advising |
Academic Advising consists of a team of advising experts who are here to answer your questions about academic planning, Classroom and Student Portal navigation, course registration and withdrawals, and student success resources. |
800-373-7814 option 2 |
advising@aspen.edu |
| Financial Aid |
Aspen University offers financial assistance, through the federal student aid program, to students who are in need of assistance in paying for the cost of their education. Federal student aid is offered in the form of grants and/or loans. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. |
800-373-7814 option 3 |
studentfinance@aspen.edu |
| Student Finance |
The Student Finance Office communicates with all students regarding financial concerns, information, and coaching. This includes processing invoices and reimbursement documents. |
800-373-7814 option 4 |
studentfinance@aspen.edu |
| Registrar’s Office |
The Registrar’s Office is responsible for student records and academic policies. You should contact the Registrar’s Office if you have questions about transcripts, transfer credit, FERPA, record updates, or enrollment verifications. |
800-373-7814 option 5 |
registrar@aspen.edu |
| Office of Accessibility Services |
Aspen University’s Accessibility Services provides reasonable accommodations to all students with disabilities, temporary conditions, pregnancy and postpartum status, and religious accommodations to help them achieve their academic goals. Students who need assistance are encouraged to reach out to Accessibility Services to begin the process for accommodations. |
1-619-877-2833 |
accessibility@aspen.edu |
| Office of Field Experience |
The Office of Field Experience (OFE) is responsible for providing assistance with obtaining Immersion/Practicum/Internship approval letters in our graduate-level nursing programs. Documents pertaining to the student, site, and preceptor must be sent and approved by the OFE coordinators. OFE will reach out to graduate-level nursing students 2-3 courses before your project course(s) to begin the approval process. |
ofe@aspen.edu | |
| Alumni & Career Services |
Alumni & Career Services connects students with the resources and information needed to navigate applying and interviewing for jobs and enhancing students’ professional development. Check out the Alumni & Career Services webpage for job resources, a calendar of upcoming events, networking opportunities, and more. |
By appointment only: Schedule an Appointment | alumni@aspen.edu |
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Make An Advising Appointment
- Anna Biglen: Schedule an Appointment
- Danielle Cordova: Schedule an Appointment
- Fred Roberts: Schedule an Appointment
- Iris Weiss: Schedule an Appointment
- Kari Dawson: Schedule an Appointment
- Kathryn Rexroth: Schedule an Appointment
- Kevin Hovick: Schedule an Appointment
- Leslie Brooks: Schedule an Appointment
- Sheena Swander: Schedule an Appointment
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Student Support Resources
- DNP Lounge
- DNP 2.0 Lounge (students accepted after February 2023)
- DSCS Doctoral Lounge
- EdD Doctoral Lounge
- Nursing Practicum Center
- Nursing Student Cafe
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Registration Help
- Log in to your Student Portal
- Select the “Register Now” tab on the left-hand menu.
- Financial Aid students will select a start date from a drop-down menu, press “continue,” and schedule out their entire financial aid Academic Year. Students will press “continue” to end and then type their name and submit.
- All other students will click the checkbox to the left of the course, then select a start date from the drop-down menu. Press “continue” and complete any other additional prompts, as applicable, to complete registration.
- You will first have to withdraw from your current registration by completing the Course Withdrawal form in your Student Portal. You can then go through the registration steps again to re-register for a different start date.
- Financial Aid students are encouraged to discuss changes with the Financial Aid department prior to adjusting their schedule.
- Students considering going through re-entry should first read the Readmission Policy in the catalog. If you have questions regarding how your program may have changed since you were last enrolled, please reach out to your academic advisor.
- If you are ready to apply for re-entry, you can being the process by updating your prior application here: https://application.aspen.edu/
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Technical Support
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Career Resources: Webinars, Career Support, & Networking
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Registrar’s Office Resources: Policies, Transcripts, & Graduation
- Academic Calendar
- Course Extension Policy
- Grading Policy
- Late Registration & Course Drops
- Leave of Absence Policy
- Participation Policy
- Readmissions Policy
- Transfer Credit Policy
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Verify Enrollment and Earned Degrees Online
- Web: www.degreeverify.org
- Mail: National Student Clearinghouse, 2300 Dulles Station Boulevard, Suite 220, Herndon, VA 20171
Click on your Academic Advisor to see their availability and schedule an appointment:
Unsure who your Academic Advisor is? Check your Student Portal or email advising@aspen.edu.
Peer Study Groups
Looking to make connections with your fellow students as you go through your program? Join one of Aspen’s Peer Study Groups! Sign up to be matched with other students in your program; you’ll work together to enhance your learning and provide peer support as you work toward completing your degree! Sign up here.
Printable Resources
Use these SMART goal trackers, study schedules, and weekly planners to help keep you on track.
SMART Goal Trackers
Study Schedules
Week Planners
Student Lounges
Writing & Academic Resources
For writing and academic resources, current students can visit the Student Resource Center.
Registration Help
Registration Steps:
Need to change your registration?
Course Planning
Creating goals and course planning is crucial to staying on track to graduate. Your advisor can help you create a course plan that fits your needs. Make an appointment with your advisor or email advising@aspen.edu!
Re-Entry Student Help
Students who left the university without completing their degree, but now wish to return must go through re-entry.
System Requirements can be found in the Academic Catalog.
Have a question related to classroom technology? View our Frequently Asked Questions document.
Students and alumni can visit our Career Resources webpage for information on upcoming webinars, networking opportunities, resume building, interviewing techniques, job boards, and more!
Academic Policies
Academic policies for the university can be found in the Academic Catalog. Commonly referred to policies for students include:
Student Forms
Transcripts
Students and applicants who are sending transcripts to Aspen University for admissions or transfer credit can mail those transcripts via mail to Aspen University, 4615 East Elwood Street, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85040. Secure, electronic transcripts can also be sent to transcripts@aspen.edu.
Former and current Aspen students who would like to request their official Aspen University transcripts may order through the National Student Clearinghouse.
Any questions about transcripts can be sent to transcripts@aspen.edu.
Graduation
Aspen University holds annual commencement ceremonies to celebrate our graduates. Find out more about commencement on the Graduation Celebrations webpage.