Capella University Review | Is It Any Good for Busy Adults?
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- čas přidán 29. 05. 2022
- You've definitely heard of Capella University! They have ads everywhere, but are they worth going to? That's the big question today as we rate them in four categories: Cost, Transfer Friendliness, Student Experience, and Career Outcomes!
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University of Massachusetts Global (formerly known as Brandman University) & and the University of Wisconsin's competency-based FlexPath program probably both rate full reviews; notably, both of these universities offer two of the only competency-based associate's degrees that charge on an "all-you-can-study" basis (most CBE programs either eschew AS/AA degrees entirely [e.g., WGU, UMPI, etc.] or if they do offer these, charge on a credit-hour basis [e.g., SHNU, TESU, etc.]).
@@MateDrinker33 That is indeed intriguing. Thank you for the head's up!
The SUNY system
American Public University System
Columbia Southern University!
Im looking at getting a Masters there. I prefer a nonprofit public, but they advertise specializing in public safety fields aswell as Occupational Health and Safety.
I graduated from Capella University with my Doctor of Education in 2021. I, personally, had a great experience. There was nothing easy about the program as you will have to work for your degree! I’m not sure about other’s experience, but for me it was worth it. Also, I do work as a Full Time Professor as well as own my own educational consulting business so for me, Capella was a good choice.
Are you white?
I am thinking about applying to Capella for Education as well. Any advice? Was it cost effective? Did you do FlexPath?
@@Zenocius 😂 more likely
@killerwail1716 what's that have to do with anything?
@@Zenociuswtf?
I actually am an employee at Capella University. I've been working here for about 2 years. I started out as an Enrollment Counselor and now I work in financial aid. Thank you for posting this video, although, I would recommend getting your information from Capella staff directly before you make any decisions. Feel free to ask any questions under this comment thread and I can try to help!
I have my bachelor's and masters degree from Capella. I had a good experience. I did the flex path option and obtained both degrees a year (6 months per degree).
Glad it worked out for you! ☺️
I had a wonderful experience from Capella I will be finished next Friday with my BSN in Nursing I Do not agree with his assessment. Guys go for yourself. Capella is a Good College I recommend it 🎉
This review doesn’t reflect my personal experience at Capella. I earned a PhD there eight years ago, and I found it to be academically rigorous. My instructors were accessible when I needed them, especially my dissertation chair. It took quite a bit longer for me to finish than I had hoped, but that wasn’t Capella’s fault. Life happens, and online learning is hard. Perhaps a lot of students don’t really understand how self-directed and disciplined they will need to be in an online environment. Instead of sitting in a classroom and listening to an instructor feed you the information, online learning requires you to actually do the reading, participate in the labs and exercises, and then be able to demonstrate that you understand the material. There is a LOT of writing involved, so if you’re not a decent writer, you’re probably going to be more frustrated and not do as well.
I used my GI Bill to pay for my PhD, so I can’t speak to the financial issues, but I was satisfied with my experience at Capella.
Whether I would recommend it to others would depend on how motivated, organized, and self-directed they are. I’ll say it again: Online learning is hard. In my experience, it was harder than my previous two degrees at a nationally ranked state university.
I'm glad to hear you had a good experience. That's awesome. I will say that I expect it was hardly partially because you were working at the PhD level, but my whole video wasn't meant to imply that Capella could never be a good experience. It's just that statistically in 3 of 4 categories, it tends to be a worse experience for students.
But it's really good to hear a positive review. Gotta see the whole picture. Thank you, Kelly!
I am actually in the process of researching Capella as I am interested in getting my DBA. Would you be willing to talk with me about your experience? Obviously, we would need to find a way to communicate in an alternative way to CZcams comments?
@@CollegeHacked I graduated with a 4.0 but that certainly was not because it is easy. It is very difficult and time consuming.
@@murdermysterymissing8044 Congrats on finishing. That's an awesome accomplishment especially if it is so difficult.
@Panda Angry For those who do think a PhD is easy, they’ll be sorely disappointed.
I graduated with my bachelor's from capella and I had a pretty good experience there. Only complaint is the financial aid department sucks
I am currently a Capella student, and I don’t agree that this college is expensive. I get scholarships and it aids me tremendously and not to forgot Sophia courses! It’s 100% free. My student counselor is always reachable and if I don’t get her some one always gets back to me. I had amazing professors so far, I mean this is anywhere even if you are in IVy league colleges you aren’t always guaranteed a best teacher.
I completely disagree with all the points this video have to say, and yes every one is entitled to share their opinions. In fact I was referred to Capella through my friend who earned her master’s and she was over the moon with her experience.
Good luck Capella and all the learners! God bless you✨🙏🏻
Glad to hear it's working out for you! Even a broken clock is right twice a day. Sadly, the 18.8% graduation rate is what will kill it as a good option for most students.
I was considering going to Capella University, but then I saw this video. Thank you for making it! I guess I'm still looking for a good school....
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I recently earned my bachelors from Capella. My overall rating for the school is a solid 4/5. My overall experience was great. However, the only con is that it was very difficult to hear back from
Any of the faculty or support techs. It would take from a few days to weeks before you hear anything back, and sometimes they don’t respond at all. You definitely have to be HIGHLY MOTIVATED to do online courses mainly because it’s almost ALL writing. I calculated the amount of pages overall I did and it was about 600 pages of typing in all!
Oh, wow! That's a lot of work, and I'm super happy for you that it was an overall good experience. :)
What did you major in?
🤦🏾♀️ i’m doing my masters now and it’s really trying me
Hello, I'm currently attending Capella. At this point I am worried that something is gonna happen that makes my experience terrible, but so far it is going alright.
Hey, that's good! I wouldn't worry too much.
Don’t let this review ruin your experience. Focus on your degree and you’ll be fine. My company is a Fortune 500 organization and they vouch for this school in our tuition reimbursement program. I graduated from there and I’m doing well for myself. I’m so thankful they helped me complete my journey to obtaining a college degree.
@@B-Easy78 i don't think it will. I enjoy hearing other people's opinions on things and respect all of the work the creator of the video put into bringing the information to us as viewers. That said, I personally don't have any complaints about Capella.
How’s it going for you?
@@zayaelliott5309 trying to finish this dissertation! Reaearch is challenging.
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Hey, Kenneth!
I'm in my first quarter for my Masters at Capella. Since I've applied they put me throught he wringer. I applied super early becuase I was just so excited to start school again. During the summer, they ended the program I was initially enrolled in and I either had to reapply for financial aid in the previous year or I could take the program that they were replacing it with. I decided to just stick it out and start the new program. Then during the summer my admissions worker claimed that I was not keeping in contact with her so they dropped me from the univeristy. I had to go through the whole admissions process again (which to be fair wasn't that difficult, it was just stressful due to the circumstances). Now, five weeks into my first quarter or halfway through, I was talking to my academic coach. He says that the program I am enrolled in won't fit my future goals. I appreciated his honesty and advice but I am feeling like Capella is trying to get me to take more classes and therefore make more money off of me. So now I am back to step one, looking for a new college to transfer to. Its just frustrating becuase I was so excited to start that I got everything done early and now I feel so far behind. Uggghh....
You're going to do great, and you'll catch back up to where you need to be just fine. The colleges in this video are all better alternatives to Capella: czcams.com/video/qOo14LpYcL8/video.html&ab_channel=CollegeHacked
I am currently attending capella university, they've been great thus far. They encourage you to apply for scholarships and take as many sophia classes (free classes that transfer) as possible. I've always felt greatly supported by my academic coach. However, it does seem to be a bit pricey, but I guess that's college for ya. I'm almost through my bachelor's and will be on to my masters, so I guess once I'm done, I can then rate my full experience. You really gotta have your head in the game because their courses don't play.
Glad to hear it's working out for you! :)
Out of curiosity how many credits can you transfer? Thank you in advance.
I’m here for your follow up because I start Monday 😭
@@robertnunez2207 135 credits
I know it’s very specific, but I’d love to see a review of Broward Community College in south Florida. Thanks for all that you do. Because of your informative videos, my daughter just passed her first CLEP for free, via Modern States. She’s currently studying for another. Great content!
Hey, that's awesome! While I probably won't do a review of BCC, I will say that community college's fall into two camps: They love CLEP, etc. and are very easy to test out of or they don't even have CLEP on their radar because no one ever really asks them about. It should be pretty easy to figure out which they are within 5 minutes of calling Admissions. I hope that helps, and I'm excited for your daughter!
BC IS AMAZING!! It will definitely set your daughter's professional life up! Me and and my daughter both graduated from BC and it was one of the best decisions ever! :) Extremely affordable (considering others), lots of study options, majors, certificates, degrees, and vocational/adult education options. Lots of scholarships, clubs, diversity, inclusion and overall awesome way to step into your professional life. Good Luck
I'm gonna get 20k worth of scholarships for this through my job, was thinking of using it up then transferring to WGU.
Hey Dr. Clifford Stumme, I just graduated from my community college with an Associate in Arts degree and a Business Administration certificate. However, I'm kind of stuck in what I want to get my bachelor's degree in at the moment. I'm thinking along the lines with Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or English. I am thinking about CS or IT due to a plethora of job demand for people with those degrees. What are your thoughts?
Great questions! You're going about this the right way.
You need to ask yourself, "What's my end goal?" and then get the degree that gets you there. Want to go into IT? Get an IT degree. What to be an editor? Get an English degree. Want a job that doesn't require a specific degree? Get whatever major you want.
It's all about where you want to be when you graduate.
If you want to talk this through more, reply here or set up a consultation using my link in the description. :)
I recently graduated from Capella University, my experience was great. I’ve been accepted to multiple colleges (Brick & Mortar and Online). I transferred in 70.5 Sophia credits, and 30 credits from previous institutions. Capella actually pays for Sophia Learning courses. I started my program March of 2022, and graduated in October of 2022. The Flexpath (competency based learning) help me finish school faster at my own pace.
Nice! Super glad it worked out for ya!
May I ask what was your major?
@@mislandi10 Business Human Resource Management
Capella University, Strayer University, and Sophia Learning are all owned by the same parent-company, Strategic Education, Inc. This is why Capella promotes Sophia Learning.
Very useful! Thank you! I was not aware of this.
I would like to see a review for Excelsior College. I heard they don't do their UExcel credits anymore. Thanks!
Noted! I think they still do uExcel. Was checking it out a couple of weeks ago.
I just graduated from Capella and I had a great experience. I did the flexpath nursing bsn and msn program. I loved it and I completed both programs in 90 days. So my cost was under $3100 for each degrees. So I would have to totally disagree from this reveiw. I would know I graduated from there❤❤❤
This is a great information, thanks for sharing! I do think licensure programs are a potential exception to the caution we take with for-profits, they aren’t ALWAYS a bad option. :)
Thank you for this comment. This is what I was looking for!
Im a student right now at Capella, I’m a real person not paid for my comment. I work one of the largest laboratory’s in the world. Capella is a partner school for our employees. I totally disagree with this assessment. Capella classes are no joke and I can speak to my professors by phone. So I don’t know where her got his information 😂
Glad you’re having a good experience! 😄 Employee partnerships usually come with a different, better experience since the school is motivated not to lose that pipeline of students. Getting the degree paid for also fixes the problem of high cost, so double jeopardy for you! 🥳
So what school would you recommend? I’m going for psychology to eventually get a doctorate in clinical psychology I’m looking for a good school with good cost so I won’t have to switch schools so much
So glad you asked! I think you'd really like this video: czcams.com/video/qOo14LpYcL8/video.html&ab_channel=CollegeHacked
And the video I'm putting out today!
Yep, definitely save money on your undergraduate program and then really invest time and more money on your grad programs--those will make all the difference. Happy to help you out with a consultation and help you put a plan together: collegehacked.com.
Go to a university that pays for funding...if u aren't getting paid to be a researcher, then what is the point
Well my mom got her bachelors and masters from there while i was growing up, here i am looking into that I.T degree
Literally saved my life
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Thank you for your review. Wow! I was really going to go there instead of Liberty University. What do you think?
Liberty is better ;)
What’s your opinion on Colorado State University Global campus?
They are legitimate. Not my favorite for hacking but definitely an option.
Thank you for this information! Here's my question: Can a graduate from Capella undergrad move on to another university? Meaning, will an undergrad degree from cappella be accepted and respected enough to be admitted into a masters program at a different university?
It really depends on the master's program you're trying to get into. Harvard? Less likely. Liberty University? Southern New Hampshire University? More likely.
I got my bachelor’s from Capella and now I’m in the MBA program at OSU…. a top notch university. I don’t agree with this review of Capella. I had a great experience with the faculty and the curriculum. I have a great job making six figures with a major insurance company. Also, most student are already working adults. Therefore, your experience coupled with your degree determines salary, promotions, and job offers. Don’t forget this review is by a guy that never went to Capella. Experience is key in reviews. So let that sink in.
I got my bachelor's from capella and now I'm in grad school at Niagara U so it worked for me
I graduated with my masters in business science from Capella currently due to completing my doctoral summer 2024. Teachers are absolutely great, classroom assistant and resources are all at your finger tips. In terms for cost, I go 100% due to my current employer covering all cost.
Excellent 🤩🤩 Paid for degrees are the best degrees.
I’m almost done with my master degree from Capella, and I had a very good experience with them tuition and academic wise
Glad it worked out!
What university do you recommend for online competency-based in cybersecurity?
Oh, good question! I was just putting a plan together for someone last month and another one for next week about Cybersecurity. LUO has, I think, the best online program in this, but there are a few other colleges in this video that have good tech degrees: czcams.com/video/qOo14LpYcL8/video.html. Happy to consult you on this! Collegehacked.com.
Am thinking of taking of taking their Cyber Security program...has anyone gone thru it?
Can you review American Public University System? It’s really big with the military
Will look into it!
Is Capella the only school that offers an online competency-based psychology program? Having such a hard time finding others!
WGU is an online school that’s competency-based
Yeah, competency-based psych programs are rare right now. I'm not aware of any others at this point. I hope more appear!
I am attending there right now in their Flexpath Masters in health admin with a focus in leadership...it sucks..I tell you. They don't teach anything and their grading for flex is horrible. It's either a pass or no pass for flexpath. Good luck with flex. I give them a D. Their flexpath over in the Pacific time always crashes and they always do system maintenance 9pm for pacific time. If you are like me where you work full time and require to go to school from 7 pm to 11 pm , expect the system to crash at 9 pm. Two hours of work only.
Now I'm getting nervous, I'm supposed to start Health Care Admin and I'm also a busy worker from 8 to 5.
The FlexPath is meant to be like an independent study. That is why it seems like you are not being taught. The FlexPath is also significantly cheaper for that reason. The GuidedPath operates as a traditional, teacher guided course. Maybe switching to Guided will be better for you. I graduated with my Doctor of Education from Capella in 2021.
I’m in rolled in capella‘s MSN class and the it’s been two months I’m on my second module I do not know how people complete this in 90 days it’s very rigorous I work, so how can I possibly finish this in 90 days I want someone to tell me how they did it in 90 days
They likely had industry knowledge already, so the material was familiar to them from the start :) If it’s all new content, it will definitely take longer-no matter who the student is!
We can also help you with our nursing tutoring services.
My work is offering a FREE masters degree through a partnership with Capella. You think I should still avoid it? It’s in a masters of science in IT / analytics.
Now THAT is an interesting question. You really have to decide what you want out of this degree. You might consider asking your employer if they'd agree to instead give you a scholarship to a school of your choice.
@@CollegeHacked agreed, very interesting. I’ve called Purdue global and SNHU. I could get SOME money off per year with my employer (5k a year), but with capella it’s completely free.
It seems like a lot of the issues you mentioned were financial and hidden costs. I am a self starter so needing “professor hand holding” is not my thing…. Idk, I’m thinking the “free” is really selling me. Also side note, I recognize you from videos about TOP, I used to tour in a band back in the day. Every time we came to Ohio in 2010-2012ish people would say, you gotta hear this local band…. Guess who it was? Small world.
@@BDawgCrypto Oh, my gosh! Small world indeed! Yeah, great band. Definitely love their music.
Hey, it's hard to argue with free. I would principally consider whether you're thinking about graduate programs in the future and maybe do a little digging to see if they'll accept your Capella degree. I think they probably will, so I wouldn't worry too much, but it really sounds like Capella might oddly enough be a good choice for you.
Is this a trick question? I can think of very few good reasons to turn down a free education.
@@kellydiver thank you, I started yesterday actually. Pleased so far!
No you shouldn't, there are 1000s of schools to choose from. These days state schools are 100% online, respected and a lot cheaper.
Well said!
Can you do Liberty University Online?
I will! Got an SNHU review coming up next.
I got my BA at capella, Did not graduate and do not have a job in my field
Sorry to hear that!!
This is terrible. A friend of mine attended Capella back in the early 2010s & hated it. She was attending for a graduate program & said it was the worst experience with school.
One more vote against Capella U!
For what reasons did she have a bad experience?
I just had a poor experience with Capella. I got tuition reimbursement with my job but he's right about support. My advisor basically abandoned me.
On their website they claim to have 15 month bachelors and masters degrees in psychology and therapy and counseling for 15,000 dollars. Is this true? Because 64,000 is nowhere near possible for me
Even if that is true, there are better schools :) A psych degree at UMPI will cost you $5,500.
@@CollegeHacked the entire degree is 5,500 hundred? That’s sounds almost too good to be true
@@thelegendarye2430 And now you know why we have a healthy business! 😄 The ability is there, most people just don't know how to cut the time/cost!
@@CollegeHacked thanks man I’m definitely gonna look into it. Since my music dreams kind of died out I’ve been lost on what I wanna do that would actually make me feel like I’m contributing to the world. And it’s the first profession that’s actually interested me and got me excited about doing. Cheers
@@CollegeHacked just to clarify does UMPI stand for university of Maine presque isle. It’s the only one I found. Just wanna make sure that’s right
What if i could get a graduate degree from here for free? still not worth it?
I mean, it's probably still worth it, but would I pay $5,000 to get a degree from somewhere else? Personally, yes. If you're looking to go into higher education or being a professor, I'd pay a lot more to get a degree elsewhere. If it's just for professional work (not educational), then it's slightly less of an issue.
@@CollegeHacked thanks for the reply. And Yea its strictly for professional career advancement.
@@BobbyMarley718 There's a good chance it'll work out for you. :)
If you are wealthy and have good credit 🎉🎉🎉 go for it. But you really have to pay for your last few classes out of pocket!
Can you review University of The People? Plenty of reviews available are from interested parties ie the students and staffs themselves.
Am considering it!
@@CollegeHacked thanks
If you are outside the USA they may be a great option.
Capella literally owns Sophia Learning and it’s free for its students.
Indeed! It’s a twisted world :)
can you do a review on Penn State world campus?
I will look into it!
Not to do as thorough of a review, but I'm in my last year of a Cybersecurity Masters at PSU doing world campus. What I was told is that the coursework and structure is the same as on-campus. The fact that they encourage students to come to the campus and walk with everyone else and that they don't note a difference when you graduate was encouraging. Doing my program during COVID was a unique experiment as the on-campus students went remote too, and they ended up being mixed in with world campus students. That experience solidified the fact that it is the same as on-campus. The platform they use is Canvas, which is actually very nice compared to others I've seen. The cost is very competitive in the market. The instructors...well...that's really no different than anywhere else. For the most part, they are knowledgeable, well credentialed, and responsive, though you get a couple here and there that let the class go on autopilot. It happens. Depending on the class, the course material can be dated, but that is a common challenge among universities today, especially for fields that change quickly. So, in the end, I've really enjoyed the experience, met some great people, and gotten a decent enough value in terms of learning. Remember a lot of what you get out of it depends on what you put into it.
Don't go to a college that advertises in bathrooms of warehouses
Purdue Global next?
Great suggestion!
Imagine all the people that got turned off from going to Capella because of this video.
16% grad rate??!! :( That says a lot - and it is not good.
Capella gives Sophia for free once you are admitted
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)?
They are really good, and I do recommend them, but they aren't as flexible as the top colleges I recommend in my other videos.
This college is confusing and disorganized, with staff members often providing conflicting information. They mishandled your applications, causing significant frustration. Applying here is a waste of time and energy, as the process is incredibly stressful. They assign two counselors who contradict each other, which is bizarre. Moreover, their tuition is subject to change based on the market, which is unfair given that our incomes don't fluctuate similarly. Additionally, their costs are based on subscription length rather than courses or credits, meaning the longer you stay, the more you pay. It's all very misleading and feels fraudulent.
crap ella University is more like it.
WGU
I really do need to talk about that one. Will add it to my list!
My job has a partnership with them and they offer certain degrees for free and I’m debating on doing it 🥲
Where do you work??
I am a Capella student, and I have no complaints so far!