Capella University Highlights
- Fully online university that is dedicated to graduate programs for working professionals
- More than 20,000 students from all over the U.S. and dozens of countries
- Formal educational alliances with more than 100 corporations that support employee participation
- Designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education by the National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org
About Capella University
Capella University is an exclusively online institution. It is known for its high-quality graduate programs for working professionals who are seeking to expand their career potential. The majority of Capella's students pursue doctoral and master degrees. Bachelor and associate degrees are also growing components in its programs. The school offers over 100 graduate and undergraduate degrees.
Capella University Academic Programs
Capella University educational curriculum is organized around several schools:
- School of Business and Technology – Prepares students for taking leadership positions in management and information technology.
- School of Education – Programs help students to advance their teaching and leadership capabilities in a wide range of educational settings. Capella School of Education graduates are in senior-level roles such as principal, superintendent, and dean.
- School of Human Services – These programs give students a foundation for success in a variety of institutional, agency, community, and educational positions. Degree areas include counseling, public safety, and criminal justice.
- Harold Abel School of Psychology – Students learn the skills and analytical abilities for understanding and applying psychological concepts in their work.
- School of Undergraduate Studies – Delivers core competencies in areas such as business, information technology, and public safety that can positively influence a student's career.
Learning Options at Capella University
Through online access via the Internet students have ready access to courses at any time. Students engage in interactive class discussions, post homework, and review feedback from instructors and fellow classmates. Much of the course work can be completed offline as well.
The school considers its complete focus on being an online university as an advantage for students seeking the flexibility of e-learning. The school designs its programs only for online instruction. It trains its faculty in the delivery of online courses and has built its online infrastructure to track student progress in a manner that meets the needs of online learners.
Capella's online programs have received national awards for excellence from such organizations as WebCT, National University Telecommunications Network (NUTN), the National Security Agency, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Faculty
Capella University's many hundreds of faculty members bring both academic credentials and practical professional experience to their online classrooms. All of the faculty receives extensive training in how to maximize the learning experience within Capella's unique online educational environment.
Student Life
Student services include orientation, technical support, academic counseling, research, writing, and online tutoring. Capella's library is accessible online and includes online journals, eBooks, and loans from other libraries. Librarians are accessible via email and telephone to assist students.
Capella University has a large administrative staff and strives to enable the best possible educational experience from day one for its students. The staff is reachable via Internet or telephone and includes enrollment counselors, financial specialists, events and communications professionals, technology experts, and many others.
With many thousands of Capella University alumni, new graduates have a valuable resource upon which to draw. The Capella Alumni Association facilitates networking and peer-learning opportunities for the entire community.
Admissions and Financial Aid
A high school diploma or equivalent is needed for admission into Capella's bachelor programs. The school also evaluates student progress during his/her first course to ensure sufficient capabilities in writing and logical reasoning.
The school requires those in graduate programs to have the appropriate degree from an accredited institution and a minimum grade point average. Some of Capella's programs may also require the completion of more detailed applications and/or review with a faculty committee.
Many of Capella's students receive financial assistance through their employers or various government programs, including Title IV and the Department of Defense. Many can also qualify for scholarships based on such factors as goals, experiences, and needs. Scholarships include those offered by Capella University as well as by others. To help students understand their complete educational costs and many different financing options, Capella University's enrollment counselors and financial aid specialists are available to assist.
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