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I am a current student in the Georgia State University Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program, and I can honestly say this has been the worst academic experience I’ve had in higher education. The number one issue is disorganization. The program feels completely uncoordinated, and the administration and faculty do not seem to communicate effectively. Emails often go unanswered, or take far too long for a response. I have even been outright ignored by the clinical liaison. Registration for class is... Read More an issue every single semester. Speaking of coursework, I find the program to be unnecessarily difficult in ways that don’t support actual learning. Many instructors do not seem to know how to write exams that test material fairly or in a way that reinforces understanding. Out of all my courses, I can say I only had about two instructors who were truly good. The rest of the teaching felt inconsistent and ineffective. I know what rigorous, well-designed programs look like. The problem here is poor leadership and poorly managed instruction. I would not recommend this school. They need to throw it away and try again. This campus also feels unsafe and is mixed in with the homeless.

I am a mother with 5 kids and a full time job. Going back to school is necessary and daunting. Wearing all those hats is overwhelming. I have been at Chamberlain over a month now and the admission process was wonderful. Plenty of things were a bit frustrating when it comes to applying. I expected it to be much more tedious, but the admissions people made things simple. And responses were very quick. I expected to wait weeks and I heard back in just a few days. In courses...Classwork is challenging,... Read More but reasonable in the amount. I also do not feel like I wait too long to get scores back and comments/feedback on work has been VERY helpful in making sure I was on the correct path. The orientation process is a bit tedious, but I feel like I am up to speed and ready to take on more challenging course work thanks to all the introductory things. I know where to get more help if I need it, but I come into this feeling concerned and now feel prepared. I would recommend Chamberlain to people who have a busy life and need time to work at their pace and time. It's made going back to school easy for me.

I think it’s important for incoming student to the MSN program know that because of how the school treats student and preceptors… instituting and changing rules retrospectively, they’ve alienated many preceptors. Students are responsible for finding and securing their own preceptors for their clinicals. This is a difficult task as it is. But when the admin starts taking away student hours and making providers donate extra time because the program wasn’t clear in its requirements… those preceptors... Read More either bail on the clinical, leaving the student high and dry mid semester or they refuse to take on anymore SAU students. The classes themselves aren’t bad, if you are motivated to learn. Many student exert little effort and get passed along to the next class because they only make money if student are paying classes. Unfortunately the school has alienated providers and who then blacklist SAU from working with their providers. Be warned if you are in a nurse practitioner program you may not find any preceptors for your clinicals because of how the school treats them.

Capella University is a transformative institution that empowers professionals to pursue their educational dreams while juggling their careers and families. As a healthcare professional who embarked on two master's degree programs with Capella—an MSN in Nursing Education and an MSN in Leadership and Administration—I can attest to the extraordinary experience it offers. Capella's support and flexibility have inspired me to chart my educational path towards an MBA in Healthcare Management and a Doctorate,... Read More making me more convinced than ever that Capella is the ideal university for working professionals.

What truly sets Capella apart is its innovative FlexPath learning model. As a father and full-time healthcare provider, finding the time to balance work, family, and education seemed impossible—until I found Capella. The FlexPath option, with its unique flexibility and personalized pace, allowed me to pursue my degrees without compromising the quality of my education or family life. This model is a game-changer for any parent or working professional, offering a pathway to success that many traditional universities cannot match.

At Capella, the faculty and staff are not just educators but mentors deeply invested in your success. Their unwavering support, empathy, and respect make you feel valued and understood throughout your journey. Capella's programs are designed with rigor and excellence, setting high standards that ensure the quality of your degrees. You don't just receive a diploma—you earn it through dedication, hard work, and commitment. But you're never alone in this journey. The compassionate and diligent faculty provide expert guidance, ensuring you're well-prepared for real-world application of the knowledge you gain.

Capella's prestige and credibility are further bolstered by its partnership with New York-Presbyterian Columbia Irving Medical Center (NYPH), one of the most esteemed healthcare institutions in the country. The fact that NYPH offers preceptorships and practice placements for Capella graduates instilled a deep confidence in the programs I was pursuing. The alignment of an institution of NYPH's caliber with Capella speaks volumes about the university's commitment to producing competent, well-prepared professionals ready to impact the healthcare industry significantly.

As I continue pursuing my MBA in Healthcare Management and plan for a Doctorate, I am sure that Capella is setting me up for success in both civilian and professional life. Capella ensures that its graduates are academically prepared and respected in the industry. The flexibility, academic rigor, and unmatched support Capella offers are why I tell my coworkers, family, and friends about the incredible experience I have had here.

Capella University is ideal for those looking to balance school, work, and family life. It offers the flexibility, respect, and rigorous education needed to thrive in a competitive and fast-paced world. Whether you want to pursue a master's, an MBA, or even a doctorate, Capella gives you the tools to succeed. I have no complaints, only deep gratitude for the opportunities Capella has provided me and my family.

This is based on my personal experience.
I also received good feedback from my peers, both civilian and military, so I chose Capella. Everything is about the experience.

Aspen University has allowed me to pursue my lifelong journey of education in nursing by enabling me to complete online courses at a time that worked for me to obtain my MSN in administration and leadership. An MSN was a benchmark for excellence and my personal growth, as I can now pursue other jobs that value my competence. My practicum and capstone experience faculty members challenged me to be the change agent, step outside my comfort zone, and use the skills and knowledge acquired to create innovations... Read More for our practice and someday transfer this wisdom by mentoring others. The cost allowed me to obtain my MSN where other schools would not have been an option at my stage in my career; Aspen provided an affordable payment plan! Aspen prepares the grad nurses of the future.

I did not have many issues with Purdue Global until it came to my last round of clinical rotations. I had submitted my preceptor and site back in august and all of a sudden in april the site stated the i was not allowed to do clinicals in washington state, which I had been doing and my clinical advisor had not mentioned this being an issue. Long story short, there was a lot of false promises made by the associate dean of the school of nursing to me and it ended up leading to me having to find another... Read More preceptor and clinical location last minute, almost forcing me to postpone my final round of clinicals for another term. The lack of organization and professionalism on purdue's end was eye opening and changed my opinion on the university to the negative.

I was stuck in between choosing two different schools for my FNP. I chose Chamberlain because they made it sound so great by saying courses are only 8 weeks long and they help with practicum placement. I am half way thru the schooling, and feel like I have learnt much of nothing. The professors all grade APA format differently so what one says is ok the next may take points off and say its not. I am to the part of the program to find a practicum site, and no help there. They send a link for you to... Read More click on and watch a prerecorded video of the things you obviously have tried already and failed. Then when you call ELC for help, they scrutinize you as if you're not working hard enough to secure a site. I did not get my bachelor's from here and im ecstatic about that, but I wish I would have contined at the university I did receive my bachelor's thru. If you're a person that doesn't care about actually learning, then this is the place to be. Otherwise.....RUN! I feel ripped off as if I threw my money away, and its too late transfer because other schools will only take a certain amount of your credits as transfer.