Walden University is a private, for-profit university offering several doctoral, graduate, and undergraduate degrees in the fields of education, leadership, management, technology, health sciences, social sciences, and behavioral sciences. According to the magazine “Diverse: Issues in Higher Education,” Walden is one of the top 15 universities in the United States with regard to graduating minority master’s and doctoral students. Courses are held exclusively online; Walden does not own a network of physical campuses.
Key Statistics
• Founded – 1970
• Type – Private
• Undergraduate students Fall 2009 – 5,597
• Graduate/professional students Fall 2009 – 35,117
• Average class size - 27
• Application fee - $50
• 2009 - 2010 Tuition and Fees - $12,140 undergraduate, $15,040 graduate
Top Degrees Offered
Students can obtain a Walden University degree in a variety of areas. Top degrees include Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in several fields, Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.), Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Specialist (E.S.), 17 Master of Science degrees in various program areas, Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), teacher/principal preparation programs, and 15 different Bachelor of Science degrees. According to the May 2010 issue of U.S. News & World Report, Walden University hold’s the nation’s third largest online graduate management program.
Accreditation
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. The M.S. in Mental Health Counseling, M.S. in Nursing, and B.S. in Nursing have received specialized accreditations based on program requirements.
Famous Alumni
Notable Walden University alumni include Dr. Thomas A. Thiele, Mark Lewandowski, Dennis Morrow, Frieda Cooney, Andrea Edmundson, Kenya Kwame Cook, and Theresa Beeton.
