Walden University

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Summary

Walden University is a proprietary institution. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,741 and its setting is urban. It utilizes a continuous-based academic calendar. Its tuition and fees are $12,810 (2011-12).

School mission and unique qualities (as provided by the school):

For more than 40 years, Walden University has supported working professionals in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and their communities. Today, more than 48,500 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries are pursuing their bachelor's, master's or doctoral degrees online at Walden. The university provides students with an engaging online educational experience that connects them with expert faculty and peers around the world. Walden offers more than 65 degree programs with more than 330 specializations and concentrations. Areas of study include health sciences, counseling, human services, management, psychology, education, public health, nursing, public administration and information technology. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. Walden focuses on the professional needs of adult learners by offering programs that explore real-world issues, with courses designed by subject matter experts. Students gain the critical-thinking, leadership, and communication skills they need to compete in the global marketplace and to influence the workforce. At Walden, technology helps to enhance students' learning and to provide greater access to education. Online classrooms allow students to engage with peers from any location, and 24-hour student support is available. Faculty members receive specialized training to help create a collaborative environment and give each student personalized attention. Walden also uses technology to better address the needs of its students. Services include a fully digital library and a career center with practical online tools.

General Information

School type	proprietary, coed college
Year founded	N/A
Religious affiliation	N/A
Academic calendar	continuous
Setting	urban
2011 Endowment	N/A

Applying

When applying to Walden University, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. The application fee at Walden University is $50. It is less selective, with an acceptance rate of 96.0 percent.

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Selectivity	less selective
Fall 2011 acceptance rate	96.0%
Application deadline	rolling
SAT/ACT scores must be received by	N/A

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Academic Life

The most popular majors at Walden University include: Business Administration and Management, General; Psychology, General; Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse; Human Development and Family Studies, General; and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 80.0 percent.

Class sizes	N/A
Student-faculty ratio	N/A 4
4-year graduation rate	N/A
Five most popular majors for 2011 graduates
Business Administration and Management, General 37% Psychology, General 28% Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 17% Human Development and Family Studies, General 9% Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 6%

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Student Life

Walden University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,741, with a gender distribution of 25.0 percent male students and 75.0 percent female students.

Total enrollment	48,982
Student gender distribution
Undergraduate men who are members of a fraternity	N/A
Undergraduate women who are members of a sorority	N/A
Collegiate athletic association	N/A

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Campus Info & Services

Walden University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring.

Students who have cars on campus	N/A
Health insurance offered	No
Students required to own/lease a computer	Yes

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Paying for School

At Walden University, 87.6 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $4,826.

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Tuition and fees	$12,810 (2011-12)
Room and board	N/A
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* Overview details based on 2011 data