Walden University, Private online university in Minneapolis, United States.
Walden University is an online institution in Minneapolis that grants degrees from undergraduate through doctoral levels in fields such as health, education, business, and psychology. The programs are designed mainly for working adults who balance their studies with professional responsibilities.
Bernie and Rita Turner established the institution in 1970 in New York to open doctoral study opportunities for working professionals. The headquarters moved to Minneapolis in later years.
The institution leads in granting doctorates to Black students, with 1,383 Black doctoral recipients between 2016 and 2020, marking the highest number among US universities.
Enrollment takes place several times during the year, and credits from previous studies can often be transferred. Financial assistance is available, with undergraduate programs averaging around 20,500 dollars annually.
Between 2016 and 2020, the institution conferred 1,383 doctoral degrees on Black students, the highest count among all universities in the United States. Today it serves more than 48,000 students through its digital Tempo Learning platform.
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