What is the University of Phoenix known for?

The University of Phoenix is known for offering a large chunk of its courses in online form. The institute offers over 100+ online degree programs across a number of popular streams such as: Business Administration, Engineering, Healthcare, IT & more. The institute is also accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) for 45+ years & its graduates are known to receive job offers from some popular, private & government organizations including Amazon, US Army, T-Mobile, AT&T, & the US Navy among others.

What is the University of Phoenix scandal?

According to the Federal Trade Commission, the University of Phoenix was found to have relied on deceptive advertising, falsely claiming to have a recruitment network comprising of organizations such as Adobe, Microsoft, Twitter (now X) & Yahoo, to attract students. The institute's claims of having a curriculum designed to land jobs in the above mentioned organizations were also found to be false & the institute was charged with a settlement of millions of dollars as a result.

How hard is it to get into University of Phoenix?

The University of Phoenix has an 100% acceptance rate, suggesting it is not selective at all, at granting admissions to students. Therefore, securing a seat there can be considered relatively easier than doing so at some other institutions. However, prospective candidates must still perform well in academics as well as entrance exams to have the best chances of admissions, since the institute receives thousands of applications for a few hundred seats.

What GPA is required for admission at University of Phoenix?

Prospective students must maintain a CGPA of 2.5. on a 4.0. scale on their bachelor's (or comparable UG) degree posted transcript for those looking at admission to postgraduate courses. Undergraduate students must secure good marks in their high school & 12th standard mark-sheets & must satisfy the university's language requirements to secure a seat at UOPX.

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Q: What is the University of Phoenix ranked in the world?

An unofficial university ranking platform, ranks it #1704 as part of its the latest Global Universities Rankings 2025. The same source also ranks the institute #415 among all higher educational institutions in the United States. Another unofficial source, ranks it #89 as part of the Healthcare Management category & #331 for Psychology. Shiksha ranks it #315 as part of the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings , placing it among the prominent institutions in the country.

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University of Phoenix is a leading provider of online courses, offering a wide range of programs designed to enhance professional skills and knowledge. With years of experience in the industry, University of Phoenix has established a reputation for delivering high-quality, online training. Their courses cater to diverse learners and are delivered through various formats to suit different learning styles. Students benefit from hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. University of Phoenix`s team of experienced instructors brings industry expertise to the classroom, preparing students for success in their chosen fields. With a high satisfaction rate among past participants, University of Phoenix remains a trusted choice for individuals seeking to advance their careers through targeted education.

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The total cost to study at University of Phoenix include tuition fees, insurance, transportation, hostel fees, and more. Cost of attendance is the key factor while choosing University of Phoenix to pursue the higher education. University of Phoenix total fees covers the tuition fee and other general cost that Indian students will incur during your course duration at the university. Apart from tuition fee, Indian students will also have to pay for housing, food and grocery, transportation, books, supplies, among others at University of Phoenix.

Courses	Tuition Range	Insurance Range	Transportation Range	Hostel Range
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 8,61,973	-	-	INR 7,01,165
MBA/PGDM	INR 15,58,987	-	-	-
MS	INR 16,00,587	-	-	-

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Q: What is the average annual cost of University of Phoenix?

The average annual costs of studies at the University of Phoenix varies with the level of the course being pursued & the standard of lifestyle students opt for.

As per the latest cost of attendance data made available by the university, the estimated cost of attendance (2024/25 session) for UG students stands at around INR 17.5 L, while that of PG students is around INR 25.31 L.

These are only estimated figures & actual costs may vary.

Q: What is the rank of the University of Phoenix?

The University of Phoenix ranks highly as part of the latest country-level & global university & course-specific rankings given by some popular ranking platforms.

Shiksha Popularity Rankings gives it a country-level rank of #315, while another major university ranking publication ranks it #331-400 in its the latest National Universities Rankings.

Another major publication ranks it #415 in the United States & #1704 worldwide in its University Rankings 2025.

Q: What is the University of Phoenix ranked in the world?

An unofficial university ranking platform, ranks it #1704 as part of its the latest Global Universities Rankings 2025. The same source also ranks the institute #415 among all higher educational institutions in the United States.

Another unofficial source, ranks it #89 as part of the Healthcare Management category & #331 for Psychology.

Shiksha ranks it #315 as part of the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings, placing it among the prominent institutions in the country.

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Does the University of Phoenix help with job placement?

Answered 9 months ago

Yes, the university maintains a number of student & career support facilities as part of the university campus. Students are provided access to a number of placement resources including: Career Navigator tool, Career Explorer, Job Explorer & more.

The institute also provides 1:1 career advisory meet

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Is the University of Phoenix closing?

Answered 9 months ago

The University of Phoenix is not closing, however, it is phasing out all its physical campuses to remote learning. The reason being, a majority of the university's students prefer remote learning to off-line mode. The institute is planning to phase out all its campuses, once all the students enrolle

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What is the risk-free period at the University of Phoenix?

Answered 9 months ago

The University of Phoenix offers a risk-free period programme to eligible students that gives them around three weeks to try out the university experience as part of their first credit based course, free of cost & without any debt.

The institute also refrains from including mandatory arbitration clau

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Which is better: University of Phoenix or Regis University?

Answered 9 months ago

University of Phoenix & Regis University are two of the most prominent higher educational institutions in the United States, & are very much popular among international students for maintaining a quality standard of education & doing so at affordable costs.

Mentioned below is a comparison between the

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What is the success rate of the University of Phoenix?

Answered 9 months ago

As per data curated from an unofficial source, the University of Phoenix has an overall graduate rate of around 59%.

The adult learner portion has performed better than the national average, at a rate of 43%, while the traditional first-time students have graduated below the national average, at a r

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