Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation is a mark of quality. Walden has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1990.

Being accredited by the HLC validates that our institution lives its mission, operates with integrity, offers programs that focus on student learning, hires faculty that are academically qualified, and provides the resources and support necessary for our students to succeed. The Tempo Learning® platform is approved by HLC for each program where it is offered. Walden has also earned a number of programmatic accreditations from the following organizations:

• Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
• Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
• Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)
• Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

Programmatic accreditation will help ensure a high-quality learning experience that meets rigorous accreditation standards set for a specific field, discipline, or profession.

Walden University is highly respected among students, graduates, and others in the academic community as a reputable online university.

Consider the following results of Walden’s 2022 Student and Alumni Surveys:

• Nearly nine out of 10 Walden students who responded to our survey are satisfied or very satisfied with Walden. In addition, more than eight out of 10 (84%) Walden student respondents said they were likely or very likely to recommend Walden to others.
• More than eight out of 10 (85%) alumni survey respondents report that the Walden curriculum was relevant to their work.
• Eight out of 10 (81%) alumni survey respondents said their Walden degree enhanced their professional competence.

Yes. Since 1970, Walden has supported working professionals in achieving their academic goals, initially through distance education and later online. Our flexible online learning environment features an accessible platform that lets you log in when it’s convenient for you, from wherever you are in the world. Walden curricula also include interactive multimedia simulations woven into a number of programs. An accredited university, Walden has further distinguished itself as being the sixth institution approved by the U.S. government to offer direct assessment competency-based education, via Tempo Learning®. The university has won a total of six Effective Practice Awards (2016–2019) from the Online Learning Consortium, recognizing “efforts that help make quality online education accessible … for anyone, anywhere, at any time.” And in May 2023, the U.S. Distance Learning Association (USDLA) recognized Walden with silver awards in three categories: innovation, research, and training. The award-winning initiatives are Doctoral Degree Coach®; research into inclusive online learning models; and faculty orientation, training, development, and support. According to USDLA, the awards were created “to acknowledge major accomplishments in distance learning and to highlight those distance learning instructors, programs, and professionals who have achieved and demonstrated extraordinary achievements."

At Walden University, we take pride in our supportive environment and in our wide range of resources designed to help students succeed. When you enroll with us, you’re never alone. We’re dedicated to making sure you have everything you need to earn your degree and achieve your life and career goals. Walden’s student support services include Enrollment Specialists, financial aid team, and Academic Advisors), a career planning and development center, technical assistance, disability services, an online library, research support, an academic skills center, doctoral peer mentoring, and a writing center.

Yes, you can transfer credits from other institutions to Walden. Speak to an Enrollment Specialist for a free transfer-of-credit evaluation by calling 1-866-492-5336 or one of our international toll-free phone numbers for students outside the United States.

For transfer of credit into undergraduate programs,* you must have earned credit:

• At any time in the past, with the exception of selected technology courses.
• With a posted grade of a C (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher.
• That aligns with applicable program or degree requirements.

For transfer of credit into graduate programs,* you must have earned credit:

• Within 10 years of enrolling in your Walden program.
• With a posted grade of a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher.
• That aligns with applicable program or degree requirements.

*There may be additional program-specific transfer of credit criteria. Students should check the Walden University catalog for program-specific transfer-of-credit requirements and restrictions.

Applying for federal financial assistance is a two-part process consisting of (1) completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) and notification of eligibility, and (2) acceptance of the financial aid offer and completion of the Master Promissory Note (MPN) and entrance counseling. This process takes approximately two to four weeks, from the initial application through the receipt of funds. New students are strongly encouraged to complete the FAFSA at the same time they are applying for admission. Continuing students are required to complete a renewal FAFSA for each award year they are enrolled. A good practice is to complete the renewal FAFSA when it becomes available in October, but at least eight weeks prior to each award year renewal date.

FAFSA^® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Education.

To receive any Federal Student Aid offerings administered through Walden University’s Office of Financial Aid, you must meet all of the following criteria:

• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
• Have a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent, such as a General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or have completed a high school education in an approved homeschool setting
• Enroll in an eligible program as a regular student seeking a degree or graduate certificate
• Enroll at least half time to be eligible for Direct Loan program funds
• Have a valid Social Security number (with the exception of students from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau)
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress (SAP) standards, as outlined in Walden's financial aid policy
• Not be in default on a federal student loan and not owe money (overpayment) on a federal student grant
• Not exceed the lifetime aggregate or annual loan limits without documentation that the debt has been reaffirmed