To do a job well, you need the right tools. And while it may be second nature to choose the right tools for a home repair project, for example, you may be less familiar with the resources you’ll need when going back to school to earn a college degree.

That’s where choosing the right accredited university for your bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree program can make all the difference. Walden University, a leader in distance education for more than 50 years, fills your learning tool kit with resources like peer mentors, student support services, online learning support, and much more.

You might expect the accredited university to have an online library, but did you know you can receive personalized work-life resources? Discover these and other benefits available to you as a Walden undergraduate or graduate student. And if you’re already earning your degree, you may just discover something new in our resource roundup.

Academic Writing Support

On her YouTube channel RN PRN, Ciara says the complimentary subscription to Microsoft 365 that students receive is one of Walden’s “must-have tools and resources.”¹ Microsoft 365 offers a suite of tools that includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, OneNote, and Microsoft Teams. There’s also support available should you need it.

Ciara, who chose Walden for her online MSN nurse practitioner degree program, says another must-have tool is the premium subscription to Grammarly that students receive at no additional cost when they enroll. This digital proofreading tool helps students improve their writing by checking grammar and spelling, detecting plagiarism, and more.

All students have access to Walden’s world-class Writing Center, where undergraduate and graduate school students find tools to sharpen their writing skills. Offerings include course-specific resources, tools for multilingual students, capstone and dissertation support, and extensive APA resources.

Academic Support You Can Count On

You’ll find a wide array of student success resources at Walden’s Academic Skills Center. There are skills-courses, seminars, and workshops. Walden’s online learning support includes the services of peer mentors, who provide support and guidance to new students.

Walden’s online library is stocked with resources like dissertations, ebooks, and journals. Walden’s Office of Research and Doctoral Services is a valuable benefit for students earning graduate degrees.

Explore Student Support Services

The accredited university takes a holistic approach to supporting working professionals during their online learning experiences.

You’ll find guidance services, like no-cost legal support, financial information, and customized work-life resources, for you and your dependents. There are mental health resources that include three free virtual or in-person counseling sessions. Walden’s wellness focus also extends to topics like self-care, school-life balance, motivation, and resilience.

Walden’s Facebook groups let you connect and network with other students in your online degree program. And when you need help using Walden’s flexible online learning platform, you’re not alone: There’s 24/7 IT support.

Walden students and graduates also have access to the resource-rich Career Planning and Development center. There, you’ll find tools to help you write effective résumés and cover letters, prepare for interviews, explore career options, and expand your professional network.

Build Your Education Plan

Walden University’s education planning tool can guide you through the many options available to learners at all levels and provide you with all the information you need to make decisions about your educational path. Just complete a three-minute quiz that assesses your needs and wants, and then let the tool build out an individualized plan. Walden’s personalized education plan can help you narrow down your degree options and find the program best suited to your individual needs and professional goals. It will also help you explore financial aid options, learn about transferring previously earned credits, understand the application process, and more.

Choose from more than 100 online degree and certificate programs to find the one that fits your career goals. Enrollment Specialists can help you get started on your online learning path where you’ll find resources, tools, and support throughout your educational journey.

Walden University is an accredited institution offering online certificate programs and bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. Expand your career options and earn your degree using a convenient, flexible format that fits your busy life.

¹Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xxc5ZJxGvqY&ab_channel=RNPRN

Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.