Brandman University
Who's the ideal Brandman MyPath™ student?
You'd thrive at Brandman if you:
work full time, have a family, a busy schedule or other commitments that make it difficult for you to adhere to traditional, on-ground university schedule
need a flexible school schedule - some weeks you can study at 10 am, others it's 9 pm (for example)
want to earn an associate degree, a bachelor's degree, or both
want to change careers OR want to get promoted but are getting turned down because you don't have the right credentials
need or want a really strong support system that will include faculty personalizing the assistance they provide, a coach who meets with you weekly to help you stay on track and problem solve when life gets hard, and a One Stop who is there to answer questions on financial aid and other support systems
want to have the flexibility to move at your own pace toward graduation and perhaps choose to reduce time to degree and/or slow down on subjects that might be a struggle
How does this degree program work?
Brandman MyPath™ is a portfolio of fully accredited online degree programs - but not your typical, traditional online programs.
Brandman MyPath™ is project-based, real world learning that focuses on connecting what you're learning in school with your life. That means you spend time showing mastery of skills ("competencies") instead of listening to lectures and taking tests. Expect more projects, more presentations and more papers - but way fewer multiple choice exams. If you don't master a competency on your first try, you can try again with feedback and help from your professor. It's all about learning, no matter if that takes you 4 weeks or 4 months. There are no standard semesters - as soon as you show mastery, you move on to the next competency (and the next one, and the next one) until your payment period ends. Think about it like a Netflix subscription - you pay your tuition and then earn as many competencies as you can.
Because Brandman MyPath™ is so flexible, it can be easy to procrastinate. But that's okay! That's why EduNationU is here. If you pick Brandman MyPath™, EduNationU will match you with a full-time coach who's there to walk with you every step of the way. They'll check in on you weekly, help you set goals, problem solve when you get behind, and encourage you when you feel like giving up. They'll also help you with financial aid, billing, scholarships, technology, and whatever else you might need.
What does it cost?
Tuition at Brandman MyPath™ is $3,200 per 6 month semester (or $6,400 per year). Your coursework, textbooks and study materials are available online and are included in the cost of tuition.You can use federal financial aid to pay tuition, in addition to any employer tuition reimbursement or scholarship funds you might have. Brandman also accepts the GI Bill!
There are just a few extra fees at Brandman - if you need to take an exam for a 2nd or 3rd time, that's $100/exam. When you're ready to graduate, there's a degree conferral fee of $150. Continuation fees of $100/month may apply if you exceed the usual session period; however, if you are continuing to make progress, we’ll recognize that effort. But that's it! No books or rec center fees or other random costs.
What degrees can I earn here?
All degrees are provided by Brandman University through the Brandman MyPath™ program. Brandman is a nonprofit, regionally accredited university.
AA in General Business
BS in Information Technology
BBA in General Business
BBA in Management and Organizational Leadership
BBA in Marketing
BBA in Supply Chain Logistics
BBA in Information Systems Management
MA Organizational Leadership
Does this university accept transfer credits?
They do! Brandman's MyPath™ program will accepts up to 90 credit hours of transfer credits; depending on the applicable degree program. Brandman requires 30 hours be completed at through their institution before receiving a degree from them. Some additional program requirements may limit transfer credits. In general, Brandman provides credit opportunities for prior education, many workplace trainings, certifications, military training and other options.
Do y'all have any scholarships available?
We currently do not have any scholarships available at this time.
What are the requirements to start at this university?
To enroll in Brandman MyPath™, you need to have a high diploma or GED.
In addition, you must either have 12 prior college credit hours with a 2.0 GPA or higher OR you need to pass a simple entrance exam called the McCann (we'll help you with that).
Note: if you know you have any holds on your transcripts from prior universities, let us know when we talk to you!
What are the expectations for students pursuing this degree with EduNationU?
Each of EduNationU's university partners has different support available.
For Brandman MyPath™, you'll have 3 key expectations:
Make regular progress in school.
Meet with your coach every week (to start)
Spend 10-12 hours in the study space (to start) while you're getting used to being in school.
You'll also spend 4 weeks with us in a free trial period before enrolling in college - we'll use that time to help you get emotionally, logistically and academically ready to be in school before you're on the hook for tuition. You'll learn more about this period (called "Academic Onboarding") when you meet with us in person!
When can I start?
We have three opportunities for you to join EduNationU and attend Brandman University in 2020.
October 26, 2020
January 11, 2021
March 8, 2021
These dates are when the 4 week, free trial period ("Academic Onboarding") begins.