Keller Graduate School

I received my B.S from DeVry with very few issues or concerns, as the degree was paid for in full by the G.I. Bill. I stayed with the institution for my Graduate education because I knew I would get some credits transferred. Unfortunately, I struggled in two online courses that I pretty much was forced to teach myself. Both were math courses. I waited until they were my final two courses required to graduate, and I needed to retake them. The Dean approved me retaking the courses. The week the classes began, headquarters sent me a dismissal email because my GPA fell below 3.0. They allow 3 retakes of every course. This is their policy in student handbook. They did not allow me, a pretty good and faithful student, to do all I could to succeed. Everyone learns different, especially when they have to teach themselves, and the school offers little to no tutoring in person. Allowing me my right to retake the courses just meant more money for them, and they still denied me after initially saying yes in writing. Well...I have a lawyer now! I was forced to go to another for-profit school to finish what I started, and they did not take most of my credits. I started my Grad degree from scratch. This is absurd! What would have been $50,000 in student loans became $100,000 plus interest. Still, I am two classes short of completing my Master's as we speak, but I have run out of financial aid. What a waste of life having to retake the same classes at another for-profit. Honestly, they're all rip-offs. Also, my Bachelor degree from these jokers impress absolutely no one. I am truly ashamed. Take heed! PETITION: https://www.change.org/p/u-s-governors-it-s-time-for-profit-universities-pay-up-for-their-students?recruiter=31248970&utm_source=share_for_starters&utm_medium=copyLink

You get out of it what you put into it. I finished my MBA in 2010 (Human Resources and Organizational Development), and the experience was decent. For the record, I think I only took one class online, the rest were all classroom. instructors were for the most part pretty good, with a couple being really good. Keller is what it is, which is a for profit school. If you want to spend your $40k or $50k and buy an MBA, you certainly will be able to do so. For the most part, the course work requirements are on par with what I've experienced in community college level classes, and you will get passed through if you put in minimal effort. If you're really willing to go above and beyond what is required, and put in extra effort in the readings and assignments you will actually learn something. I was fortunate in that I had a number of working professionals in my classes with me, so classroom discussions tended to be pretty lively and enjoyable. Online threaded discussions were predictable, and many students only did the bare minimum (three) to get credit, but they got A's for that work. I know people who have tried to switch fields based on their Keller MBA and have been unsuccessful (you are going to find a large number of employers out there who will round-file resumes with "online degrees" if there isn't a significant amount of work history to go along with the paper) but if you have a good work history, and your MBA adds to that skillset in some way, it might work for you.

PROS: 1.) They utilize instructors that have time out in the field doing what they are teaching. An added value to this is that instructor may have specific experience in an area you have interest so you have access to his knowledge. 2.) They are partnering with businesses to employ their grads. Plus they have invested in career assistance. There were a number of career fares and seminars on campus while I was attending. 3.) They concentrate their degrees in fields that are in demand in the corporate world, meaning that their degrees offered by the consortium of schools are aimed at business, technology, nursing, etc. 4.) They are accredited. CONS: 1.) The for-profit stigma. They aim to make a profit but when you think about it what university can stay in service without making money to pay instructors and staff. Some of these state universities depend on state support, i.e. your tax dollars. 2.) Need to further develop their alumnus network. They should offer students and alumnus investment opportunities (other than just degrees). 3.) They are a little bit pricey.

Keller is a decent school but if I had had the choice, I would have gone to a state university. I recently graduated with my MBA and was a little disappointed when I got an e-mail letting me know I had additional funds available that would only be dispersed with my written consent since I had graduated. What the e-mail did not tell me is that the funds also covered tuition for my last several classes. The end result is I declined the tuition only to get a phone call that I owed over a grand to Keller. Funny how they send me e-mails when I have funds coming to me but call when I owe them money. To say the e-mail was misleading is an understatement. The instructors for the most part know their stuff and either work or have worked in the fields they teach. I did have one instructor that was horrendous, though, that really made me evaluate if I wanted to continue pursuing my degree through Keller. I ultimately chose to continue, but in hindsight I really wish I had demanded to retake the course. Fortunately, Keller gives each student the ability to evaluate the professor at the end of the course. Some professors that teach on campus will give the students time in class to complete the survey, but my advice is to compete the survey AFTER the course itself is complete. There is nothing worse than giving an instructor a great score only to be disappointed before the end of the course. I have taken both campus courses and online courses and found that the campus courses are easier, as the instructors only test on what they have personally covered in class. Online tests and quizzes can be challenging since anything in the text can be testable.

Overall, I have to say that this school has been a great experience. I understand that the school is for-profit and has a negative stigma due having lower admission standards and high cost. I attend Keller both on campus and online, and I have to admit that the professors at this school know their stuff. DeVry/Keller hires professors who are not just teaching theory as their full-time job. Keller specifically searches for professors who are "currently" working in the fields that they teach utilizing extensive real world value and applications. On the flip side, if it weren't for my military education benefits, I would not attend this school only because it is very expensive and because of the for-profit stigma. However, if the cost is not as much of a concern, then I would recommend it. I would not recommend this school for someone directly out of high school. This school is designed to work around the schedules of busy, working-class adults.

I decided to go back to school to get my masters simply because I wanted to learn more. I already have my PMP and I wanted to make sure that I attended a school was accredited in the project management field. I looked around locally for schools in my state and none had graduate degrees in project management. Most do not have undergraduate degrees in project management either. They have classes in project management, but I don't need a class. The other thing that I like about Keller is that my online classes are really online. I have a coworker that attends a state school online but it's not really online. She has to take half day vacation to travel to where her school is located to take a test or spend $70 at a testing center. She has taken one teacher (twice) that doesn't really get the concept of online teaching because he gives long homework assignments after 5:00 that are due the next day - (basically no Syllabus for working adults that need to manage their time wisely). The lectures are set a specific time and not recorded for later use. Her tuition is cheaper, but by the time you add in all of the fees and the promise from the state government that college tuition costs will increase as they have done every single semester since she started, she will be paying the same as I what I pay at a set rate. She is also getting a graduate degree in a field that she really isn't working and doesn't plan to work in. The reason why I am saying this is because I see a lot of people talk about the cost at Keller, but they aren't taking into the account the whims of state governments controlling the costs. As well, I like having teachers that have worked outside of academia because as a working adult I can relate to them. I have learned a lot at Keller because I made an adult choice to go back to school for myself. I work hard on every paper (which there are lot of them due in every class) and presentation. I read my texts constantly and participate in the discussions. I have not been given anything. I work for it.

I am of the firm belief - what you get out of an education, is what you put into it. This goes for any college as long as it is regionally accredited which DeVry is. What makes the clock tick is the experience you bring to the table. Bottom line up front, Keller Graduate School of Management offers an awesome MBA program that is perfect for working adults in certain situations. In my situation, I was getting out of the military and was in the process of moving to a different state but wanted to attend most classes in person not exclusively on-line. With DeVry being nationwide for the most part, I was able to move in the middle of my program without losing any credits. To me, not retaking many of my classes was more important than saying I went to a State School- which I don’t condemn by no means but want to encourage those who are attending DeVry to stay in the fight and ignore the wet blankets who continue to bash a regionally accredited institution with a snobbish connotation. This MBA has opened my eyes tremendously as it pertains to business - by the way, it’s the same material used by other universities. Principles that are taught do not change – it’s the same principle coming from a DeVry, Keller Graduate School of Management Professor as it is coming from the professor at University of ???? It’s what you put in it – keep going and achieve your dreams!

I have a healthy question. In you all's opinions, will a person's resume go in the shredder in most cases if they have an MBA for DeVry, Keller Graduate School of Management. As a student, I have learned a lot due to putting in the effort. In my mind, what you learned in theory aligned with a good work ethic is what is important to an employer. Since regional accrediting, which Devry has, is what is given to all top tier schools - I figured DeVry would be seen as a reputable institution. If not, could someone explain why? Just a healthy and honest question..........

The company I worked for partnered with Keller in the form of a 10% discount on tuition. After completing my MBA in December of 2012, my position was eliminated in a downsizing in October of 2013 after 23 years of service. As of October 2015 I am still unemployed and I've had only 2 interviews for management positions during this time. Perhaps it is because I'm a 52 year old white male, I'm starting to feel like I don't fit into the diversity demographics that companies are looking for, along with a degree that seems to be of dubious value.

This school is a joke!!! They charge entirely too much for tuition (in and out of state), financial aid department really likes to screw around with people award packages but I see they make sure they get their money off top first and then loves to turn around to say, "sorry but you will not be getting a refund this semester due to the number of classes you are taking." What? I've been taking the same amount of classes with no issue. When they see you are about to get a large refund of your on freaking money they snatch it and come up with an excuse as to why you can't get. What a joke for a school. I will not be recommending this so called school to anyone that I know. I will actually do the opposite and recommend that they not ever attend followed by my long list of negative experiences.

Went to CUNY for bachlors. Went to keller for grad school. Worst decission ever. tuition is expensive for no reason. Doesnt help find employment for students.

I have went to a brick and barter school and had my reservations. I have found Keller Graduate school of Management to be a good experience. During my time there I went to school on Campus and also online. I have found both to be a good experience. I liked the online better. This allowed me the opportunity get up early in then morning and study, and take test. I have found the support to be exceptional, even after graduating they are still reaching out making sure that I am pursuing my field of study.

I earned my MBA at Keller and found it to be an excellent option for myself. If you travel a lot for business you can earn it while on the road since it is online based. It's great to have class members who are mostly already seasoned professionals from throughout the world. You get different perspectives because the classmates come from a variety of industries.

Keller Graduate School is an outstanding college for online students. I have been going to Keller for a little over a year now and I have found that the instructors are very knowledgeable. If you reach out to them in email they will respond with great "real world" advice. I have had nothing short of an amazing experience with this college and DeVry University. There are some teachers who seem to take a class of in the discussions but I have only had one bad experience during my entire time in school. Even then it wasn't that bad. After I brought the issue up to the Professor they corrected the issue immediately. I do mean immediately. After all, they are getting paid and they do get surveys on their performance. Overall great experience and I would not have picked any other school to go to. Yes, I am a real student.... ;p

I wasn't sure I wanted to keep going after my bachelors degree, but I decided to give it a shot. The registration, financing, and attendance were no trouble at all. All my classes were on line and enabled me to work full time. I was even able to take a vacation and still take my finals and turn in my papers. The professors and staff helped me learn much more than I thought I could and that is how I will become successful. Very pleased with the experience, but I am glad I am done.

This is an excellent school which I am currently enrolled in for my MBA. It is the same curriculum you would have at many top B schools at a fraction of the cost. In addition to the obvious benefits of online education on your schedule (for working professionals) there is also an opportunity for networking with students from multiple states and industries. This networking opportunity can be invaluable since you are getting perspectives and potential job opportunities from each other.

Overall a great experience. I was already midcareer. After I finished my MBA I got a promotion at work, so I really can’t complain. I took most of my classes online while working full time.

They do not care about the student when it comes to financial aid distribution. I counted on my disbursement to live and study, and have not received it. But they took there tuition out. They just don't care about the student.

Keller and their parent DeVry, have both been very good expierences for me. I have attended several different schools through my life such as community college, state college, and trade schools so I feel that I can acurately judge the quality of my education. Both schools have friendly, knowledagable and accessible staff that I can call or email at any time. The professors are all professionals with high level degrees and actually working experience in their specialty field. It took me two and half years of continous hard work to receive my degree. When I started looking to go back to school, I looked into several colleges and found that it would take me six to eight years to finish the same degree. As a husband, a father, and full-time employee, every day counts. I highly recommend both Keller and DeVry for anyone who doesn't have time to waste.

I earned a BS degree a long time ago, and decided to work toward an MPA with an emphasis in non-profit organizations. I was so amazed at how attentive and caring the entire staff is in Henderson, NV. I spent a lot of time trying to learn as much as possible, and this is key. This school is great, and if you are mature enough to want to learn and not be dragged along, it's going to be a fabulous experience! There is help available from the teachers, along with caring staff always ready to jump in at any time with any issues that you might encounter. Thinking I will go for a second Master's Degree when I complete this one!

Stay away from this school. Their admin is pathetic. Their instructors are non-responsive. The only people who respond are the survey folks, and they won't leave you alone. I have had multiple issues. I've been registered for classes I didn't ask for. I've been billed directly when there was student aid. I've been sent bills when the bill has already been paid. I was in a course where the instru...ctor didn't say anything for 3 weeks (in an 8 week course.) I've had instructors take 4 weeks to grade homework or respond to questions (again, an 8 week course.) Most recently I was told I would have an e-book for a class, but lo-and-behold, when class started only hard-copies are available. Thus I have to wait for the bookstore to ship the books (I'm an online student). I get to start the class a week behind because these people don't know what they are doing.

The student has no say, if you need to have a grade reviewed.They will always rule against the student. The graduate level instructors are knowledgeable, but they communicate poorly, and show no assistance to the student. They need to take more of a no- to - low stress approach to teaching the Terminal Course Objectives. The instructors just stay in there small window and most do not reachout to assist the student or offer encouragement. There first commercial," we're with you every step of the way, was a lie." And how there current commercial, they try to create and illusion, of success, but it's just an illusion. Paldine has to go (CEO)

I have attended this school for a couple years now. I started with them back in March of 2007 with a Master in Information System Management degree plan. I did this degree 100% online. The shell associated with the online degree process is quite impressive, and very stable. I will say one thing about this online program, and any other online program, you get out of it what you put into it. I know people who went through this book without reading a single page of text, and only cracked the binding to take the open book tests. I, myself, did all of the reading, put extra effort into the assignments, and feel that the quality of education that I received was very good. I completed my first Master degree in June of 2010, and followed up with a MBA. This degree was done onsite (I work in IT, so MISM was easy, MBA was all new material). The onsite courses where, in my opinion, MUCH easier than the online courses. Having a professor simply tell you everything that was in the reading before you actually go back and read it makes understanding what you are reading much easier. The teaching staff can be hit and miss both onsite and online. I have had professors that merely go through the motions and collect their pay, and then I have had professors that are really in it to see a student succeed, and the pay is merely a nice bonus. Their degree programs are all regionally accredited, so they transfer to any state university should you want to go any further. I am about to start my doctoral program in the spring, and had absolutely no problems with NCU accepting my degrees from Keller. I will say one thing about their pricing... Wow... EXPENSIVE! Their course costs could be a bit cheaper, as they cost more than most state universities, but one must remember that they are a private university.

I went to Keller initially to earn my master's degree in accounting. It's a very expensive school but generally I was satisfied till the point I completed all requirements for a graduate certificate and decided to get one. My last class was in October, 2008. I filled out the form and started waiting for my certificate. In February, 2009 I contacted the center with the question: where is my certificate. I was told I should have got it in mail. No, I did not get it. So I filled out the form again, they checked my home address. Another 3 months- nothing. It's February 2010 and I still have not got the certificate. When I was calling the school I was referred to the center where I was registered, where I filled the forms 4 times and where they don't know anything about how to follow up and be professional. The worst staff ever!

The new campus that just opened in Palmdale, California is outstanding. The enrollment process was very professional. All department personnel were very knowledgeable and experienced. Support appears to be very accessible. I like the fact that there are online and classroom courses combined. I look forward to a wonderful learning experience at Keller.

I agree 'CPA in TX' who wrote 'It's up to you how you want to suceed and prepare for a career.' at DeVry Comments Broads. I have finished my MBA and Grad. Cert. in Acct. on 2008 at Keller. All courses are accredited in California Board of Accountancy. now I am preparing my CPA tests and I wish to pass all CPA exams before 2011 I pretty sure I still have no idea the way to be professional if I didn't join the Keller party. I was graduated at cal poly pomona in chemistry on 2007. During my bachelor life, I did often got frustrated cause no professors care the students' career and their future. I still have not any ideas about my field of career after my graduate ceremony. meanwhile, I was often scared and afraid i can't graduate cause school grad. requirements have changed without notice. their registration stuffs only worried their students that they can't graduate cause they don't have this and don't have that. I don't think that it can make any professional students in this kind of damn environment. conversely, Keller is good school to give their students a confident to be professional in some industries and fields. In the first day I came to this school, I got a lot of ads which they focus on Becker + Keller. It means their program 100% accredited to CPA board and its tests. And this is the first day I plan to be professional in accountancy. During 2008 at Keller, I concentrated to be professional in the field of accountancy, MBA + CPA. Now I work in a investment company of accountancy department, and name a title 'MBA' on my name card. I don't say that I got a good job after grad. in Keller; I still haven't got a CPA firm job at this moment, but I believe myself that I will get a CPA job in the future. I believe I will get into one of 4 big firms when I pass all 4 CPA exams. as 'CPA in TX' wrote 'It's up to you how you want to succeed and prepare for a career.' I have found out a way to succeed from Keller One more critical points to you to decide be Keller student or not: another graduate school accredited my Keller grade and offered me to their JD program. Thus, I will finish all CPA exams before getting into the law school. I wish this is a good answer to you if you still worry about Keller reputation.