Trident University International

This "University" and I use the term loosely is both a joke and a waste of money. They claim to provide all of the materials needed for the courses you take however they fail to mention that the course materials include wikipedia and youtube videos. Neither of which are considered academic references to any another accredited university or college. I would call this a google degree because I spent more time googling the answers than I did using the materials provided. I emailed my professor 3 times during a 6 week class and never heard back from her. She only had 2 jobs grade the work and respond to emails. Seeing that she does not spend anytime actually teaching or instructing anyone.

The work is too easy and it is hard to stay focused. The online material is good. The teachers are usually poor and distant or nonexistent. The customer support is only helpful if it is helping themselves.

I just completed my BSBA with TUI and I will tell you that I learned alot. I really got a since of accomplishment because I had to put in a lot of work to finish with a 3.72 GPA. The courses are definitely "failable" if you don't take the time to research and turn in quality work. This school is great because it gives those of us defending the country so that others can attend ivy league schools an opportunity to get a quality education from an regionally accredited school. I don't know about anyone else but I EARNED my bachelors from TUI and I'm proud of the goal I've met while defending this great country. Thanks TUI.

Honestly, this school is like any other school you attend. Whether its Cal State Fullerton, UCLA etc. You get what you put into it. I feel the emphasis is placed quick to the point, which is fine with me. Saves me time. Alot of my peers earned their degrees from big universities, Oklahoma State University, Washington State, etc. when I ask them if they recall what they learned most of them say no. So in a sense, I think placing an emphasis on the main subject will help retain the knowledge learned. It helps me thats for sure. The timelines, the assignments are perfect for a working adult, or military like myself. I have attended other online colleges and I can attest that its quite difficult being in the military and taking college at the same time. But with TUI, its actually possible to accomplish a degree, sure it won't be a "brand" name like other schools but an accredited degree is better than no degree in this age in time.

This school only wants as many customers as possible. They keep bugging me daily to "recommend all my friends". I'm not sure that real schools do that.. Unfortunately these for profits are exactly that. I really can't recall what I learned because this school gives you zero materials and free links off the Internet to study. It is a real scam. Also it's still under probation n it's accreditation. For profit greed strikes again. If I could do it all over again I would have gone to a community college followed by a state school. Don't enroll here unless you have no other options.

Professors are great, the academics are up to par and you learn a lot through their teaching methods. The interface is pretty simple to use even for those not computer savvy. I am pleased with my degree program but not the school itself. From financial aid to student services and admissions...they lack communication, don't get your documents processed fast enough and you literally have to email them over and over again to get a response. They are a bit disorganized and that does not make for a student centered organization. I think they need a lot of improvement when it comes to the admissions, registration and financial aid process. I would not be able to recommend this school based on this, there are too many critical errors and procrastination that occurs. If they were to fix these departments so that they serve the students and are more professional in doing so, I may have a change of opinion because the work is challenging and would be worth the tuition if all else was in order.

Trident University is a TOP NOTCH school that allows one to earn their degree by grading their understanding and articulation of the background reading and writing ability and understanding of the subject matter material. One must do their diligent research and be able to articulate an intelligent understanding of this via. Case Studies and Session Long Projects including class discussion or threaded discussions. There are no tests or quizzes. This eliminates the need to memorize useless facts and emphasizes the whole understanding of the subject matter and is graded fairly, accurately and with the application of the appropriate level of difficulty (e.g. Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior). One must demonstrate their own mastery of the material by their own writing ability and be able to articulate this understanding inside 5 modules each with 2 essays and a class discussion (Threaded Discussion).

Just completing my BSBA from Trident and it was challenging at times and easier at others. It really seemed like it depended on which professor taught the class. They seem to be making efforts to improve and I've been taking classes since 2006. They really work with you to help you accomplish your goals.

I attended TUI for 18 months to finish my BSBA. There are no tests. The course assignments consist primarly of essays, with each class divided into six modules. Each module requires two essays and participation in a threaded discussion. How much you do or do not learn is entirely up to you. If you want to slack off, turn in substandard work and ease through the courses, you can. If you want to thoroughly research your material, write good essays and learn the course material, you can. Instructor feedback isn't usually very good, the course materials tend to be dated, and grades are extremely generous. You can attend this school, earn your degree and learn nothing, or learn everything you need for success. It's your choice, and your responsibility to learn the course objectives.

Touro University International was found in 1998, in 2007 the school was sold to Summit Partners and changed it's name to TUI. I started my degree program around the beginning of 2005 and graduated in the fall of 2008. I have found Touro/TUI to be one of the best values for online education especially for a military member such as myself. One of the benefits to the school has to be the learning model. Over the course of a 12 week class you are provided with case and session based assignments that challenge you to apply real world thinking to your project. The schools threaded discussions ensure returnable collaboration on a certain issue that can fully lead to innovation, creation and understanding of new ideas from other students. Additionally, a review of all professor credentials will show that all Touro/TUI professors have backgrounds and education from traditional brick and mortar schools. While the school seems to be continuing it's evolution and in the next 7 years the school will be celebrating it's 20 year anniversary, I see this TUI breaking new ground for the future.

You can basically google every assignment and you will see that the topics never change! courses are far from challenging.you will find all the answer on yahoo.com/answer etc. no textbooks are needed ...you can copy everything from the internet and get an A. whats worst is their financial aid policy, they mislead me thinking i will get my financial aid at the end of semester but they FORGOT TO TELL Me i had to complete 24 credits within a certain amount of time.......Now I cant get financial aid and they want me to pay out of pocket!!! be careful!! IF YOU DON'T CALL THE OFFICE OR ADVISOR YOU WILL NEVER NEVER KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON WITH YOUR FINANCIAL AID STATUS. I regret registering there.

I've had a good experience at TUI. The method of instruction it uses forces students to research and find current and relevant information. I like the fact that they put more emphasis on being able to comprehend and articulate knowledge through writing than on memorizing answers for a test. Some negative postings make it seem like the only good colleges are those in which professors make things complicated or where you have to set yourself back financially. I am skeptical of people who believe that high cost and difficulty makes for good learning. A sign of intelligence in my opinion is being able to find the simplest and most effective means to reach goals. I am now on my final class to earn a bachelor's from TUI. I have gone to a traditional college as well. The instruction I got at TUI has been excellent. It is designed for self motivated individuals who know how to find answers. A university's reputation is built by its alumni. The great schools out there are great because those who graduated did great things in the world. The school is still relatively new. I am confident that as TUI becomes more established, the alumni it produces will add to the school's reputation. I am a firm believer that success comes from hard work, character and the ability to seize opportunities regardless of the universty you go to.

TUI is an Excellent School! Coursework is more strenuous then the campus courses I took at Georgia Military college or distance classes I took at Thomas Edison State College. I finished my BSBA in 2007 and I'm currently in their MAED program as I will be doing the troops to teachers program when I retire. WARNING!!!! There is a good amount of research for each paper. You have to write two papers of various lengths that are due every two weeks. At TUI University one can expect to search the online libraries for much of the material. One will have to write thought provoking papers versus taking the traditional exams. But that's the point. I was not spoon fed, and I got out of it exactly what I needed. So if you are looking at taking a test at the end of the course this college is not for you!! As long as you like writing papers and doing research then TUI University is a great university. I know that my writing has improved since my professor gave me great feedback so I was enabled to improve. That being said, I think that TUI is a very good value for the money.

I have to tell you, I was very hesitant to get my online degree, because of fear of falling for a "diploma mill". I got my AA from Thomas Edison State College in Trenton, NJ and then decided on TUIU because of the flexibility it offered. If you think the workload is easy, think again. I loved the faculty as well as the student body. I am so excited that I finished my BSBA and I will continue towards my MBA also at TUI this fall. I did my research and one of the number one priorities for me was that the school HAD to be REGIONALLY ACCREDITED, which TUI is. Aside from the name, which I agree is cheesy, TUI University is the best choice for online schooling that I ever made. If you have specific ??'s about the school email me at navcruitatl1@yahoo.com. I recommend TUIU to EVERYONE!

I am a 2006 graduate of the TUI's BSBA program. As I look back I cannot remember one useful thing that was taught to me throughout the program. Sure I'd listen to the lectures on the cd, complete all of the modules and session long projects and I even graduated with honors. But then again there are no tests to take at TUI. To me all of the course work was just there to keep TUI from being called a degree mill. If the education at TUI is so good I'd like to know what percentage of TUI faculty is sending their own children to the school? The good thing is that the military paid for every cent of this degree.

TUI is a great university. I am in the United States Army, currently assigned as a student at the Sergeants Major Academy, and attending college is mandatory. You have to be able to do research independently and stay focused so you do not fall behind. All of the faculty have PhD's so this is not a diploma mill. I have found the experience extremely rewarding.

I am half way throught the MBA program with TUI University. I think that the flexibility of this program is unparalleled compared to other brick and mortar and online schools. I do agree that their grading is a little on the easy side, but at the same time, I have to say that the way that the classes are structured forces you to learn a great deal. I know I have learned much while enrolled. I went to Baylor University for my undergrad and compared to TUI I would say that Baylor is a better institution education wise. However, when you compare almost $30,000 a year to about $9750 a year TUI blows other institutions out of the water. I also believe that TUI is a better institution than some state schools do to the fact that I knew people at the University of Texas that would only go to 3 classes a semester in a course and still recieve B's and A's. It also stands to says that unless you are graduating from an ivy league or other prestigious school, most employers don't care where you come from as long as you have a degree from an accredited institution. That being said, I think that TUI is a very good value for the money. Now if they would just change their name to something that doesn't sound like a diploma mill everything would be perfect.

I have gone to brick and mortar schools but have learned and retained much more in this learning environment. While convienent and affordable, it is also challenging but in no way overbearing. I have gone back for my MAED and am applying for the Doctorate program. This has been the best learning experience I have come across. With being in the Army the delivery method is helpful and the faculty understands the plight of the military today.