WGU Advancement
Reinvigorating the Promise of Higher Education, Together
The Power of Philanthropy at WGU
Philanthropy at WGU directly fuels student success. In 2022, more than 3,500 students, alumni, employees, corporations, foundations, and friends invested in access to opportunity and innovation.
Take a look through the stories and impact in our 2022 Impact Report.
Help Us Open Up the World of Academic Success
Access to Opportunity
Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn't.
Let's change that together.
At WGU, we are committed to identifying barriers to higher education and systematically knocking them down so more students can earn their degrees and achieve their dreams.
Accelerating Innovation
Ambition never rests. Neither do we.
We're investing in the future of higher education. Join us.
Traditional higher ed wasn't built for the realities facing many of today's students. At WGU, we innovate with students in mind, giving them the flexibility and freedom they need to succeed.
Our Story in Numbers
96%
Of employers say they would hire another WGU graduate.
77%
Of WGU graduates report their education was worth the cost.
- 2020 Gallup Alumni Survey
85%
overall WGU student satisfaction
- 2020 survey by Harris Poll
2.25 Years
is the average time it takes to earn a WGU bachelors degree
WGU is Changing Higher Education and WGU Advancement Makes This Change Possible
Since its founding, WGU has attracted the attention and support of generous contributors who recognize the need to reinvent higher education and who share our vision of affordable, accessible higher education for all. If you're passionate about giving people an opportunity to advance their careers and achieve their dreams, we invite you to join us by making a gift to support our work. Your gift — whatever the amount — will change the lives of students and their families.