All about: Strayer University

Strayer University is a higher education institute that is based out of Arlington Virginia. The university has 80 campuses spread across 17 states, mostly along the eastern side of the US from Pennsylvania in the north down to Texas in the south. The university has around 54,000 students studying its degree and certificate programs both on-campus and online.

Academics

Programs
Strayer University programs include certificates, diplomas, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degree and executive graduate certificates.
The university's business school also offers MBAs for those interested in furthering their careers in industry or business. Degrees are available in subjects ranging from accounting, business, criminal justice, public administration, information technology, management, health services administration, and education to name but a few. Availability
The availability of courses depends on the state and the campus students apply to.
Not all programmes are available at all campuses and some students may be required to take a course through an online format if they are unable to commute to a campus. Online Learning
Strayer University's online degree courses are for those who cannot attend the university full time.
Lectures are available as both synchronous classes and asynchronous classes. The former are real time interactive classes where both the professor and the student take part at the same time, while the latter are prerecorded lectures which can be viewed by students at any time.

Costs and financial support

Tuition Fees
As of 2011, the cost of taking a degree at Strayer University at undergraduate level was $1,590 per course, while at graduate level it was $2,175 per course. On top of this, students should include a $50 application fee and $250 for textbooks and university supplies. Options
Strayer University offers a range of financial help and advice for its students.
It gives advice on how to access federal financial aid programmes such as, federal grants and loans.
It also provides military education benefits along with the government for those in active duty or for veterans looking to further their education and provides scholarships to students with outstanding academic records.
Final word
In addition, students can also apply for state grant programmes to help finance their time at university or can look into getting a personal loan.
Strayer University can give students advice on whether they are eligible for all of the above.