Walden University Reviews

My experience at Walden has been positive. The courses have challenged me to think critically and apply what I've learned to real-world situations. I've also appreciated the support from my instructors and classmates, who have created a collaborative learning environment where everyone is encouraged to succeed. Being part of the Walden community has helped me grow both academically and professionally, and I've enjoyed connecting with others who share similar career goals.

My time at Walden has been an amazing experience. The ability to work independently has allowed me to make steady progress while teaching full-time at a college and still enjoying time with my family. I have had outstanding instructors who have guided and supported me throughout the program. In addition, the paper review team helped transform me from someone who struggled to write a single page into someone who is now completing a dissertation. My advisor has also been consistently available to provide guidance and encouragement whenever I needed it. Finally, my chair has been exceptionally supportive, encouraging, and diligent in helping me progress through each stage of the doctoral journey. Overall, my experience at Walden has been extremely positive, and I would highly recommend the program to anyone considering pursuing a doctoral degree.

My experience at Walden has been a positive one. The faculty have been supportive, the coursework has challenged me to grow both professionally and personally, and the flexibility of the program has allowed me to balance my education with my other responsibilities. As I near the completion of my program, I can appreciate how much I've learned and how well the experience has prepared me for the next step in my career.

Walden University is a scam. Not worth a penny! Their fake university is now to desperate. They pay Openai to promote them, so they are now invested in polluting the AI space. Never invest your money or support in this scam.

My experience with this school’s financial aid department has been extremely frustrating. The department is disorganized, communication is inconsistent, and I was often told things that did not match what actually happened. Several times I was assured that certain steps would be taken or that I would receive follow‑up, but those promises were not kept. As a student trying to navigate financial aid, I did not receive the support or clarity needed, and it made the process far more stressful than it should have been. I will transfer to Cappella for the rest of my classes.

“I am very disappointed with my experience. I have felt unsupported and unheard when trying to resolve issues. Communication has been slow or nonexistent, especially regarding important matters like reaffirmation and account concerns. I am also frustrated that I cannot access my transcripts due to what I believe is an error on the school’s part. This has negatively impacted me and caused unnecessary stress. It feels like financial matters are prioritized over student support, and that has made me feel like my success is not truly valued. I would like to see better communication, accountability, and timely assistance for students.”

Review: A Profit-First Model That Leaves Students Stranded. If I could do it all over again, I would choose a non-profit university with a long-standing history of educating Nurse Practitioners. My experience with Walden University has been defined by a lack of support, hidden costs, and a "for-profit" mentality that prioritizes trimming overhead over student success.

While I had a great experience with my enrollment specialist, my academic experience was mixed. Several of the professors were excellent- communication was clear and feedback easy to understand. Other professors were more difficult, often mixing "general" information not applicable to me with feedback intended for me, which made it frustrating to make shifts. I am thinking perhaps AI is doing the grading. In any case, it's hit or miss.

The process of securing a practicum site for clinicals in the Nurse Practitioner program has proven quite challenging. Although a database of potential affiliates exists, it has become evident that many listed entities are no longer associated with Walden University or fail to respond to inquiries. Regrettably, the field office does not provide assistance with placement; rather, it focuses solely on preparing students for interviews for practicum placements and on offering strategies for reaching out to potential preceptors.

My formal complaint was filed with Student Affairs for several reasons. I was forcibly assigned a different chair by the director of the PhD Psychology program (Self-Designed). My topic was quantitative, and despite my warning that the assigned chair was qualitative, the director assigned it anyway, concluding that the winter term was a complete waste.