California Coast University - Santa Ana, California

Cristian Acosta

I'm calling on California Coast University to revamp their pricing model to better serve their students. The current system, which charges $90 per unit for retake exams and doesn't include textbooks, is a significant financial burden. In contrast, Columbia Southern University offers a more comprehensive and affordable package for their MBA program. For $12,564, students receive a regionally and ACBSP accredited degree with no retake exam fees and all textbooks included.

The difference in cost between the two universities is only $2,814, but the value proposition is vastly different. By choosing CSU, students can avoid the stress and expense of retake exam fees and focus on their studies without worrying about additional textbook costs. Moreover, CSU's stronger accreditation credentials provide greater peace of mind and better career prospects.

I urge California Coast University to prioritize their students' needs and make education more accessible and affordable. By eliminating retake exam fees and including textbooks in tuition, CCU can demonstrate a genuine commitment to student success and provide a more competitive offering in the market.

Philip LeNoble

As my national media consultancy grew in the early 80s, and I was traveling 46 weeks a year, I was able to gain a wonderful and extended way in a distance learning opportunity to enroll in an M.B.A. program at California Coast University. The complete course work took me from 1984-1987 and was richly rewarding being similar to top Universities at that time when distance learning and degree programs were still scant.
From 1987 to 1993, I was able to add another vital piece of education to my portfolio, a Ph.D. in Management. I had great help from Dr Philip Borden and Dr. David Smith as I successfully defended my dissertation.
I am truly grateful for the great and challenging opportunity I had with a terrific and challenging curriculum from the University. And, for other executives in the making, this was an awesome experience to be able to finish my educational objectives and goal!

CeaseFire Youth Initiative Inc.

I absolutely love CCU! I am working on a Bachelor of Science in Business/Marketing and I am proud to say that I am a student at CCU. Now let me tell you why. I love to write, and a large part of my program involves writing essays, and I am totally charged by the challenges I am given by CCU to write. Also, I love the attention I receive from the CCU staff; Taylor is the bomb! I am so happy to be a part of CCU, and I can't wait to roll right into my MBA program next year. If you're looking for the best affordable, accredited, at your own pace, great professors and staff, higher learning institution, CCU is where's it's at!

- Reggie/Detroit

Jen A

I have been enrolled in a doctorate program at California Coast for over a year. This is the best educational experience I have ever had, and I have 4 other graduate degrees. I work and I have several children under age 10, this is completely doable with a busy schedule. I love learning at my own pace with no busy work. No. Busy. Work. My last doctorate degree required multiple weekly forum posts that took 10 hours per week and gave no benefit, in addition to papers and exams. With California Coast, none of my time is wasted. The textbook choices are thoughtful and the exams are well-crafted. I have learned so much and I am enjoying it. The professors provide honest, constructive feedback. It is a phenomenal price, especially if your employer will setup a corporate partnership, and the monthly payments are very doable. I have already recommended California Coast to several colleagues and family members.

Louis Sewell

Great school for someone that has to juggle a full time job and school. I graduated with a bachelors degree in 2014 and it's opened more opportunities for me. Nowadays employers just want a bachelors degree no matter what the field is because to them it proves that you're willing to put in the time and effort to accomplish a greater goal. Having my bachelors degree from CCU has boosted my confidence and career salary by $15,000. Everything is self study at your own pace which I really like as opposed to a quarter/semester system with traditional colleges. The professors are helpful should you have questions and tuition/books are really affordable. If you take shortcuts learning in your education you have no one else to blame but yourself. A degree can get you the interview but it's your knowledge, experiences, and presentation that'll get you the job.

Russell J. Moon

Because of work schedule commitments, there was no way to continue my education in the traditional brick & mortar classroom environment. I have been a student online for my Associates Degree at Kaplan University, my Bachelor's at Baker College and most recently for my MBA at CCU. Every program has it strengths, but I appreciate the ability to drive my education largely at my own pace allowing me to timely finish classes when it fits into my schedule.

As an MBA graduate and now a Doctoral student at CCU, I would never continue my education at this level at a school I did not have 100% confidence in. The professors are fast with grading and question response, as well is the staff. They are always willing to do their utmost to help or assist a student. Many times they go above and beyond what one would expect.

For potential students, you really must evaluate if online learning is for you, if you need teachers and students to fuel your motivation level, ANY online college may not be for you; but if you can motivate yourself and know online learning is for you, don't hesitate!

I am a veteran and there has never been an issue with their benefits for veterans, take advantage of what you have earned. Busy adults with full-time jobs, you can do it too, you decide what, where, and when you can complete the work, especially if you know the pain of having to participate in a chatroom at a specific time, not here; you are in control of your destiny, as education should be!

CCU is one of the most affordable accredited colleges I have researched, and I did a lot before deciding to go back to school...again. If you have any questions, ask them, the staff are excellent and leave nothing to chance, this University has done nothing more than expanded my career options, knowledge base and prospects. If you want a degree, you should go and get it!

Don't be fooled though, online learning can be harder than traditional learning and it may take you a little time to get used to it, but don't suffer needlessly, call the school, ask for assistance, see what they can offer and work with you on. Too many people complain they feel alone in their education, but nothing could be further from the truth, they are letting you be responsible for your education!

Greg Hargrove

I earned my Psychology degree at California Coast University. While the curriculum was rigorous, I felt supported by the faculty and staff at every step in the process. My questions were always answered promptly and in detail.

Alex O

I’m currently enrolled in the MBA program with a focus on HR management. Amazing program for a working adult with a family. I have learned a ton in this program and i can’t say enough about the price and the fact it’s paced. This is very doable! CCU has made it easy !