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Walden University

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Walden University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Walden University is an online university in the United States that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and specialist degrees. It suits students who want to study remotely and are comfortable checking current programme details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    Walden University offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and specialist degrees. It is described as an online university, so students should expect to study remotely; the specific subject areas and current programme catalogue are not listed and should be confirmed on the official website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for entry requirements, programme availability, document lists, and any country-specific steps. Because the available information does not give application deadlines, admission tests, or visa guidance, those details must be confirmed with the admissions office before applying.

  4. What it costs

    Walden University does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information, so confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on where you live, since the university is online and based in the United States.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check whether your chosen programme is available online in your country, what documents you need, how you will be assessed, and whether any local regulations affect your enrolment.

  6. How it compares

    With 2,515 universities in the United States, Walden University sits in a very large higher-education system. Its main distinction is that it is an online university offering degrees at bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and specialist level, so it will appeal more to students prioritising remote study than to those looking for a campus-based option.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Walden University

What type of university is Walden University?

Walden University is a public university in the United States and is described as a private, for-profit online university headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

What degrees does Walden University offer?

It offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and specialist degrees.

Is Walden University accredited?

Yes. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Who owns Walden University?

Walden University is owned by Covista, which purchased the university in August 2021.

Overview

Walden University is a private, for-profit online university headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It offers bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and specialist degrees. The university is owned by Covista, which purchased the university in August 2021. The institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Programs at Walden University

44 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

BS in Psychology

Walden University

🎓 Full Time

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Business & Management

PhD in Management

Walden University

🎓 Full Time
PhD / Doctorate Medicine & Health Sciences

PhD in Nursing

Walden University

🎓 Full Time

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Education

MS in Education

Walden University

🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

MS in Psychology

Walden University

🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at Walden University

Partial

The Dr. Dan Andreae Scholarships

Assumption University

Financial need will be considered. A total of three scholarships awarded for the Winter 2027 semester.

Open Due 28 Nov 2026

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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