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1, Report #1372576


May 11 2017
06:10 AM Walden University Heartless 4 profit university Minneapolis Minnesota Author: Columbia, North Carolina Colleges and Universities: Walden University

2, Report #1316319


Jul 11 2016
07:34 PM Walden University School has no hear Minneapolis Internet Author: Teton, Idaho Colleges and Universities: Walden University Internet

3, Report #1295529


Mar 23 2016
05:12 PM Walden University Worst school ever! Minneapolis Internet Author: Sandy Springs , Georgia Adult Career & Continuing Education: Walden University Internet

4, Report #1291538


Mar 03 2016
09:45 PM Walden University The M.S. in Instructional Design & Technology did not prepare for a job using industry software with professional portfolio Internet Author: Somewhere, Michigan Adult Career & Continuing Education: Walden University Internet

5, Report #1236764


Jun 19 2015
03:14 PM Walden University Poor service delivery Minneapolis Internet Author: Toronto, Ontario Colleges and Universities: Walden University Internet

6, Report #1236527


Jun 18 2015
03:37 PM Walden University Unethical Conduct Minneapolis Minnesota Author: Owatonna, Minnesota Colleges and Universities: Walden University Internet

7, Report #1213516


Mar 05 2015
10:22 AM Walden University College Credit Scam Maryland Nationwide Author: San Diego, California Colleges and Universities: Walden University Nationwide

8, Report #1173763


Sep 02 2014
06:05 AM Walden University Greedy, Incompetent, and Dishonest Baltimore Maryland Author: Roanoke, Virginia Colleges and Universities: Walden University Internet

9, Report #1163293


Jul 18 2014
08:47 PM
Walden University Walden University is refusing to release my transcript for money I do not feel that I owe. Minneapolis Minnesota I can provide proof!! Author: Stockbridge, Georgia Colleges and Universities: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota

10, Report #1162431


Jul 16 2014
07:53 AM Walden University Lies and more lies off my dollar Minneapolis Minnesota Author: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Education & Learning Centers: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota
11, Report #1137296


Apr 08 2014
01:59 PM Walden University Bursar’s office - never posted transferred classes for credit, had to retake classes and denied refund Baltimore Maryland Author: Enola, Pennsylvania Private Schools: Walden University Baltimore, Maryland
12, Report #1120897


Feb 04 2014
03:13 PM

Walden University Walden University is NOT a quality school Minneapolis Minnesota Author: Marshfield, Wisconsin Colleges and Universities: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota

13, Report #1114448


Jan 10 2014
07:27 AM
Walden University Laureate International Universities Don’t care about students, they just want that money from your financial aid. Baltimore Maryland I TOTALLY AGREE!!! Author: Lawrenceville, Georgia Adult Career & Continuing Education: Walden University Baltimore, Maryland
14, Report #1107340


Dec 16 2013
08:33 AM Walden University Walden is calculating my title iv funds/withdrawal date incorrectly and is now trying to charge me Minneapolis Minnesota Author: Houston, Texas Colleges and Universities: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota

15, Report #1086957


Sep 24 2013
11:59 AM Walden University Fraud, Grading, Rip-off internet Author: Auburn, Alabama Adult Career & Continuing Education: Walden University Select State/Province

16, Report #1061961


Jun 25 2013
11:39 AM Walden University bait and switch Minneapolis Minnesota Author: Conyers, Georgia Colleges and Universities: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota

17, Report #1053859


May 27 2013
12:53 PM
Walden University Sold me a PHD program then cancelled it after I had accumulated 100 credits. Now they won't let me transfer these credits towards another program. I'm leftbwithba 100,000'student loan and no degree. Minneapolis Minnesota Walden University Author: Henderson, Nevada Colleges and Universities: Walden university Minneapolis, Minnesota

18, Report #1010752


Feb 08 2013
04:34 AM Walden University Rip-off by Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota Author: , Pennsylvania Colleges and Universities: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota

19, Report #892385


Nov 19 2012
04:09 PM


Walden University Walden is a FRAUD Riley School of Education Minneapolis, Minnesota Walden University accreditation Author: Toms River, New Jersey Colleges and Universities: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota
20, Report #913020


Aug 16 2012
07:03 AM
James Kenneth Terry I was expelled from Walden University after three years, $80,000.00, and 22 core courses, stating I had plagiarized sections of my final paper. Yes, after 12 weeks of hard work, my final paper. I had Daly City , California response Author: Daly City, California Colleges and Universities: James Kenneth Terry Daly City, California

21, Report #890685


May 30 2012
03:37 PM

Walden University Walden is a FRAUD Internet, Minnesota Author: Toms River, New Jersey Colleges and Universities: Walden University Internet, Minnesota

22, Report #638571


May 14 2012
12:29 PM
Walden University Laureate Education Inc. Deceptive practices and retaliatory actions against complainants Baltimore, Maryland Similar Experience Author: Aldan, Pennsylvania Private Schools: Walden University Baltimore, Maryland

23, Report #882447


May 14 2012
09:59 AM Walden University Charged for Services that I didn't receive, Internet Author: Chillicothe, Ohio Colleges and Universities: Walden University Internet

24, Report #854250


Mar 15 2012
10:11 AM WALDEN UNIVERSITY COMPLETELY RIPPED ME OFF Internet, Internet Author: , New York Colleges and Universities: WALDEN UNIVERSITY Internet

25, Report #849251


Mar 05 2012
09:20 PM Walden University Online Disappointed with Advising and Informed Incorrectly by financial aid representatives Internet Author: Delaware, Ohio Colleges and Universities: Walden University Online Internet
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Date Title City, State
26, Report #371263


Jan 28 2012
12:57 PM
Walden University Online University Online Degree Internet Walden Doesn't follow their own rules Author: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Colleges and Universities: Walden University Internet

27, Report #381372


Jun 14 2011
04:43 PM
Walden Online University Online Degree Internet Internet Walden is Not a Waste of Time Author: Clyde, New York Colleges and Universities: Walden Online University Internet
28, Report #472021


Jul 21 2009
07:27 PM Walden University Stolen from and Ignored Minneapolis Minnesota Author: Bellevue, Nebraska Adult Career & Continuing Education: Walden University Minneapolis, Minnesota
29, Report #44511


Jan 16 2007
07:22 AM

Walden University - Owned By Sylvan Learning Centers rip-off IT Department Butcher laid off entire IT workforce to gain political power Minneapolis Minnesota Walden and internal operations & US employment in general Author: Minneapolis, Minnesota Computer Help Desk: Walden University, Owned By Sylvan Learning Centers Minneapolis, Minnesota

Upon deciding to attend Walden University, I was in constant communication with my admissions adviser, Nancy. She was very attentive, appeared concerned with my timely application submission, and followed-up with me weekly until I submitted my letter for acceptance. Nancy also contacted me one week prior to the start of class to quickly run through the select online areas I would find helpful or useful once classes began.

I began my Master of Social Work (MSW) classes December 1, 2014. Within three days, I was already overwhelmed with the full-time (two class) schedule while working, volunteering, and raising a family. I contacted both my instructors to inform them of my struggles. Only one instructor responded. I was to let her know if I have any other difficulty and to take it easy and not worry. I continued to struggle the following week. The other instructor advised me not to worry about posting responses, as long as I turned in my original discussion question assignment. Only later to be docked more than half my grade. I was also docked points for my submission; which the instructor commented that I obviously know the material because I provided a complete and in-depth response to the given assignment. I was appalled.

I contacted my admissions adviser by email that weekend to request a change in my schedule; from two classes (full-time) down to 1 class (part-time) status. I attached a read-response notification in the email and was notified the email was read that following Monday morning. However, I received no further contact from her; no response; no assistance. I scoured the Walden University online information for information on what to do and who to contact for assistance. Approximately a week later, I found the information for my academic adviser and sent him an email regarding my original request and continued difficulties.

As a previous honor student graduate with a BS in psychology, I strive to maintain high standards in all areas of my life. However, I was failing miserably at completing and maintaining all of my responsibilities (not to mention the stress of the holidays with no break from school at all). Students were expected to participate in classes on Christmas and New Years without one day for our families and the holiday season. By then, I had given up; I was completely frustrated and upset with Walden University's practices. When I spoke to someone on the phone about my financial aid, I felt like "just a number." I was too upset to even ask my academic adviser questions about withdrawing because he had no idea who I was. He didn't even seem concerned. I even told him I had not posted in my classes in over a week. No concern, no questions from him, absolutely flat-lined responses!

I sent the following email:

Brandon,

I contacted the financial aid office last week. I also called to speak to you the same day but was unable to reach you so, I left you a voicemail message. Today is Tuesday evening, January 13, 2015 (5 days since my message) and I still have not received a return call or email from you.

I am completely dissatisfied with the lack of concern/care and lack of communication from the Walden University staff toward the students. The cost of earning a higher education prevents many from obtaining a proper education. Walden University advertises its school as a prestigious university for students who are change makers of the future. The staff is also advertised as high achievers but they have continually failed to meet those high standards Walden sets for their students. How does Walden University expect their students to meet their high standards when Walden staff cannot provide the service the students deserve? At the high cost of $50,000 for a MSW, I expect my academic advisor and other staff of Walden to
1. Know their students, make every effort to personally know their students and what they are facing in life while attending Walden University to earn their degree
2. Express care and concern for the students and if the staff truly do not care, at least try to fake it.

Walden University is a private for-profit institution Headquartered in the Mill District in Minneapolis, Minnesota (my home state). I expect high-end service for the high-end cost of an education at Walden University.

I reached out, to three Walden staff (2 instructors, 1 admission advisor) within the first week of beginning classes seeking an alternative to full-time, 2 classes simultaneously with little to no response. Walden also advertises two-weeks free to try it out. I do not believe I should have to pay Walden University for a few weeks of struggling while seeking answers from someone helpful at Walden (which I still have yet to find).

Michelle Pavlick
Dissatisfied & Disheartened Former Walden MSW Student

This was his response:

Michelle -

Your withdrawal request was received as of January 6, 2015 35 days after the start of the term. You were advised of partial financial responsibility as December 16, 2014 if you were have withdrawn at that point. We also spoke after this conversation, but did not discuss withdrawal options.

I was out of the office as of January 8th through January 14th, so I apologize I was unavailable to take your call. Our academic advising team is typically in office Mon-Fri and can answer any questions you might have via 1-800-925-3368 opt. 3 or via e-mail at [email protected] in the event I am out of office.

Please let me know if you would like to continue with your withdrawal request or if you have any other questions regarding your options.


Brandon Andrade
Academic Advisor
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Walden University


And then I receive another email:

Dear Michelle,

This notification serves to confirm your withdrawal from the MSW_SWRK_GQ program and from Walden University effective 1/6/15

Please be sure to follow up with the Bursar's office to resolve any unpaid balances or refunds that could result due to this change in your academic status. The Bursar's office can be reached at 1-800-Waldenu (1-800-925-3368).

In the future, should you decide to return to Walden University, you will need to complete a Readmission Petition. This completed Petition must be submitted to Academic Advising at least sixty (60) days prior to the start of term for which you are seeking readmission. You may obtain this Petition at http://inside.waldenu.edu/c/Files/DocsRegistrar/readmit.pdf

The Walden University Withdrawal Policy can be found at http://catalog.waldenu.edu/content.php?catoid=62&navoid=9440

Though we regret that you are no longer a student at Walden University, please accept our best wishes for continued success. If you should need anything further, please do not hesitate to contact the Registrar's Office or your Academic Advisor.


Regards,

Student Records Team
Registrar's Office
Walden University
650 S. Exeter Street.
Baltimore, MD 21202


I do not understand how Walden University continues to operate in this manner. I live in Minnesota, yet I have to go through a Maryland location? I thought I was enrolling in a true Minnesota based university. Boy was I wrong!