Anyone use UPI Study?

[bjcheung77]

Ouch, I usually wouldn't cancel, but the option to 'change' the card to a different one should change the numbers to another set... So, for example, you're changing from a Visa with X rewards, you can go for a different Visa with the same rewards but a different tier.

[CollegeStudentAC]

I enrolled in the free trial and started the Entrepreneurship course (worth 3 ACE credits).

The grading for the courses in general:

YES, there are exams - held online on our platform and are proctored. Your course grade distribution is:
- 25% Attendance
- 25% Quiz
- 25% Assignments
- 25% Final Exam

As I see, there are alot of short 5-question end of module quizzes but from the three I've done so far, they're common sense and on my third one, it referenced the text so I actually ended up opening the module and from there, I realized that all the modules have detailed summaries which includes everything you need to know for the quizzes anyways. That saves the time and strain of actually reading all the text in every module.

There is one assignment at the end but I can't view it until I'm done the modules.
As of right now, I recommend UPI Study. I don't feel the strain that I do with Sophia.

[upistudy]

Anyone use UPI Study? Looks like they have some good, decently priced, NCCRS accredited courses. Courses are $250 a piece.

https://www.upistudy.com/

https://www.nationalccrs.org/organizatio...-study-inc

Saw this post, UPI Study Team member here to provide some clarification:

1. International Students:
   • Per-Course Enrollment: Each course is priced at $250.
     
   • Bundled Packages: Purchasing a bundle includes a complimentary transcript from institutions like Excelsior College, TESU, or Woodmont College, facilitating credit transfers.
     
2. U.S. Citizens and Military Personnel:
   • Subscription Model: Access unlimited courses for $89 per month : https://www.upistudy.com/bundles/PRO
     
3. Partnerships and Certifications:
   • ATHE Collaboration: For those aiming to study in the UK, we partner with ATHE to provide recognized certifications.
     
   • Canadian Credentials: Through our affiliated colleges in Canada, students can earn certifications accredited by Canadian institutions, supporting transfers to Canadian universities.
     
4. Coursera Integration:
   • Affordable Access: We offer a $5 Coursera plan. Please note, due to transaction costs, this fee is non-refundable, a policy clearly stated prior to enrollment.
     
   • Course Availability: The selection of courses on Coursera is determined by Coursera's platform, not UPI Study.
     

Note: 

• NCCRS-Recommended Courses: We currently offer 68 courses recognized by NCCRS.
  
• ACE-Recommended Courses: Our catalog includes 15 ACE-approved courses, with plans to expand and add more in the near future.
  

Hope this was helpful!

[wow]

Anyone use UPI Study? Looks like they have some good, decently priced, NCCRS accredited courses. Courses are $250 a piece.

https://www.upistudy.com/

https://www.nationalccrs.org/organizatio...-study-inc

Saw this post, UPI Study Team member here to provide some clarification:

1. International Students:
   • Per-Course Enrollment: Each course is priced at $250.
     
   • Bundled Packages: Purchasing a bundle includes a complimentary transcript from institutions like Excelsior College, TESU, or Woodmont College, facilitating credit transfers.
     
2. U.S. Citizens and Military Personnel:
   • Subscription Model: Access unlimited courses for $89 per month : https://www.upistudy.com/bundles/PRO
     
3. Partnerships and Certifications:
   • ATHE Collaboration: For those aiming to study in the UK, we partner with ATHE to provide recognized certifications.
     
   • Canadian Credentials: Through our affiliated colleges in Canada, students can earn certifications accredited by Canadian institutions, supporting transfers to Canadian universities.
     
4. Coursera Integration:
   • Affordable Access: We offer a $5 Coursera plan. Please note, due to transaction costs, this fee is non-refundable, a policy clearly stated prior to enrollment.
     
   • Course Availability: The selection of courses on Coursera is determined by Coursera's platform, not UPI Study.
     

Note: 

• NCCRS-Recommended Courses: We currently offer 68 courses recognized by NCCRS.
  
• ACE-Recommended Courses: Our catalog includes 15 ACE-approved courses, with plans to expand and add more in the near future.
  

Hope this was helpful!

Thanks for the clarification. You have some unique math offerings that I haven't seen offered as alt credit in many places, and some neat Psych option too. I'm planning to sign up when i get done with this round of CLEPs I'm working on.

[Vle045]

I just came across UPI study in my BenefitHub portal. It’s very interesting. Especially with the $599 lifetime access. This could be a fantastic option for someone who is enrolling in a college that accepts both ACE and NCCRS credits. The subscription prices are in line with Sophia’s pricing. And when I was looking around in the website I noticed that they have an option to get your transcript through Excelsior. I can’t find the page where I saw that, so I don’t know the specifics but if I find it again, I will add it.

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I just came across UPI study in my BenefitHub portal.  It’s very interesting.  Especially with the $599 lifetime access.  This could be a fantastic option for someone who is enrolling in a college that accepts both ACE and NCCRS credits.  The subscription prices are in line with Sophia’s pricing.  And when I was looking around in the website I noticed that they have an option to get your transcript through Excelsior.   I can’t find the page where I saw that, so I don’t know the specifics but if I find it again, I will add it.

Here is info on getting transcript. https://www.upistudy.com/courses/requestdocuments

[Captainrekt000]

Hmmmm. This is a pretty interesting list of courses. $600 for a lifetime membership for unlimited courses is a steal for US students.

"We limit US membership to 1,000 students so every member gets the support they deserve — we're almost there. We recommend registering soon."

For example, according to the TESU transfer list at UPI, anyone looking for another upper-level COS course for the TESU COS or CIS degree would be able to get:

COS-4510 Artificial Intelligence

It is NCCRS credit as of March 2021 to present (7/2/2026)

However, the NCCRS website says that the final is proctored. I tried looking up the syllabus but they don't give it to you unless you sign up. 

https://www.upistudy.com/pages/tesu

https://www.nationalccrs.org/upi-study-inc/computer-science-373



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Computer Science 373: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Course Category:
Computer Science - UPI Study, Inc.
Length:
Varies (self-study, self-paced).

Location:
Various; distance learning format.
Dates:
March 2021 - Present.

Instructional delivery format:
Online/distance learning
Learner Outcomes:
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: interpret key Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts and history, describe the distinctions between AI types and models, and classify various AI systems in real-world contexts; analyze algorithms and intelligent agents, compute and interpret logarithmic functions and probability theories in AI, and evaluate data accuracy and precision; compare and contrast machine learning and AI, apply theoretical knowledge to develop AI-driven solutions, and implement AI programming languages like LISP and Prolog; design intelligent agents, evaluate decision-making models, and synthesize knowledge of Bayesian networks, neural networks, and decision trees to create AI solutions; and analyze AI's ethical implications, manage AI projects using advanced functionalities, and predict future AI technology directions and their societal impacts.

Instruction:
The course is self-paced. Instruction is delivered through online video and text lessons. Students are assessed through quizzes, assignments, and a proctored final exam. Major topics include essentials of Artificial Intelligence; Intelligent Agents; AI in search techniques; constraint satisfaction in AI; logical agents and advanced reasoning; machine learning and AI Reasoning; and the future of Artificial Intelligence.

Credit recommendation:
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Artificial Intelligence or Computer Science (5/24)."