How does SNHU work?

[whiverem]

What are the grades based on? Are there proctored quizzes, tests, or exams?

If not, are there still tests and do you have unlimited time to do them? Are they multiple choice, or do you have to write answers?

Are there mostly writing assignments? How long are they typically for Computer Science, Information Technology, or business majors?

Can you speed up and complete classes quickly, like you can with WGU?

Is there a set amount of tuition per semester or is based on number of credits you're taking? And how much is the tuition exactly for the majors I mentioned for a bachelor's degree?

Is SNHU easier or more difficult compared to WGU? Can you transfer most class from Sophia, Study.com, SL, CLEP and DSST like you can with WGU? Thank you.

[rachel83az]

You can NOT speed up SNHU. They only allow you to take two or three classes per semester. Assuming maximum transfer (90 credits), the fastest you can complete a degree from SNHU is one to one and a half years.

Cost is per credit. Total cost, not counting transfer credits, is around $10k.

There is a lot of writing, but I think some classes might also have exams? Unsure about that. LevelUP is our current resident "SNHU expert".

[dfrecore]

SNHU is not competency-based, you pay by the course. 8-week courses.

I don't think you can compare it to WGU, since it's completely different. No CBE can really be compared to a non-CBE program. Also, "easier" and "harder" are completely relative. Are you good at taking exams? If so, then WGU may be right for you. But you may find a non-CBE program that also does exams, in which case that school might be for you. But I think it's safe to say that if you are NOT good at exams, then WGU probably is not your best option.

I think that it's also difficult to get the max number of credits (90) transferred into SNHU, so the cost may be more than the $9,600 minimum ($320/cr x 30cr). If so, remember that every course you take there will cost you $960. It adds up.

[rachel83az]

We do have degree plans for SNHU. That makes it easier to get 90 credits, or thereabouts. Also, unlike WGU, SNHU does allow you to continue transferring in credits while you are an enrolled student.

If you want as few exams as possible, UMPI is probably your best bet.

If you want to avoid exams as much as possible, but still want a technical-type degree, TESU may be the way to go.

WGU is mostly for students who thrive on exams.

[bjcheung77]

@whiverem, it's great you're asking questions to get more details on what SNHU/WGU and other institutions are like.  That's a great way to get some details on what is to come, but it won't get you very far to deciding on your institution.  You may want to tell us how your study habits are and anything else that can help determine your course of action.  My suggestion right now is to complete the homework below (template/addendum).

We're all here to help the best we can, if we get a clearer picture of what you need, you'll get a better sense of direction and advice to go along with that... It seems you're 'stuck' at the same phase as you were last year - still stuck at starting off, so you've stalled at the very first step.  Please provide us more details by following the template and last post addendum here: https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...Area-works

[LevelUP]

Most of your questions are answered here
https://degreeforum.miraheze.org/wiki/So...University

We have degree plans for all the majors you listed.

Overall I would say it's easier than WGU in terms of overall passing of classes.

If you go with WGU, I would strongly suggest max transferring all the courses you can before enrolling.