WGU Scholarship Opportunity

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WGU Texas has partnered with the Texas State Council to offer $2,000 "Go Further in HR Scholarships".

These scholarships are designed for motivated HR personnel who wish to continue their education and earn a bachelor's or master’s degree.

WGU Texas Business College offers MBA degree programs in addition to a B.S. in Business Human Resource Management degree that provides expertise in the management of people at work, giving HR professionals the skills and knowledge to become an effective HR manager and staff specialist.  This program covers the six categories that make up the HR Body of Knowledge established by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) and as part of this program, students are required to pass one of two HR-specific, recognized industry exams:

•             The Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification Exam (administered by HRCI)

 OR

•             The Assurance of Learning Exam (administered by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)).

 WGU Texas is a nonprofit, online university designed to expand access to higher education and meet the education needs of busy adult learners.

Here's why you should consider WGU Texas:

•             An innovative, competency-based approach to education designed to let you take advantage of your prior experience and possibly accelerate your program.

•             Personalized, one-on-one faculty support.

•             A nonprofit university with affordable, flat-rate tuition.

•             Regionally accredited online bachelor's and master's degrees in health professions (including nursing), business, information technology, and teacher education.

•             Federal financial aid and scholarships available to those who qualify.

•             No set class times. Study anytime, anywhere.

For eligibility requirements and to apply for the Go Further in Human Resources Scholarship, visit http://texas.wgu.edu/tuition_financial_aid/scholarships/gofurther_hr_overview.

Or Contact:

Dr. Wendi Prater, Austin 512-934-0663
Linda Harris, Dallas 972-841-2440
Kristian Fitzgerald, Houston 832-723-7463
Joe Rodriguez, San Antonio / El Paso 210-204-2738
WGU Texas Community Relations Team