American InterContinental University

Schaumburg, IL, USA
Private

Cassandra's Review

Review of American InterContinental University

from Logan, OH

Do you feel you’re learning a lot?

American InterContinental University (AIU) Online is very beneficial for students who are very self-driven and independent individuals. Luckily, the first class that students attend at AIU Online is Academic and Professional Success. This class helps the student become aware of their personality types and personal learning style. This is just the first step on the students' path to success. After the student learns how to take advantage of their personal learning styles, he/she is given course materials that have the option to change according to his/her learning styles. This option is given with every course and is very helpful. The resources at AIU Online help the student independently reach their academic goals.

Do you enjoy the experience at your school?

The most enjoyable aspect of AIU Online is the ability to work quickly and independently. A student can achieve an Associates degree in less than two years and a Bachelors degree in less than three years. Another enjoyable aspect is the small class sessions and their flexibility. With each course, there are either one or two live chat sessions per week. These are beneficial but not mandatory. If for some reason the student could not attend a chat session, the sessions are archived and available to see whenever desired. Flexibility is always a plus.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

At first, AIU Online may seem to be quite expensive. However, the cost of a degree is very similar to that of four year colleges. The difference is that the cost of a four year degree or a Bachelors degree is squeezed into a much tighter time frame. For example, a student may pay $40,000 to achieve a Bachelors degree in four years. Whereas, a student at AIU Online would pay the same amount for 2 1/2 years of education, and they would still receive the same degree. Oh, and in case your wondering, AIU Online is accredited by the Higher Learning Association and is a member of the North Central Association.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

1) Make sure you have a back up internet source in case their is loss of electricity or computer malfunctions, such as using a computer at the local library or going to a friend or relative's residence to do school work. 2) Be committed to finishing your work in the given time frame. Since the average class only lasts five weeks, it is very important that you finish each week of work on time. 3) Become aquainted with your advisors and professors. It is their job to help you out and make your quest to academic success as smooth as possible. They do a magnificent job and are happy to help.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

AIU Online is great for student's that drive on being independent and who love finishing their work in short periods of time. AIU Online is also great for students that have a hectic life revolving around work, home, children, nonprofit organizations, and school. Since AIU offers programs online, students don't have to waste their work time with commute time and they don't have to live on campus. Students who like using their time efficiently are great candidates for AIU Online.