New Partnership with Catholic University College Program for Adult Learners

Saylor Academy is very pleased to announce a new partnership with The Catholic University of America- Metropolitan School of Professional Studies (MSPS), to provide expanded college degree completion opportunities for MSPS students. Students will now be able to transfer Saylor Academy’s tuition-free college-credit courses into the Metropolitan School, which focuses on adult learners. This college […]

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Africa’s Growing Economy Needs More Skilled Workers: How Saylor Academy Courses Can Help

According to a Brookings Institution report many African economies have begun to experience growth for the first time since 2016. Countries like Angola and South Africa, two of the continents biggest economies, are positioning themselves to sustain their growth. Other countries like Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Tanzania are growing their economies at around 6 percent. Moreover, […]

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(Video) Recognizing Learners Wherever They Are: An Interview with Dr. Peter Smith

In January, I had the pleasure of interviewing Peter Smith, Ed.D., Orkand Chair and Professor of Innovative Practices in Higher Education at the University of Maryland University College (UMUC).  We discussed his new book, Free Range Learning in the Digital Age: The Emerging Revolution in College, Career and Education. Free Range Learning covers changes in the […]

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How to Study Online Courses

Going back to school can be a daunting task, especially when you’re doing it online. At a physical school you will have a set time to go to class, teachers to guide you, and peers to work with. In contrast, with online courses there is no set structure. But this is where our guide comes […]

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5 Tips To Help You Choose the Best College Major for You 

Picking a college major to study is a daunting task for any college student, and even more so if you are going to or returning to college as an adult. Fortunately, you have the benefit of work experience and a higher education environment that’s ready to embrace adult learners as the “new traditional” student, and offer […]

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