Capella University
Online, FlexPath and GuidedPath
BSNMSNDNPBHA / MHAMBAPsychology
Sample course codesNURS-FPX 4005, NURS-FPX 4025, NURS-FPX 4065, NURS-FPX 6030
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How the universities differ
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| University | Course format | Grading or assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Capella University | FlexPath (self-paced, 12-week billing sessions) or GuidedPath (10-week quarters) | Scoring guide: Non-performance, Basic, Proficient, Distinguished |
| Walden University | Online weekly modules, usually 6–11 weeks per course | Course rubrics; discussion rubrics weigh scholarly support and timely replies |
| Chamberlain University | 8-week sessions, online or on campus | Detailed assignment rubrics and discussion criteria |
| Western Governors University | Self-paced 6-month terms; take as many courses as you can finish | Objective assessments (OA) and performance assessments (PA, written tasks) |
| Grand Canyon University | Online courses in weekly topics, typically 5–8 weeks | Benchmark assignments, family health assessments, capstone change proposals, DNP project papers |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 8-week online terms in Brightspace | Weekly modules building to milestones and final projects |
| Liberty University | 8-week online courses in Canvas | Discussion thread, then replies to classmates later in the week |
| Purdue University Global | 10-week terms organised into weekly units | Unit assignments, discussion boards, seminar options, capstone projects |
| University of Phoenix | Courses of about 5–6 weeks, taken one at a time | Weekly Apply assignments, discussions, summative assessments in the final week |