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WGU

Western Governors University
Crush Every OA and PA.

WGU's competency-based model is pass/fail — no partial credit, no letter grades. Our WGU-experienced tutors build custom study guides, practice tests, and one-on-one sessions that target your exact objectives.

Competency-Based EducationObjective Assessments (OA)Performance Assessments (PA)Self-Paced TermsNo Traditional Grades
At a Glance
Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, UT · Founded 1997 · Accredited: NWCCU

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Courses Covered
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"Three failed OA attempts before I found this team. Custom study guide, three sessions, 91% on attempt four. I still can't believe it."

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About WGU

Understanding WGU's Format

Western Governors University (WGU) is a fully competency-based institution — one of the most innovative university models in American higher education. Students don't earn grades; they pass or fail each Objective Assessment (OA) or Performance Assessment (PA). Progress requires demonstrating mastery, not accumulating seat time.

Objective Assessments are proctored tests covering a defined set of learning objectives — typically 50–90 multiple choice or short answer questions. Performance Assessments are written tasks, projects, or presentations evaluated against a detailed rubric by WGU's independent evaluators (not your course instructor).

Our WGU specialists have personally completed WGU programs and know both formats deeply. They build study materials mapped directly to the listed OA objectives — not general subject knowledge — so every study session has a direct line to what you'll be tested on.

Academic Requirements

What WGU Expects

Objective Assessment (OA)
Proctored exams covering defined course objectives. Typically 50–90 questions. Requires a passing score (usually 68–80% depending on course). No partial credit.
Performance Assessment (PA)
Written tasks, projects, or presentations evaluated by WGU's independent Task Evaluator team — not your course mentor. Must meet every 'Competent' criterion on the rubric.
Six-Month Terms
WGU charges per 6-month term. Students can complete as many courses as they want within a term. Faster completion = better value.
Course Mentors vs. Course Instructors
WGU assigns Course Mentors (for guidance and questions) separately from the evaluators who grade PAs. This means PA rubric alignment is critical — your evaluator grades blind.
No Partial Credit
You either pass or you don't. A failing OA score or a 'Not Yet Competent' PA result means retaking the assessment after a waiting period.
Proctoring (ProctorU)
Most OAs are proctored online via ProctorU. Students must have a webcam, ID, and a clean testing environment. Makeup exams have waiting periods.
Course Coverage

Courses & Assessments
We Support

C100
All Programs
Introduction to Humanities
Cultural literacy, art history, philosophy — OA exam prep
C168
All Programs
Critical Thinking & Logic
Logical argumentation, informal fallacies, deductive reasoning
C172
BS IT
Network and Security Foundations
Network models, security concepts, protocols — OA prep
C175
BS IT
Data Management Foundations
Database concepts, SQL, normalization — OA and PA tasks
C176
BS IT
Business of IT — Project Management
Project lifecycle, Agile, Scrum, PMP concepts
C180
Pre-Nursing
Introduction to Biology
Cell biology, genetics, evolution — OA prep with practice tests
C182
BS IT
Introduction to IT
IT fundamentals, hardware, software, networking basics
C191
BS CS
Operating Systems for Programmers
OS concepts, Linux, memory management, file systems
C195
BS CS
Software Development Capstone
Full software project PA — planning, design, implementation, review
C207
MBA/BS Biz
Data-Driven Decision Making
Business analytics, data interpretation, Excel modeling
C211
BS Biz
Global Economics for Business
Macro/microeconomics, trade theory, global markets
C212
BS/MBA Biz
Marketing
Marketing mix, consumer behavior, digital strategy
C215
BS/MBA Biz
Finance
Financial statements, time value of money, capital budgeting
C218
BS/MBA Biz
Accounting
GAAP, debits/credits, financial reporting, OA exam prep
C220
All Programs
Introduction to Communication
Communication theory, professional writing, presentations
C228
BS Nursing
Community Health and Population-Focused Nursing
Community assessment, epidemiology, public health frameworks
C229
BS Nursing
Nursing Informatics and Technology
EHR, health IT, data management in clinical settings
C234
BS Nursing
Nursing Leadership
Transformational leadership, quality improvement, team dynamics
C235
Pre-Nursing/Health
Nutrition
Macronutrients, clinical nutrition, OA practice questions
C464
All Programs
Introduction to Communication
Professional communication, interpersonal skills, PA writing task
C750
MS Nursing
Pathophysiology
Disease mechanisms, organ systems, clinical correlation — OA prep
C751
MS Nursing
Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Physical assessment techniques, SOAP notes, PA task writing
How We Help

Expert Support for Every WGU Requirement

Our WGU specialists are matched to your exact program and course — not just the subject. They know the rubrics, the formats, and the language that earns top marks at Western Governors University.

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