Here are some FAQs about: Student Life
How many courses can I take at once, and what identifies me as a “full-time student”?
Grantham University’s courses are 8 weeks (56 days) in length and you must complete all coursework for which you are enrolled by the conclusion of the 8 week term. There is no limit to the number of courses that you can take at once; however, we recommend that you only …continued
What learning platforms are used, and what materials are provided to help me progress in my studies?
Grantham University utilizes GLife, our student portal, and the Angel learning platform. You’ll have 24/7, single sign-on access to a variety of resources such as: your courses, grades, announcements, and student account information. Each course varies in the materials used for assignments. At a minimum, you will have a printed …continued
How do I communicate with my course instructor?
You’ll be able to communicate with your instructors via e-mail, virtual classroom hours, and if necessary, by phone. Some of our faculty members are also available on Skype.
What resources are available to help me as I work towards graduation?
Grantham University staff will walk with you and guide you from your first course, all the way to graduation. We offer a variety of learning support tools and resources, including: Personal Student Advisors Veterans Services Tutoring Services Writing and Algebra Labs Mentoring Programs Career Services
What do Grantham graduates say?
Grantham’s student satisfaction rating is significantly higher than that of other comparable universities*, but don’t take our word for it. Visit: http://www.grantham.edu/testimonials/ to see what our students and alumni have to say. * Noel Levitz Student Satisfaction Survey, 2010
How much math do I have to take to earn a degree?
Depending on your degree program and electives you choose, it could range from 3 to 12 credit hours of math.
What is a proctored exam?
Throughout a student’s program of study, an exam from select courses will be proctored. Proctored exams are used to assess mastery of the subject matter presented in the course. This exam is weighted in your overall course grade according to the syllabus. The University offers two proctoring methods for these …continued
How much time do I have to finish each course?
Research on learning in academic programs oriented towards experienced participants shows that the combination of student/faculty interaction and student/student interaction adds substantially to the value of a student’s academic program. This interaction, in conjunction with prescribed course milestones, is designed to facilitate the student’s successful completion of each course in …continued
How do I request my Grantham transcript?
Official Transcripts: To request an official Grantham University transcript, you must download the Request for Official Transcript form. The form will need to be filled out completely, signed and returned by mail to the address provided on the form. Please allow 5 business days for processing official transcripts if all …continued


