Argosy University
Reviews and Complaints

Argosy University promotes itself as a caring university where student success is more important than profit. This is a line of bologna!
I've been with Argosy since 2008, working on an EdD-Organizational Leadership. The further I moved into the dissertation process, the longer the turnaround time for responses and, furthermore, a complete lack of guidance through the entire process. What I have been able to discern from my current Academic Advisor (who is number nine) that I've had two dissertation chairs with two completely different expectations. This resulted in a complete change in methodology and rewriting of the proposal and Chapter One. Talk about a waste of time.
The latest chair appears unorganized and to lack significant knowledge of the dissertation and IRB process. The IRB has been submitted six times over the course of five months. Basically, I've been submitting it incorrectly which was only pointed out when I reached out to the Department Dean and Vice Chair. But then again, it was pointed out that this was basically my fault. It is also my fault that the Dissertation Chair takes too long to respond to my inquires.
I am now being told I am at the maximum allowable funding time and will be kicked out of the program. My Academic Advisor's parting shot...Guess you should have made a strong effort to complete. I have an email trail a mile long but no one will touch any of the emails from previous advisors.
I guess Argosy wins because they have $70, 000 of Sallie Mae's money and I am ABD.

Argosy University has kept all my tuition money, Pell grants, federal funding. I never asked for all this money to go toward my education. they are leaving me with no money in which to live. they have been scamming me out of money that should be coming directly to me to do with as I wish. The school keeps trying to tell me that the school is suppose to get paid first which is bull. plus they are charging me for classes I have not even taken yet, and that's not right. I have one class that I failed and they want me to pay the school 1, 683.00, that's not right either. please help me get my money, I am tired of being screwed over by Argosy University.

Shortly before I began the dissertation process, this university instituted a fee they called something like --- electronic fees which basically charged a student, at that time, $75 for access to the books used in a class they were enrolled. Seems ok --- until you check out the cost of the book from the book store or other --- a book was less - $40 to be precise. I protested the fee stating that I did NOT want to have online access to books because I preferred the hard copy and also needed to save money. This fell on deaf ears. Under what legal right does any university have the right to charge you for a service that you do not want to use? Shouldn't this be the students choice? The cost of $75 for a $40 book - in what plane of existence does this seem fair? They also promised me I would have the same academic adviser throughout the dissertation process. WRONG - I lost count of how many I had! They should not make any promises they cannot keep. These are just a few of my complaints. There are a lot more but I just don't feel like talking about them. I am done with my doctorate and glad to not have to deal with them anymore.

Please read all public records and fully research prior to enrolling in this school for the psychology doctoral degrees. I was a student at this university for 6 + years, worked very hard, achieved a high GPA and was dismissed arbitrarily. There are promises of APA accreditation, practicum and internship placements which are actual lies. This school will not support your academic progress and the nepotism is very apparent. If you speak out and discuss your concerns about site placements and accreditation, blacklisting will become apparent. Double standards and unethical practice are paving the way here and knowing what I now know, I would not want a diploma with my name on it from this university. Education is only really valuable when attained from a quality and ethical establishment.

Argosy University mixed up my information with another student. They said that I did not pass my Comp Exam. I showed the email proving I passed. My chair apologized and asked to buy me lunch. I said "no thank." I left shaking and confused about such a collosal mistake. After four years of my cand time for my dissertation my first chair was not accessible. By the time I got a new chair I was simply exhausted and discouraged. I have not finished my degree. I appealed but they denied my appeal. Anyone has the same ezpsrience please contact me. I will not let them take my monwy and not finish my degree.

In 2009 on March 10 I was quickly ushered into start school at Argosy University. In signing up I told them I wanted to pay my own bill. Ben Binus was my enrollment support connection . I know the class was already 10 days late. I had not gotten my books. But I tried to stay up. The professor was horrible. This being an online class. He was rude. I remember a student who trying to speak to him, who had made a F. She was cordial, but he was rude. The class ended around May 10, 2009 and my books never came. It was the worst class. I tried to be positive. I didn't want an F. And with my not have the book, but using an out dated book, I was trying to stay up with the class. Then as I was taking a class. Since I was a doctrate candidate I got a correspondance to sign up for the to attend a manditory class. It was connected to an up coming class and if I did not sign up, even if I took the next class which I had not planned to sign up as the first class.and not go to the Residancy for the doctrate they said I would get an F. Well that meeting was on June 4, 2009. I am an overseas school teacher. I explained I could not go, because I had to my second grade class to ended on the 11th. I could not come to the states on the 4th and swing back to the overseas to end my class on the 11th. Plus just leaving my students and not be there to end the year. I could not do that. So, I got the date changed, but the class I was taking I got my books late there, too. It was the worst. The class was one I would not have selected. I should have been able to selected my classes. I already had a Masters. So the, year ended for the summer in June 2009. I had to go to a NEA convention for teachers. My next class would start on the 6 of July. But still my books were late, but this teacher was good. He listen, but I got sick and I had to drop out for breat cancer scare. I had surgery. And I contacted the assistant and there was another problem. I had about 15 university assistants. Everytime, I contacted argosy support, my university assistants had changed. This last one was horrible. He would argue with you and because my surgery was coming up I told him I could not continue at the Argosy university. I had to take care of my health. So on October 15, I told the assitant I was not able to attend any more, because of my health
Then I started receiving calls first from the University. They said they had returned all the money to Sallie Mae. I had attened from March 10 until October 15 from Sallie Mae. I owe the University they said $1800. So I started paying them a $100. Then Sallie Mae came with this hugh bill of with 4 loans attached. One is for 4, 250.00 with a outstanding principal of 4, 668.11 and interest rate of 6.800, FFELP an other is $ 1, 149.00 and a outstanding principal of 1, 331.72 and a interest rate of 6.800 FFELP and other loans of 4, 250.00 and an outstanding principal of 4, 693.34 and a interest of 6.800 FFELP and one last loan of 574.00 and an outstanding principal of 664.99 and the interest rate of 6.800 also a FFELP.
Now I only went thru the enrollment. I told the university and while doing the enrollment. I wanted to pay my way. Anyway when I signed the enrollment. I knew I could get no loans. But as you see I have four loans. Argosy said it sent all the loan money back to Sallie Mae, Sallie Mae is charging me for money it has already received. Why is it the government does not check on Sallie Mae? This are both scams. I can not believe this could happen where they mess up your credit.

Argosy University did not provide me with the education as promised. My student loan funds were not refunded back to Federal Aide. They used unfair recruiting practices; as well as lied to me about their psychology divisions accreditation and/or continued to "force" me into further classes and change majors twice. I have filed complaints for Dept. Of Justice, Attorney General, Dept Of Education, still waiting for some answers. Don't worry EDMC, you will be indited and be forced to reimburse all the students you stole from.

Let's remember to stand together to shut this fraudulent and corrupt institution down!

someone help! I made the decision being young with no family to back me up to enroll to this school, it has horrible complaints and I don't know if I am making the right decision. Does anyone have any experience with argosy? if so I would love to hear you story good or bad before I make the biggest decision of my life! I also heard they are not accredited?

Until recently I was a doctoral student at Argosy University here in Chicago, attending from February 2008 to October 2011 at which time I was abruptly dismissed. The reason given for my dismissal from the program was “Failed Composition”. The subject composition was, for me, the final paper of the program so before turning the paper in I had it reviewed, along with all instructions by an expert in the field, who told me my paper was fine and on point. Yet Argosy rejected my paper and with no further explanation dismissed me. I feel I should at least have been told what was lacking or errant in my paper, which by the way, was never returned to me.
To my knowledge this has happened to three other students during my tenure at the school leaving me to believe that somehow discrimination is involved. Thus far, I have made several attempts to contact the Better Business Bureau and the U.S. Department of Education regarding the matter. I have received a response letter from the Better Business Bureau stating their findings which agree with my theory.
Based on my experience, Argosy University is fraudulent and their practices are deceitful. I want it to be known that the school’s policies are unfair and condescending. Argosy University’s business policies and procedures should be exposed. I was under the impression that the school was to help one to graduate so that an individual can become independent in their field of choice. Argosy has failed on all accounts.

In October through December of 2010, I was unable to complete two courses at Argosy University, due to not having a computer. At the time, I had been leasing a computer and was unable to make payments for the computer, so the computer was returned to the loaners. The two courses I am referring to are: ENG 095 and MAT096. I could not complete anymore assignments for these two courses, after the loss of the computer. I was kept in the courses instead of being Withdrawn, receiving an F for both courses. I did not have the chance to complete at least half of the two courses. I complained to Argosy University on at least three occassions. I finally got an answer of: "Since we did not have a written online policy for attendance at the time, the grades and tuition charges are valid." The total charges for the two courses are $4, 865.00. I also sent Argosy University a copy of the contract that states the dates of when the computer had been returned.
I also had been told that my college review courses would not count as college credits on my Transcripts.
When I made the decision to review various problems I've had with Argosy University, I decided I did not want to continue my education there.

I passed my comp in my educational doctorate program which made me ABD. I was to start my dissertation in May. Being an early bird, I applied for financial aid and was approved by the Dept. Of Ed. Then came the bad news from Argosy's financial aid officer (Who was at the very least unhelpful and rude); I would only be able to borrow tution costs. Being on unemployment and out of work and trying very hard to finish my doctorate with a 4.0 GPA, I am now unable to finish this program. There are costs associated with the dissertation such as an editor for one at the cost of 1800.00. There would be transportation costs, books, copies, faxes, and other expenditures. I also needed to borrow money for off-campus housing since I am making very little on unemployment and have been unable to find a job. (I might have the degrees but I have no experience since Argosy's internships are -8 hours, etc. So, with not enough funding, I had to withdraw from my program today. All the money I have spent and borrowed to make this happen is now at a loss. My credit will be ruined as with no experience and no job, I cannot pay the loans back. I will forever be, "ABD, " with no doctorate which would help to over-ride the lack of expereince. (Such as at the college level.) I even applied to Argosy...after all, if you have such a high grade point average you would think they would want to hire you...but they don't. I am 56 years old and Argosy University has destroyed my life in old age. Do not waste your time or money on a college that has no heart, no support, and that has a very high turnover of both professors and staff. Find a state school that must answer to someone higher up.

My name is Raymond Edward Becerra. I received a solicitation by e-mail in the fall of 2010 to attend Argosy University Online (Arizona Campus) for the upcoming semester that began in January of 2011. I was "recruited" by Brandee Donlin who told me she was my Academic Advisor, and would answer any concerns I had. She told me that based on my GPA, I would need to take an introductory English course and Introductory Mathematics course. She told me that the school provides these free of charge, and that they would not be part of my student loans. I was pleasantly surprised, and skeptical, but Brandee told me that Argosy "invests" in their students, I later found out after taking the courses that she was wrong, and I would have to pay for the courses. She also told me that all the professors were qualified and the online classroom environment was university level work. I was very disappointed, because in every class I took, at least 40% of the students couldn't spell basic English words, and their sentence structure and grammar was high school level, at best. What was even more disappointing was that each professor in every class did not correct the students, and accepted this lack of basic skills from the students. When I complained to the professors, I was told that, " most of the online students have been out of school for a long time, and they were doing the best they could". I was very disappointed in the high school environment! It appeared to me, that the professors were instructed from "higher up" to accept all the students, so that they wouldn't lose the money from the students. The professors also didn't respond to e-mail question I had on a timely manner. Instructor Kelly told me that she had another job, and that she wasn't always able to respond quickly. I was very discouraged because this wasn't what I was told Argosy University Online standards were. I feel that I was completely lied to and that they weren't really concerned with my education. I was told by Ms. Donlin, that they receive a "commission" for the students that they recruit. I was surprised that she told me that, but at the time, I didn't think too much of it, Now, in hindsight, I should have seen that as a sign that Argosy University Online is a business for profit, and not a legitimate University. I feel that I should not be held responsible for the student loan debt that I incurred during my time with Argosy because of the above. There are other complaints, but in summary, I tried Argosy because my 6 year old daughter was on Dialysis for Kidney Renal failure, and was awaiting a transplant. The online classes gave me the flexibility to do my classes during my free time. My studen ID# is [protected]. The last complaint that I want to state is that Argosy is trying to collect money from me, even though I received the maximum Pell Grant and I have a large student loan debt. This is very wrong, and it proves that they are a business for profit, before they are a legitimate Online University. Sincerely, Mr. Raymond Edward Becerra. 5055 Jeffrey's St. Apt F-107, Las Vegas, NV. 89119. My telephone number is [protected].

They kicked me out of three or four classes after two weeks and did not give me a refund of any of my money back. They also refused to give me a refund for a class that I withdrew from. Their classes end one day and the next class starts the next day, not giving you enough time to notify them that you will not be taking the next class. They have bilked me out of at least 7, 000.00 dollars. I owe almost 50.000.00 dollars in loans and I am not even half way through my classes. The financial aid people don't know what they are doing neither does the academic advisers. They told me they were going to kick me out of school after this class has ended in March. They have all my money for the year. I can't transfer to another school without paying out of my pocket. They are crooks..Danice Carter 6565 Dexter St Romulus, MI [protected]

I'm having issues with argosy also. I just withdrew because I can't never get my financial aid rep to call me back and now they are dragging their behinds in returning my financial and preventing me from attending another college. This school is so unprofessional and rude. After a week of waiting on a response to when my loans will be return the rep Kaleayah Montgomery hung the phone on me. I can never get a manager and I hate I choose this school to get my education. I made a complaint with the Arizona state board rep Keith Blanchard.

I need a lawyer willing to take a case again Argosy University as they have caused me extreme stress, frustration and medical issues bordering on hypertension and stroke. If anyone has a or know of a lawyer willing to take on such a challenge, please have them email me.

Mary d

While attending AU, I went through classes with a 3.97 GPA and not once was told I was doing something wrong on assignments being turned in. When it came time for the comp. exam, I used my notes from assignments to answer the questions and failed the exam. When they fail you, they give a very brief feedback form that includes a one or two sentence of the things you did not do. Also, they give you a mentor to work with. I begged for someone to review my exam with me so I could get a better grip of what I did wrong and was denied. I was told that everything I needed to know to pass was on the feedback form and on the mini "cheat sheet" given by the mentor.
I took the exam the second time and followed the cheat sheet and feedback and on the parts of the test I was correct on the first time, I used the same information. I felt good about this test but when I got my grade back, I had failed again. Even though I had used the cheat sheet, I was marked off for items that were never brought to my attention. Also, on the parts of the exam I got correct the first time, I was marked wrong on for the second exam. Some of the feedback remarks were regarding my writing style, and there is a section to be graded on such, however, I was failed on sections even though the content was there, because of writing. Why am I being penalized twice for the same offense?
Why was I never told during classes that I was writing poorly? I do not think I am, but if that is what they are claiming, why did I pass all of my classes? Either they did not teach me during the classes and just pushed me through and now it is showing, or I did well because I earned it and the grading is unfair. Which is it because it cannot be both!
I am ready to be a part of any lawsuit. I have spent way too much money to be treated in such a manner.

Hello,

Has or is anyone enrolled in Argosy University's Online Organizational/Industrial psychology program been misinformed or deliberately told by admissions that it was an accredited program ? Point being, it's not. My concern is in informing future students to be aware of Argosy's sales tactics as mentioned on this site, please do your research and take the time to contact other accredited institutions that may validate the classes for you or to see if transferable.

Together we can stop the fraud.

A concerned citizen.

Hello there,

I am a former student of Argosy University who is working with an attorney to gain justice for students who have been victimized by the poor business & unethical practices of Argosy. PLEASE contact me if you have experienced any of the following at an Argosy University campus:

Unexplained failing of courses
Program changes that add to your program with no explanation or inadequate explanation
Improper discipline hearings
Improper termination from your program
Fraudulent recruiting practices
False promises (i.e. that your program is designed to accomplish certain goals but it is not)
Degree programs that are discontinued suddenly

If you or anyone you know have experienced anything like this and has the documentation to prove it, please contact me ASAP at [protected]@gmail.com

1) Argosy promises an education. In fact it accepts anybody, you will be in class with people who can not read the assignments nor can they write a complete sentence.
2) Argosy promises quality. Example LaVerne Boone (cliams a PhD but has an AA) is a professor at Argosy. She in fact runs a bail bond company in Salisbury, MD.
3) Argosy is cedible. In fact most employers, particulaly in the professions, know all about the degree and will not even interveiw its graduates.
4) Argosy does not promise emplyment. In fact that is the first thing they do when contacted.
5) Argosy is responsible. To the extent that they will milk every possible cent of the Title IV loans--yep they are.
6) Check out how many law suits there are against EDMC (Parent company) on behalf of students at Argosy--two have been enjoined by the federal governement.
7) If interested ask to see an actual class--check out this--there are two childrens assignments per week--most students can not meet the deadlines nor are the assignments relevant. Professors are instructed to "encourage" and never criticize--but check out the plaigarism--roughly half of all assignmnets are plaigarized and the school looks the other way.