WGU ORIENTATION EXAM REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
True or False:
You are expected to spend an average of 5 to 10 hours a week on your studies. -
Answer-False - Our most successful students spend at least 15 to 20 hours each week
on their studies. Some courses and programs may require additional study time.
What are the three core elements of the WGU BS in Information Technology (BSIT)
program? - Answer-The three core elements are general education, IT core subjects,
and the Capstone Project.
What certifications are included in the BSIT program, and how much do they cost? -
Answer-The BSIT program includes several industry-recognized IT certifications at no
extra cost.
How do general education courses benefit IT students? - Answer-General education
courses help expand knowledge, enhance critical thinking, and provide skills applicable
to IT roles, including communication, problem-solving, and cultural understanding.
What areas of study are covered under the IT core subjects in the BSIT program? -
Answer-The IT core subjects include IT fundamentals, systems and services,
networking and security, scripting and programming, data management, business of IT,
web development, and technical communications.
What are the key components of the Capstone Project in the BSIT program? - Answer-
The Capstone Project consists of a technical work proposal, the proposal's
implementation, and a post-implementation report. It involves solving a significant real-
world business problem.
Are online academic programs easier than traditional classroom programs? - Answer-no
- you will find your online program is just as rigorous as a traditional in-classroom
experience. You can also be confident that your degree carries the same weight as a
traditional degree.
How much time per week should the average student spend on their studies to be
successful? - Answer-15-20 hours per week
What is the purpose of the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-The WGU Student
Handbook provides valuable information about technology assistance, career services,
WGU policies, procedures, scholarships, and financial aid
Where can you find the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-The WGU Student
Handbook can be found in the Student Portal.
, What steps should you follow to access the WGU Student Handbook in the Student
Portal? - Answer-Select the Student Support tab, then choose Student Services from
the Student Support menu.
What topics are covered in the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-The handbook
covers technology assistance, career services, WGU policies, procedures, scholarships,
and financial aid information.
Why is it important to familiarize yourself with the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-It
contains essential information that will assist you throughout your time as a student,
helping you navigate resources and policies effectively.
How often must WGU students engage with their course material or meet with faculty to
remain academically active? - Answer-Students must engage with their course material
or meet with faculty at least every 14 days to remain academically active.
What are some examples of activities that count as academic engagement at WGU? -
Answer-Examples include live academic conversations with a program mentor,
discussions of course content with an instructor, completing assessments, submitting
tasks for evaluation, attending webinars, and using learning resources.
What happens if a student does not engage in academic activity for an extended
period? - Answer-Extended periods without academic engagement may result in the
student being withdrawn from WGU.
What should a student do if they face challenges that make it difficult to engage
regularly in their coursework? - Answer-The student should reach out to their program
mentor and instructors for support, resources, or adjustments to their strategies to stay
on track.
Why is regular engagement with instructors, program mentors, and learning resources
important for WGU students? - Answer-Regular engagement ensures academic
progress and provides students with the support they need to be successful, helping
them stay on track toward their degree.
What has WGU's experience with over 250,000 graduates shown about early
engagement? - Answer-Early engagement within the first 45 days of the term
significantly increases the likelihood of success in the first term, advancing through
consecutive terms, and making on-time progress toward graduation.
What are the consequences of not engaging early in the WGU program? - Answer-
Students who do not engage early are less likely to succeed academically and may
eventually withdraw from the university, potentially leaving with student loan debt and
without a degree.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
True or False:
You are expected to spend an average of 5 to 10 hours a week on your studies. -
Answer-False - Our most successful students spend at least 15 to 20 hours each week
on their studies. Some courses and programs may require additional study time.
What are the three core elements of the WGU BS in Information Technology (BSIT)
program? - Answer-The three core elements are general education, IT core subjects,
and the Capstone Project.
What certifications are included in the BSIT program, and how much do they cost? -
Answer-The BSIT program includes several industry-recognized IT certifications at no
extra cost.
How do general education courses benefit IT students? - Answer-General education
courses help expand knowledge, enhance critical thinking, and provide skills applicable
to IT roles, including communication, problem-solving, and cultural understanding.
What areas of study are covered under the IT core subjects in the BSIT program? -
Answer-The IT core subjects include IT fundamentals, systems and services,
networking and security, scripting and programming, data management, business of IT,
web development, and technical communications.
What are the key components of the Capstone Project in the BSIT program? - Answer-
The Capstone Project consists of a technical work proposal, the proposal's
implementation, and a post-implementation report. It involves solving a significant real-
world business problem.
Are online academic programs easier than traditional classroom programs? - Answer-no
- you will find your online program is just as rigorous as a traditional in-classroom
experience. You can also be confident that your degree carries the same weight as a
traditional degree.
How much time per week should the average student spend on their studies to be
successful? - Answer-15-20 hours per week
What is the purpose of the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-The WGU Student
Handbook provides valuable information about technology assistance, career services,
WGU policies, procedures, scholarships, and financial aid
Where can you find the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-The WGU Student
Handbook can be found in the Student Portal.
, What steps should you follow to access the WGU Student Handbook in the Student
Portal? - Answer-Select the Student Support tab, then choose Student Services from
the Student Support menu.
What topics are covered in the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-The handbook
covers technology assistance, career services, WGU policies, procedures, scholarships,
and financial aid information.
Why is it important to familiarize yourself with the WGU Student Handbook? - Answer-It
contains essential information that will assist you throughout your time as a student,
helping you navigate resources and policies effectively.
How often must WGU students engage with their course material or meet with faculty to
remain academically active? - Answer-Students must engage with their course material
or meet with faculty at least every 14 days to remain academically active.
What are some examples of activities that count as academic engagement at WGU? -
Answer-Examples include live academic conversations with a program mentor,
discussions of course content with an instructor, completing assessments, submitting
tasks for evaluation, attending webinars, and using learning resources.
What happens if a student does not engage in academic activity for an extended
period? - Answer-Extended periods without academic engagement may result in the
student being withdrawn from WGU.
What should a student do if they face challenges that make it difficult to engage
regularly in their coursework? - Answer-The student should reach out to their program
mentor and instructors for support, resources, or adjustments to their strategies to stay
on track.
Why is regular engagement with instructors, program mentors, and learning resources
important for WGU students? - Answer-Regular engagement ensures academic
progress and provides students with the support they need to be successful, helping
them stay on track toward their degree.
What has WGU's experience with over 250,000 graduates shown about early
engagement? - Answer-Early engagement within the first 45 days of the term
significantly increases the likelihood of success in the first term, advancing through
consecutive terms, and making on-time progress toward graduation.
What are the consequences of not engaging early in the WGU program? - Answer-
Students who do not engage early are less likely to succeed academically and may
eventually withdraw from the university, potentially leaving with student loan debt and
without a degree.
