Penn Foster College

I am currently enrolled at Penn Foster College and I am getting my associates in Early Childhood Education and so far I love it. I just print my info that I need off of the website because they do not send my books fast enough because I take two exams a day so I can get finished in one year and that is going great so far.

I love the payment plans and I did have to put my loans in forbearance because Penn Foster College does not comeplete forms that want you to specify that you are a full or part time... Read More student and that is what I will be doing until I complete my Associates.

I think that they offer a wonderful program and I would recommend this to anyone that can learn on their own, a single parent, or a person working fulltime and does not have time to sit in a classroom!

For those of you that are having problems, you are in a minority. I am taking the Graphic Design course and if you think the materials are out of date you are entirely wrong. Adobe CS5 just came out in about the middle of 2010, I started my InDesign portion of the program at the end of 2010 and received the InDesign CS5 software. Plus the text book was also for ID5.

If you have received any textbook that is old it is probably because there is not a better textbook available that will give you the... Read More most complete information. I read in the agreement that you have to payoff your tuition withing 6 months of completing the course. Yours might be different, depending on your version of the handbook. For those of you that haven't finished paying, keep in mind that their payment plan is interest FREE! If you pay your bills then there should be no problems.

OK..I wish to God in heaven that people would stop calling Penn Foster a scam school..I started taking the Vet Assistant course a few years ago and i was very, very, pleased with the program..My books were on time, customer service was very helpful and i was impressed with the material..I decided not to take it anymore, and received a bill in the mail, which i expected. You see, i actually read the contract and enrollment forms, and if you decide to drop a program, you'll have to pay a certain percentage,... Read More depending on when you dropped..

Sometimes schools make mistakes..Maybe you didn't get your books on time, maybe someone was rude to you..It happens at any business!

Right now I'm in a brick and mortar school and have had numerous problems regarding financial aid, course material and few other issues..You see, no matter what school you go to , you can have problems. All of the negative reviews I've seen on Penn Foster are laughable..You have to read contracts and do research folks! What school is going to give you a diploma before you graduate??

Some schools may NOT accept credits from Penn Foster, but a lot will..Another thing i noticed about the negative reviews is that they are petty..No school is perfect..But from my experience, Penn Foster is an excellent school..It's accredited, affordable and fits the needs of a lot of working adults, single moms, people that can't go to a brick and mortar school full time..As soon as I'm finished with my current program at the brick and mortar school, I'm enrolling in the Bachelor's in Criminal Justice program at Penn Foster..It looks like a great program...I can't wait to start!!

I find Penn Foster, to be an excellent school. The work is challenging, the instructors are excellent once you set up a decent rapport with them. My books arrive in a timely manner. The fees, (please do your research)is unmatched to any other online school. Yes you do have to prove that you graduated from high school either before you are accepted or once you have started your classes. All I can say is do your homework and do your research, this is truly one of the better online schools available.... Read More

After deciding that I wanted to become a RVT I researched schools. Since I wanted to continue to work FT online seemed like the best option. The reviews for PennFoster were great so I went for it. My first semester went great until the end. Then odd things started to happen. Everytime I would call the school to find out where my books, forms, and paper work were I was told. "Opps! A glitch in the system." Those glitches cost me 6 months in total by the end on the first sememster. I was still okay... Read More and felt that they just needed to get things worked out.

Then it took 6 more months to get enrolled for semester #2. I called for my form 10 times. Always "a glitch" being the problem. I begged to pay online or over the phone and was told that it was not allowed after the first semester. They also wanted me to pay them when I had a ton of credit after paying in full for both semesters and having transfer credits that took classes off. I contacted Dr. Margi on several occasions to get snotty unhelpful replies.

The webnair classes are great as long as you have a good professor. 7/10 times you do. But I still haven't finished my 2nd semester (starting 3 years ago) after passes classes and procotors exams well. They have refused to explain why my pracitum paperwork keeps getting sent back to me. Just sent it back in for the 6th time. After I fixed what they needed the 1st time. Which BTW, wouldn't have been an issue if they had sent me the info in the first place. They lady I spoke with, Mary, at Student Services told me to just print out the 116 page booklet they should have sent me.

I'm sick of being pushed around. I should have been done with this school and be taking my boards. But instead I've been stuck in limbo. I'm just praying that CCCC is gonna take the credit for the classes I passed. I'll be shocked if they do. This school is a scam in my book. At least for the Vet Tech program.

I used the Dog instructor/trainer Certificate program in '07 and was pleased with the results. Some of the material was old, but the methods are still used today. Some of it was intense (like all of the animal anatomy) Later I decided to go back to collage and finish my digree in other studies, and much to my surprise the collage in my state transfered the credits from Penn Foster and actually aplied them. So if the UW takes accepts my credits from Penn Foster, then other collages might not have... Read More a problem with your credits from there.

I have seen so many mixed reviews for Penn Foster but from my experience thus far, this has been the best decision for me in my pursuit of a Bachelor degree. I love the website, I get my books in less than a week, always get fast responses when I have questions or any problems..not one issue whatsoever!! For those that haven't had a good experience w/ this college understand that regardless of what college you choose to attend whether it be brick and mortar or strictly online, you will never get... Read More perfection..food for thought

I started the medical billing and coding program at Penn Foster Career School in August of 2009. I did hard research on this school before I enrolled. When I did enroll in the program, I got my materials on time, I got help when I needed it, and their curriculm was quite challenging.

As of right now I'm still enrolled and trying to finish the program. I researched on this school accreditation, and they are nationally and regionally accredited. If you don't believe this just research on the accrediation... Read More part of the website. To all the people that have negative things to say "Do you research first on schools" !!!

O Yeah, once you complete the course you can go for trying to be certified. I suggest a intern, and then sit for the examination.

I am attending Penn Foster for Early Childhood Education. I would recommend this school to anyone. I have read everyone's bad reviews, and although I can understand some of your points, I don't agree with them. I have not had one problem yet with my education at Penn Foster.

It's an affordable payment plan, not once have they screwed me over with secret or hidden fees. I tried The University of Phoenix online and that's all they did was call me every day to tell me another "fee" came up and after... Read More a week I went from $1,000 to $9,000 A SEMESTER ! I've been enrolled at Penn Foster now for a month so far and not once has there been any hidden fees. My balance everytime I check it is the same as it was the day before. When I made my first payment, the information was updated imediatly.

When I pass an exam, I get motivational e-mails telling me what a great job I did. They do not call me and bother me at all like the other college did. When I complete enough lessons to get my next books sent out, they are quick to set up the shipment and even though it says allow 5 to 10 days for shipment I always get mine in 2 days!! ALWAYS !! the exams are challenging, just like a good college should be. The school itself has a great reputation and they are accredited. I really have nothing to bad to say about this school.

I am unsure about PF based on the mixed reviews that I have read and the information obtained from the PF staff. My concern is about the advertised payment plan that offer low down/monthly payments. After further inquiry, a PF staff member told me that the low monthly payments would increase. They increase because of any previous semesters due. Example: 1st semester you pay $50 down and $50 per month for 22 months. However if you complete that semester in 6 months you will only have paid $350 of... Read More the $1100 due. Now the 2nd semester cost another $1100 plus a balance of $750 from the 1st semester. So the 2nd semester payment is now $84 a month provided you spread your payment over 22 months. Buy your 6, 7 and 8th semester, what started as low monthly payments are now several hundred dollars.

Penn Foster’s phone staff confirmed this and stated that most people pay the amount due before the semester is up. Well the key words are most people. I was looking to complete this degree as soon as possible however, based on other reviews working at my pace is possible but if I don’t pay in full I don’t get any credit for the completed work. Again according to other reviews, your transcript will show an incomplete if tuition is not paid in full. Unlike a traditional student loan, one pays more for the degree however, has the credentials to obtain a job that makes more hence the ability to pay more. I would not recommend PF to a person that is really looking to complete a degree quickly nor anyone who cannot afford $200-300 per month payments.

I started Penn foster college about a month ago and I love it! I'm enrolled in the associates of criminal justice program and am very satisfied. Ive finished my assessments and 2 exams. You have to be very focused and willing to learn. As far as all the bad reviews I'm not really sure what theyre talking about. It's an awesome college. Once finishing your exams your next shipment of books are sent out. It says to allow up to 10 business days but I get mine within 3-4! The pay is amazing also. Very... Read More reasonable. They also answer answer any email within 24 hrs. I highly recommend Penn foster college! I love it.

As a middle aged male I realized my future lay in the Engineering. Drafting/autocad. Penn Foster seemed like a pefect fit for me. Older and with life responsibilies. Learn at your own pace was perfect. so I paid the school in full at 1300 dollars for the materials. I ended up with a 1 year hiatus in testing, But maintained a 90 avg in the Drafting/autocad course. After given a 6 mo extension, and more tests submitted.

I found out I was cancelled due to a time lapse issue.The representative said they... Read More have an 'integrity' issue to maintain. Evidently have no concern for the individual student. But their reputation to keep.. Getting a certificate in 2 yrs.

They pitch the school as 'learn at your own pace', It is anyting but. Perfect for full time students. Part time or working adults w/ children need to consider this. Their approach to the individual student is poor as they advertise the school.

I was apprehensive about trying an online college. But after really spending months thinking about it and researching which one, I can say I am really happy in the vet tech program at Penn Foster. You CAN do a medical program through PFC. There are practicums that occur after the 2nd and last semesters for you to get experience in your chosen field. Before PFC, I had taken a year program to become a vet assistant through a Regional Occupational Program. After finishing, I wanted to learn more. I... Read More went ahead and signed up for PFC. I am very happy I did! The webinar classes are extremely good and informative, testing online is fun! I absolutely LOVE studying on my own schedule. Highly recommended!

I have been taking the Medical Transcriptionist course through Penn Foster, and I have to say that I love this school! As a mother with two young children and a husband who is at work most of the time, I needed a reputable online school for my training in this field. For only $29 to enroll, and $44 a month, this is a deal that can not be beaten! I find the classes informative, I take my exams and submit my projects online, and I have contacted my instructors several times and always receive a response... Read More within 24 hours.

I would recommmend this school to anyone! I'm not sure why anyone is giving it bad reviews, but I have a feeling that those people would have the same problem no matter which school they choose. As in all online schools, you only get out of it what you put into it. If you are a dedicated student who works well on their own, this is the perfect school for you. Soon I will be certified and then will begin a new set of classes in Medical Billing and Coding.

I am currently 1/3 of the way through my "Animal Care: Dogs" certificate and I am very satisfied. I am learning alot and I get to put my knowledge to use because I volunteer at my local Humane Society. As soon as I am done with this program, I will be enrolling in the Vet Assistant program.

I extensively researched this school before I enrolled. READ THE FINE PRINT is all that I have to say to anyone who is considering enrolling in a Penn Foster program . . . or any online education program, for that... Read More matter. If you know what you are getting into, then you have nothing to complain about!

I am currently enrolled in Penn Fosters Vet tech program. I have never had problems with teachers, payments, turning in work, etc. It has all run very smoothly for me and I'm very sorry to those that have had problems.

You definately have to be self motivated and strive to finish the program because if there's one thing I've learned about online schools - its EXTREMELY easy to say 'oh I'll do this a little later today'. You need to set a schedule for yourself and stick to it, just as if you were going... Read More to a campus.

Any questions I have had have been answered promptly and professionally. The teachers are great and I love the online resources they offer.

I also love the low payments. I've found this school to be the most affordable for me and my family and I know I'm still learning as much as any other.

I really can't say enough good things about this school!

And those of you reading these reviews, just remember that most people take the time out to write a review when they AREN'T satisfied with something, so take it how you will but you'll never know until you have your own experience.