Ashworth University

Question. Can your training really help prepare me for a career?
Answer. All of our courses are developed by experts who have worked as professionals in their careers. They know what it takes to succeed, and they want you to succeed, too. Therefore, your course includes practical knowledge and skills designed for use in the “real world.”

You'll start with the fundamental principles which form the basic concepts of your field. Then, you'll dig into your chosen field with essential techniques and procedures. Everything's presented clearly in a step-by-step format. The authoritative textbooks, lessons, and study guides for each of our courses are comprehensive and detailed, and carefully selected for successful, self-paced independent study. In fact, your textbooks are produced by some of the nation's finest educational publishers. You should be completely pleased with both the quality and depth of instruction.

Question. What if I need help along the way?
Answer. We want to make your distance learning experience both enjoyable and beneficial. To help make this possible, the Ashworth University faculty and instructional staff will closely monitor your progress during your studies. If you have questions or want to discuss a point in your studies, just write, call, fax, or E-mail us 24 hours a day. We'll give you prompt, personal, and detailed assistance.

Should you have a question concerning your tuition payments, transcripts, shipment of course materials, or need to inform us of a change in your contact information, please refer to the Student Services section of this Website. Important Note: whenever you contact the school, please remember to give us your telephone number or E-mail address, and your student number. Otherwise, we may not be able to respond.

Question. How do the exams work?
Answer. As you complete your lessons, you'll be assigned periodic exams. You'll take these with your books and notes open, whenever you're ready. This is a method that's designed to help you lock in key concepts. Mail your exam to us whenever you're ready. For your convenience, most exams are available to take online. Essay and report-style exams may not be available to submit online.

We make every effort to grade exams the same day we receive them. If you take your exam online, you should receive your results within 24 hours. If you mail your scanned exam to us, we'll mail your results back to you in about a week. Along with your grade, you may receive helpful comments and suggestions from your instructor. Hand graded exams may take up to 2 weeks after received.

Question. What are the prerequisites for enrolling in Ashworth University?
Answer. For the vast majority of our course offerings, you'll need no special training or education or experience to enroll. However, some courses require a high school diploma, or an introductory level of technical ability or familiarity with the subject matter. For details, read the individual Course Description to see if your course has any prerequisites.

Question. Will I have to buy anything extra after I enroll?
Answer. Absolutely not. All of your texts, lessons, study guides, supplemental references, and any special supplies are included with your tuition. They're all yours to keep and use, both while you study and later in your career. Some of our computer training courses require the use of a computer.

JMHS requires use of computer or typewriter for some courses; others require a tape recorder; others require a scientific calculator. These are not furnished by us.

Question. How long should it take for me to graduate?
Answer. Most of our career programs are designed to be completed within nine months to a year. However, you will be allowed up to two years from your date of enrollment to complete your course of study. There are no other deadlines, and you will never be pressured by us to finish. You set your own pace of study, taking as little or as much time as you need to thoroughly study and learn to get the most out of your studies.

For James Madison High School students, you will be allowed up to 12 months to complete each year of your program. It's possible to complete a typical year of high school in six months. You may apply for an extension.