Driven by Students, Guided by Education Innovators

WGU is governed by a Board of Trustees consisting of educators, industry leaders, and state governors. In addition, WGU continues to draw support from the governors of the member states that were instrumental in the founding of WGU.

Members of the National Advisory Board represent corporations and foundations across the country and provide ongoing support and advice to the university.

The National Advisory Board is made up of a diverse group of industry leaders. Its members help WGU foster a global, visionary perspective in the strategic planning process, ultimately enhancing our ability to fulfill our mission.

WGU is transforming higher education for every learner. Our system is focused on ensuring that every type of student gets applicable skills that they can implement in their career immediately—before they even graduate. Our colleges and programs are directly tied to current workforce needs, ensuring that students are getting relevant skills that will enhance their lives, their careers, and their communities. 

Our system also ensures that learners who need additional help also have the ability to get their specific needs met. Our innovative teams are constantly doing research and working with partners, governments, and other organizations to identify workforce needs and location needs. This ensures that every WGU student is able to get individualized help and skill that is applicable to their life. Our system is entirely designed around the idea that each student has specific needs, and that together we can help meet them.