Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs
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Online programs at Nexford are moving forward as planned. As universities around the world rush to move their programs online, we’re born online and ready. There’s never been a more critical time to invest in your education.
The COVID-19 health crisis is affecting all of our lives. Here are our up-to-date FAQs.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs
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As universities around the world rush to move their programs online, we’re born online and ready.
Here are our up-to-date FAQs on COVID-19.
Stay at home, you’re not alone
Social distancing can be lonely. Don’t ever forget that with Nexford you have a global network of support, 1:1 faculty time, and a team of success advisors. All you have to do is open your laptop and join the movement. Our Facebook group, Nexford Network is open to everyone.
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Will Nexford remain open?
We understand that the COVID-19 health crisis is affecting your life and the lives of those around you. Behind the scenes, Nexford’s team of experts is remote working, too. Online programs at Nexford are moving forward as planned. Our service offering is designed for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) – it’s actually part of Nexford’s curriculum – so we help you adapt to evolving needs.
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I’m worried about my tuition payments, what should I do?
In these uncertain times, if you’re truly worried you can take a leave of absence and press pause on your education until you feel more able to return to us. We’ve now increased the amount of leave you can take, which you can use at any time – it’s not a one-time allowance. Life happens! It’s there if you need it.
- On the Bachelor’s of Business Administration program, your allowance of 8 months of leave has increased to 10 months
- On all other programs, your allowance of 4 months of leave has increased to 6 months.
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What can I do to help?
Stay safe, stay home and follow your local government advice. You can stay committed to our Nexford values by coming together remotely and supporting everyone affected by this world’s biggest health crisis.
If you’d like to find out more ways to help our global community, contact your success advisor.
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Who can I contact if I’m worried?
We recognize that COVID-19 will have an impact on your mental health and the wellbeing of those around you. If you’re experiencing anxiety, stress or feel as though you’re struggling with your mental health, please talk to your success advisor in the first instance. We also recommend you participate in Nexford Network, our group for learners. We’re all in this together.
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Advice for prospective learners
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Is Nexford University open?
These are uncertain and challenging times. As universities around the world rush to move their programs online, we’re born online and ready. Behind the scenes, Nexford’s team of experts is remote working: it’s what we do.
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How can I apply?
During these challenging times, we’ve made things simpler: you can apply now, start learning and send us your documents later. We know that during lockdown periods, getting transcripts will be harder. So, you now have 60 days from enrolling to submit transcripts and documents.
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I’m worried about paying tuition, what should I do?
We aim to be the most affordable American university in the world. Our monthly payments are affordable so that you can access the education you need for the future you want. You can pay monthly tuition and cancel anytime. In these uncertain times, if you’re truly worried, you can also take a leave of absence and press pause on your education until you feel more able to return to us.