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COMPARE ONLINE LEARNING FORMATS

Choose how you learn

You’re busy. You need the flexibility to study where and when it’s convenient for you. We offer two online learning formats, GuidedPath and FlexPath, so you can choose the one that meets your needs and learn on your time. 

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Two online learning formats fit for your life

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  • Set your own deadlines
  • Take one or two courses at a time
    Finish a course and move on to the next one without having to wait
  • Complete as many courses as you want in every 12-week billing session

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  • Work on assignments with fixed weekly deadlines
  • Take up to three classes per quarter
  • Follow a set schedule of 10-week quarters

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  • Complete your assessments at your own pace
  • Engage one-on-one with faculty to receive feedback
  • Get support from coaches when you need it

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  • Complete weekly assignments for faculty feedback
  • Participate in weekly discussion posts with your classmates and faculty
  • Connect with academic advisors to keep you on track

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  • Pay a flat-rate tuition every 12-week billing session
    Books, supplies, and other fees apply
  • Complete coursework faster to lower the cost of your degree
  • Explore financial aid options

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  • Pay per-course tuition every 10-week quarter
    Books, supplies, and other fees apply
  • Explore financial aid options

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  • Faculty review your assessments and evaluate your level of mastery of the topic

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  • Faculty give you a letter grade based on the quality of your assignment or project

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  • Online
  • Available for select programs

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  • Online
  • Available for all programs

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  • Individuals who want flexible learning
  • Full-time working adults with children or dependents
  • Self-motivated, independent individuals

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  • Individuals who want structured learning
  • Full-time working adults with children or dependents
  • Students who thrive on peer interaction

Try our online learning formats

Not sure which learning format is right for you? Our PathFinder Quiz will make a suggestion based on your learning preferences, and you can take our trial course to see what it’s like before you apply.

1 of alumni agree FlexPath provided the flexibility they needed to pursue their degrees.*

1 of alumni report that FlexPath allowed them to use their knowledge and experience to move faster through their programs.*

1 86% of FlexPath alumni agree that the tuition they paid for their education was a worthwhile investment.*

*Alumni Outcomes Survey 2022–2023

Take the next step

Picture yourself in a cap and gown, ready to take on what’s ahead. Get started on your journey now by connecting with an enrollment counselor. See how Capella may be a good fit for you, and start the application process.

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