The University of the People is a California-based online university offering places to 500 Syrian refugees to allow them to complete degree courses. The platform is currently the fast-growing, non-profit project designed to provide higher education to those who want to study, but do not have financial or physical access to a traditional university. Students from 180 countries are currently studying fully accredited four-year degrees, with all courses taught completely online. In addition to providing free education, the website also offers scholarships and other educational opportunities for students in need.
The University of the People is a California-based online university offering places to 500 Syrian refugees to allow them to complete degree courses. The platform is currently the fast-growing, non-profit project designed to provide higher education to those who want to study, but do not have financial or physical access to a traditional university. Students from 180 countries are currently studying fully accredited four-year degrees, with all courses taught completely online. The full cost of a degree is normally around $4,000, however that fee is being waived for the Syrian refugees.