Beware of Northcentral

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New administration, same old crap at NCU. Yet another PhD student "got fucked," then got the runaround from the new prez. Here's the latest from Ripoff Report:

Northcentral University Northcentral University NCU Not allowed to finish (ABD) Prescott Valley Arizona

*UPDATE *UPDATE ..TOTAL DISAPPOINTMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NCU - Northcentral University


Northcentral University NCU
Phone: 888-327-2877
Fax:?
10000 University Drive
Prescott Valley, Arizona, 86314
U.S.A.

Submitted: 11/13/2008 11:59:23 AM
Modified: 11/18/2008 5:48:15 PM
Student
Jacksonville, Florida


I am a student at NCU (NORTHCENTRAL UNIVERSITY) in their PhD program. I am a straight A student with the University. I had an over 3.5 GPA in my MBA program. I am trying to complete my degree and I am not able to get passed the ABD process.

After filing a harassment complaint with the University, my entire experience changed. Now I have had to pay for my most recent 'course' twice and no one will speak with me. They have sent me emails stating that they do not speak with students (which I have documentation of) and that all communication can 'be handled through email'.

Their actions have intentionally made it impossible for me to complete my degree - after spending thousands of dollars and a significant amount of time and energy.

Student
Jacksonville, Florida
U.S.A.

Submitted: 11/13/2008 6:52:49 PM
Modified: 11/13/2008 7:15:10 PM Student
santa monica, California
U.S.A.

NCU - To clarify
I am hoping to speak with Dr. Gardner to resolve this issue. I have faith that he will take the appropriate actions and I will be able to update this report with a positive response soon. I want to be clear that I think very highly of him as an academic leader and he appears to go out of his way to work with students and create a positive learning environment. I do not think that he has been made aware of my current situation (I have tried) or else I believe it would have been resolved months ago.

My goal is to find a resolution and to be able to complete my education and earn my PhD. I do not want to take away from other students' positive experiences and I do not want to disparage the university. I am hoping that by raising my individual concern, I will be able to complete my education and move on.

Submitted: 11/18/2008 3:56:42 PM
Modified: 11/18/2008 5:48:15 PM Student
santa monica, California
U.S.A.

TOTAL DISAPPOINTMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NCU - Northcentral University
Well, so much for Dr. Gardner. After telling me that he was going to call me back and is assistant Stephanie scheduling for him to speak with me on 3 occasions, he has now refused to get involved. Dr. Turner has instructed everyone not to take my calls - so I cannot speak with my advisor or 'mentor' - she has given dozens of excuses for this, but everyone of them is contradicted in emails that I have from her.

I will spend time this week posting the actual emails that I have received so you can see what you can get in the PhD program at NCU.

I have no doubt that this is not the situation for everyone. This is my experience. Just a warning for those of you who are considering NCU.

I would also suggest that you stay away from Dr. Babb - unless you want to rewrite every assignment. As a student who has straight A's in their PhD program and has NEVER been asked to resubmit a paper, I suddenly find that every paper I submit is rejected. Again, just my experience. I'm sure it's different for everyone. Just don't count on Dr. Gardner!