American College of Education

I am about to finish my Masters in Special Education this spring, with zero debt. I am considering a phd after this. I will admit that I have always been dubious of online, diploma mill type universities. However, I have enjoyed taking one class for 5 weeks, while holding down a full time teaching job, while managing all of the demands of my family. Perfect blend! I have attended a top tier brick and mortar university for undergrad, and now the online option for graduate school has been a game changer for me, as an adult working professional. I recommend ACE for students who need a degree in order to advance their career and for those, like me, who enjoy learning, and need the flexibility of online learning.

Online asynchronous, regionally accredited, B corporation, which makes it affordable to obtain your graduate dreams and goals. I earned my doctorate in instructional technology, and received the dissertation of distinction award for my doctoral research. There is no way that I would have been able to obtain my doctorate in the state of Alaska without a program like ACE. I could not ethically go back to school and put my family in more debt after my masters degree but the total doctoral program at ACE was $24,000 with 0% financing. I graduated debt free with my doctorate. Serving as a graduate assistant gave me the cutting edge to apply for a job that I now serve as associate professor of education. The scholarly preparation, attention to detail and authentic relatable assignments, prepared me to be competitive in the job market after graduation. ACE was my #1 choice!

I have a deep appreciation for ACE because it provides exceptional educational opportunities and its faculty members are both highly professional and supportive. Their commitment to excellence motivates me to strive for improvement and to give my utmost effort as I pursue my master's degree.

Not a serious institution. If you apply to teach, they do not even have the decency to interview you directly. They want you to record your answers to 4 questions and you never get to see anyone. Very convenient. They do not have to take the time to have a conversation and expose themselves. But an interview should be an opportunity for both sides. Without that chance, it only shows that they are cowards and may even have alterior motives. They get to hear about the strategies you use to possibly use them for themselves. In other words, they do not have an intention to consider you in the first place, but you give them free training. Very shady behavior. It makes one wonder how they operate in other areas. - There is nothing fair, transparent, or respectful with asking candidates to speak to a recording device and with nobody to see and interact with.

I completed my M.Ed through ACE and had a positive experience. As a working professional, it was important for me to find a quality online program that was doable while juggling work and family. The 5 week terms were fast paced but structured in a format that is reasonable and easy to manage as long as you're organized. I'm now enrolled in their doctorates program and look forward to embarking on the research path of education.

I recently completed my master’s degree at the American College of Education (ACE), in 2024, and the experience was incredibly rewarding. As a working adult, I greatly appreciated the virtual classes, which allowed me to balance my studies with my job. My course in Mathematics Education provided me with opportunities to complete tasks that were practical to real world situations. The option to double up on courses and the flexible payment schedule by term were beneficial for managing my finances. The student support services were excellent, providing prompt support whenever I needed it. I also appreciated the course structure at ACE, where lecturers facilitate the courses rather than entirely creating individual lecturer specific ones. This approach ensures that the courses are standardized and harmonized to maintain high academic standards. My overall experience at ACE was outstanding, and I would highly recommend ACE to any working professional seeking a balance between work and education.

It’s just not worth it. They claim that the low tuition helps students succeed, but I have to question that—you get what you pay for. A lower-cost education often doesn’t come with the best professors, up-to-date technology, or high-quality resources. Honestly, a local community college would likely offer a better experience.