Ashworth College, formerly known as Ashworth University, is a nationally accredited commercial distance learning school located in Atlanta, Georgia. Established in 1987, Ashworth incorporates three institutions formerly known as the Professional Career Development Institute, Ashworth College and James Madison High School into one educational organization. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/about/

Ashworth offers High School Diplomas, Career Diplomas, Certificates, Single Course Credits, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees, and Master’s Degrees in over 100 fields of study, including: Business, Creative programs, Criminal Justice, Education, Health Care, Human Resources, Marketing, Technology, and Trade. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/programs/areas-of-study/ Students study through correspondence with instructors, via the internet or U.S. mail.

Ashworth promotes itself as a career focused institution, that allows students the flexibility to study when and where they want, without the constraints placed on students studying in the classroom. Since Ashworth College does not incur the costs of a traditional college or university, because they do not maintain a campus, residence halls or classrooms, the institution is able to offer students programs at more affordable rates, including textbooks and study materials in tuition costs. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/about/

Enrollment is open year-round to prospective students. Within 1 day of receiving a completed application, and arranging for tuition fees to be paid, students will be mailed their course materials and receive access to online orientation. Students are provided with a number of resources, including tutors available six days each week to assist with any questions a student may have. Upon completion of studies, students can opt to have their diploma mailed to them, or they can take part in a graduation ceremony held once each year in Atlanta. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/community/graduation/

The requirements for admissions to Ashworth College vary between degree programs. The general admission requirements for each diploma are as follows:

High school

Students interested in receiving a high school diploma must be at least 14 years of age upon enrollment. If the prospective student is under the age of 18, they must be enrolled into the program by a parent or legal guardian, who can provide proof that the child has been promoted to the ninth grade. Due to the fact that students will undertake the courses independently, prospective students who have previously been placed in special education programs cannot be enrolled. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/programs/admissions/

Career Diplomas and Certificates

There are no prerequisites required for admissions to a Career Diploma program. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/programs/admissions/

Undergraduate Degrees

Prospective students must have a diploma from an accredited high school or G.E.D. program. Individuals who have previously been home-schooled must provide Ashworth with a portfolio before being admitted to an Undergraduate program. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/programs/admissions/

Graduate Degrees

Prospective students must have a bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university, with a minimum GPA of 2.5. There is no GMAT or GRE exam score required for admission. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/programs/admissions/

Transfer Credits

Ashworth allows for up to 75% of a student’s degree requirements to be fulfilled through transfer credits or life/work experience. http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/programs/admissions/