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I did learn a lot about financial aid here at stanbridge, but there is a lack of policies and procedures for their financial aid process, which is strange because they've  been around since 1996. My coworkers were great but management was not very supportive, they micromanage, and they constantly grill people during weekly meetings. It started out great and I had high hopes at first but I was pretty miserable here after the first two months passed. The systems they use are very hard to use, especially if you need to make changes, because they made it themselves vs using an already established system like campus view or a system made for financial aid/academic institutions. I also introduced myself with my preferred pronouns (multiple times)and only one coworker ever tried to actually use them. I felt like when I needed support work-wise and with another coworker, management never stepped up.  I also feel like they don't have the student's best interests at heart like they claim, as they have very few payment options for them and not ONCE did I see anyone that received an internal scholarship,like they also claim. 

Stanbridge University always had high turnover in the 8 years I've worked there. This was due to instructors (who were mostly female) either not being heard or not being financially compensated for their hard work. People often felt that their labor was exploited. 

The most difficult issue for me to deal with was the communication between the instructors and the management. When I tried to appeal to management to provide better accommodations for our adult learner students, i was ignored.  Covid regulations created a punitive, constricting environment for learning. Students were being forced to sit in small uncomfortable chairs and wear masks for hours at a time even though they complained of dizziness and headache. The school has a top-down approach to management that often is not conducive to teaching nursing students about the nuances of health assessment and the art of nursing practice. Stanbridge tends to have a militant management style versus a warm, supportive approach, thus, many students drop out of the program and new instructors often don't stay long.

Work environment can be toxic, a lot of nepitism and  raises are minimal and you have to fight to get an increase meanwhile CEO is raking in the bucks.  They pay for "Best Place to Work" status and never address real issues of what employees really think. Benefits, especially vacation accural is poor and it does not change with tenure.  CEO leads with an iron fist and micro manages every department and will not listen to suggestions to improve. Rest of leadership team are his buddy's and a few females that he likes. Communication is terrible and  follow through is even worse. Turn over is a revolving door and no focus on  retaining good people.  Expectations to travel between Irvine, Riverside, Alhambra and San Diego campuses. Focus on numbers for enrollment not quality students. CEO often yells at managers and employees fear him and do not respect his leadership style. Another focus is growth without the structure, supplies and all have to travel to other campuses because everything needs to be shared. Spends a lot on events but not really focusing on employees growth.

The Assistant Program Director at Stanbridge University supports the strategic, academic, and operational leadership of the program to ensure high‑quality education, regulatory compliance, and exceptional student outcomes. This role collaborates closely with the Program Director to oversee curriculum delivery, faculty performance, accreditation standards, and student support initiatives. Responsibilities include assisting with program planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement; mentoring faculty; monitoring student progression; coordinating clinical or lab experiences; and ensuring alignment with institutional policies and state/national regulatory requirements. The Assistant Program Director contributes to fostering an inclusive, innovative learning environment that upholds Stanbridge University’s mission of excellence in healthcare and professional education.

This is the first program that took a chance on me as an instructor. Having to come in with a set curriculum is nice for someone who has not formally taught in a classroom setting before. I learned a lot about classroom management- both online and offline. And since this is not a big program, I got to try out some things that I probably would not have an opportunity to if I were in a bigger university. However, one thing I would have liked is the opportunity for internal promotion to full time faculty. I say that because I initially chose adjunct because I knew that committing too much too quickly has not served me well in the past and I did not want an ugly divorce. But, when I see people I know coming into the programs I can teach at as full timers right away, I feel a little bummed out because I know my CV is reasonably competitive and I can grow if I am given a chance to grow into them.

I have been employed with Stanbridge University for almost two years. From the start of the interview process I met a lot of engaging employees who were nothing but helpful! It was a pretty quick turn around for being offered a position. Since I have started with the University, I find that our strength truly comes from supporting each other and our strong sense of teamwork. The amount of daily and monthly goals we achieve is astounding! The whole mission of the University, I see everyday when our students are studying or engaging in classes. My department team is so strong and I feel highly encourage by the institution to pursue my educational goals. I have never been employed anywhere else that has given me 20% of the support I receive daily. I look forward to many more years of working for this engaging university!

Stanbridge University has a solid program that encompasses the latest technology and a professional atmosphere that nursing students can optimize for their pre- licensure coursework. The culture is inclusive and supportive, and students have ample opportunities to maximize their educational experience by leveraging multiple options to support adult learning. The coursework is appropriate for the success of the pre- licensure student and Stanbridge's utilization of third-party programs to provide additional structure for their curriculum has proven to be a successful recipe. If your instructional goals are to empower the nursing student to enter the field with competency and confidence, then instruction at this University is rewarding. 

- a typical work day for me is very very busy handling attendance, grades, student issues, heavy email correspondance, special projects. 

- i have learned that you keep work and personal separate. 

- i have personal opinions about management

- my co-workers are amazing esp my boss, great classy woman and knows exactly how to keep a team together and organzied. 

- hardest part about the job is just keeping it all together when your in charge of 909 students. 

- the most enjoyable part the job is knowing that you helped several students get thru a bad day, rough times, obstacles with grades/classes, and rewarding part is watching them accomplish their goal as they walk on graduation day.

Stanbridge is a great place to gain LVN nursing experience through on the job training through physical onsite and lab attendance. 

If you choose to attend, school HAS TO COME FIRST, due to the high demands of the accelerated course, everything else is second if you want to succeed. The use of ATI live training tools make the whole preparation for the NCLEX testing very very life like. 

Stanbridge is a young and upcoming school with state pass rates at 100% when I attended in 2009. If you buckle down and do what is expected in addition to taking the initiative in making your clinicals really something to learn from.

No 2 days are the same. Very fast pace multi task work environment with a split/stop interuption at any time. Revolving door in our department with questions, concerns, inquiries, needed assistants and ideas. My team and I are made up of 5 People all from a wide range and varied background. We call ourselves the "Fist" because we work so well together like the 5 fingers of an hand. Before I began working here, I thought I was good at Resume creation. I can honestly say that now: I am excellent! My most enjoyable part of my job is assisting graduates in meeting their Career goals. Exciting, I love it!

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Adjunct faculty 1 salary reported	$43.00 per hour
Faculty 1 salary reported	$95,000 per year
Administrative assistant 2 salaries reported	$21.00 per hour
Administrative services 2 salaries reported	$21.00 per hour
Financial aid officer 1 salary reported	$21.00 per hour

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