Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the reputation of DeVry University for its Business and Electronics degrees, exploring perceptions of its accreditation, educational value, and career outcomes. Participants share personal experiences and opinions regarding the institution compared to traditional universities and community colleges.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Technical explanation
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- Some participants note that DeVry is accredited by ABET and other boards, questioning its reputation as a good school.
- Concerns are raised about the cost of attending DeVry and the lack of transferable credits, with suggestions that traditional community colleges or four-year universities may offer better educational options.
- One participant, who identifies as a circuit designer, argues that a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering can be obtained from reputable universities in four years, often at a lower cost, and expresses skepticism about the career prospects for DeVry graduates.
- Another participant asserts that DeVry is not comparable to ITT Technical Institute, implying a distinction in reputation.
- Concerns are expressed about the perception of DeVry graduates among engineering employers, with anecdotal evidence suggesting a negative bias against them.
- Participants share experiences of encountering DeVry representatives who allegedly misrepresent the institution's accreditation and value.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally disagree on the reputation and value of DeVry University, with some defending its accreditation while others criticize its perceived shortcomings and the career readiness of its graduates.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include varying definitions of "reputable," differing personal experiences with educational institutions, and the subjective nature of career aspirations and outcomes.