I'm currently exploring hybrid doctoral programs in the San Francisco area, and Westcliff University is one of the schools I've been considering.
I'm specifically interested in a program that combines online coursework with limited in-person attendance, allowing me to continue living and working in Hawaii while having opportunities to network with professionals and students in San Francisco.
I recently spoke with an admissions counselor at Westcliff who explained that their hybrid program would require approximately six in-person visits per year, typically over weekends, while the rest is online throughout the year. That arrangement sounds appealing, but I'd like to hear from people who have firsthand experience with the university.
Has anyone attended Westcliff University, particularly one of its doctoral programs? I'm curious about its academic reputation, quality of education, faculty, and overall student experience.
I'd also appreciate recommendations for other universities in the San Francisco Bay Area offering similar hybrid doctoral programs with limited residency requirements.
I'm open to hearing the good, the bad, and the ugly, so please don't hesitate to share your honest experiences and opinions!
areas of study: Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, Criminal Justice, Education, Government, Organizational Leadership, and Strategic Management.
Thanks in advance for any insight!