11 Universities Offering Competency-Based Degrees

4. Northern Arizona University — Personalized Learning

Northern Arizona University offers a personalized-learning or competency-style option that targets working adults who need flexible pacing to finish degrees. These pathways typically break programs into discrete skill sets so learners can advance as they show competency. Verify which bachelor's or certificate programs at NAU use the personalized-learning model and ask about time-to-degree estimates for transfer students. [VERIFY: check NAU personalized learning program page — insert URL] Tuition structures vary by program, so confirm whether NAU charges per credit, per term, or uses another pricing method for this track. [VERIFY: check tuition page — insert URL] Next steps: connect with NAU enrollment services, request a transfer-credit audit, and ask for sample competency rubrics so you can compare expectations against your current skills. [VERIFY: transfer-audit link — insert URL] Personalized learning works best when you want to translate on-the-job experience into academic credit. [IMAGE: find licensed stock photo; alt text: Student studying at home with notes]