ASU Universal Learner Courses
Earn college credit
What are Universal Learner Courses?
Universal Learner Courses (ULCs) are a selection of college courses offered online by ASU and open to all learners. Through ULCs, you can earn college credit for a fraction of the cost, and pay only if you pass.
Who can take Universal Learner Courses?
Universal Learner Courses are specifically designed for those who haven't yet enrolled at ASU but are interested in taking ASU courses and earning college credits. Select the category below that best describes you.
Earned Admission Learners
Universal Learner Courses help learners complete specific prerequisites to gain admission to ASU.
High School Learners
Universal Learner Courses help high schoolers explore their interests and jumpstart their pathway to a college degree by earning credits while still in high school.
Not Enrolled at ASU?
Take a college course.
Benefits of Universal Learner Courses
Pay when you pass
Pay for a course only if you successfully pass with a 'C' or higher, are satisfied with your grade, and decide to transcript the course. Total course cost is $425.
Earn college credit
Courses are taught by ASU faculty. Use credit at ASU or thousands of other colleges and universities across the country.
Begin today
Start making progress toward your degree now! With new terms starting regularly and many courses available at any time in a self paced format, you can start when you are ready.
How it works
Learn about Universal Learner Courses
Get set up
Register online and log in to the learner portal.Sign up for courses
Select courses. Verify your identity. Pay $25 per course to start.Take course
Do assignments. Take exams. Get a grade.Get credit
Like your grade? Pay $400 to add it to your transcript for college credit.
You've earned college credit!
