ASU Study Hub
For no additional cost, learners who are participating in Universal Learner Courses can browse a library of official and vetted materials, connect with peers to post and answer questions, and get tips from tutors.
Get the support you need
Need help? You’re not alone! ASU is here to support you every step of the way, from choosing your course to earning college credit and beyond.
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Support Coaches are available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. MST.
Feel free to leave messages after business hours — we’ll follow up with you as soon as we’re back online.
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Frequently asked questions, by topic
Registering for courses
Do I have to apply to ASU?
No, anyone who is not enrolled at ASU can take Universal Learner Courses.
If you are planning to pursue a degree at ASU, we highly recommend that you submit an application as soon as possible, so that your transition into ASU upon completion of the program is a seamless experience and we can better support you.
How much are Universal Learner Courses?
You’ll pay a $25 course enrollment fee to reserve your place in the course. If you successfully pass a course with a C or higher and you are satisfied with your grade, you’ll need to pay a $400 fee to add the course your transcript.
How do I register?
You can register at ea.asu.edu by clicking on the “Register” button.
Can current ASU students take these courses?
Admitted, degree-seeking ASU students cannot take ULCs as they are designed for learners who are not yet enrolled at ASU. Included in the tuition are student support services specifically designed to help currently enrolled students persist toward their goal of graduation. If you are an admitted ASU student, please refer to the ASU Course Catalog for available courses.
Can high school students take these courses?
Yes! Any learner with an internet connection and a valid ID (or birth certificate, for learners under 18) can take these courses and earn credit, including high school students.
Getting started
When do I need to be online for my courses?
Universal Learner Courses are asynchronous which means they do not have any live content. While there are weekly due dates in most courses, you can complete the coursework when it is convenient for you.
Some courses hold live office hours with instructors, but these are not required and the content is recorded and posted in the course to view whenever works best for you.
Do I need to order any textbooks or materials?
No, you do not need to order any textbooks or materials. All materials are provided when the course opens.
How long do I have access to the course?
You’ll have access to the course materials (readings, videos, presentations, etc) for 6 months. Quizzes and tests will be available for 2 weeks after the course ends.
Can I change my enrollment to another date?
Yes! From MyASU, you can check out future course enrollment dates and easily change your start date to another term.
Earning credit through ULCs
How long do I have to add a course to my transcript?
Once you complete a course and it has been updated to “Add to transcript” on your learner dashboard, you have one year to pay for the course and add it to your transcript.
I’m not happy with the grade I earned in my course. Can I take it again?
Yes! However, on-demand courses cannot be reset. You may take the course the next time it is offered in a session-based format or wait until a new version of the on-demand course opens at the beginning of every academic year on the first day of class in August.
Academic and technical support
How can I get academic support in my courses?
Visit the ULC Online Study Hub for academic support. You will need to use your ASU Gmail to access.
What laptop/setup do I need to take these courses?
Learn more about our technical requirements here.
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