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edX - Frequently Asked Questions
What is edX?
edX is a provider of massive open online courses (MOOC). It partners with universities and institutions around the world and makes courses from them available to students globally.
Can I take edX courses for free?
Yes; while not all edX courses are free, some education courses have a free option. Just look for it when you visit the course introduction page, and you’ll be able to enroll at no cost.
How much does it cost to take a course at edX?
Excluding edX’s Professional Education, Boot Camps, and Executive Education courses, it costs nothing to take an edX open course. They offer courses with free audits, where you can view course material without getting a certificate. If you do choose to get a verified certificate with the course, you’ll pay between $50 to $300.
Does edX offer a student discount?
No; at this time, edX doesn’t offer a student discount. However, they do have a library of free online courses and have financial assistance options for students in need.
Is edX owned by Harvard?
No. Harvard and MIT sold edX to 2U, an educational technology company. Today, edX is operated as a public benefit entity, meaning in addition to paid courses, edX offers a benefit to the public: free online courses.
Does edX offer financial aid for its courses?
Yes, it offers up to 90% off courses that provide verified certificates. Most courses with verified certificates have financial aid available. To apply, enroll in a course and complete edX’s financial assistance application. Once you apply, you’ll get an email response notifying you whether or not your application has been accepted.
What is the most popular edX course?
edX’s most popular course is the Introduction to Computer Science course from Harvard. It has more than four million enrollments and counting and has expanded to offer 11 other courses.
Do universities accept edX coursework for credit?
While most edX courses don’t offer academic credit directly, you can see if your university will accept your edX coursework for credit. The Bachelor’s and MicroBachelors programs do offer academic credit that will be recognized at other institutions.
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Sample edX Courses
While edX charges learners for its certified boot camps and programs, you can access their courses and audit them for free. If you’re at a career crossroads, it’s an excellent chance to see if you’re interested in any of the career tracks or programs that they offer. From data science to design, you can get a real sampling of different fields without ever having to commit.
Always Take Advantage of edX Promo Codes
edX is forgiving when it comes to education promo codes and enrollment. If you enroll in a course and find out afterward that there’s a promo code available, they allow you to unenroll for an automatic refund. Once you’ve done that, you can re-enroll with your promo code and get your discount.
How do I apply my edX promo code?
- Go to the edX website, and select your desired course or program.
- Click the “Enroll" button on the course introduction page.
- Complete enrollment, and select “Upgrade to Verified" from your edX dashboard.
- Look for the “Add coupon code" field, and enter your promo code.
- Select the “Apply" button, and complete your order.
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