About the partnership
How it works
Get set up
Register online and log in to the learner portal.Select courses
Verify your identity. No need to pay up front, the $25 upgrade fee is waived for everyone with an existing Desert Financial account.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.
Why Universal Learner Courses?
Begin today
Pay for a course only if you successfully pass with a ‘C’ or higher. Total course cost is $425
Pay when you pass
Courses are taught by ASU faculty. Use credit at ASU or at another university.
Earn college credit
Enroll in courses, and start making progress toward your degree immediately.
Courses
Choose from up to 50 ULC Courses:
Check out other learning opportunities as well!
In addition to free-to-start college classes, we also have numerous additional learning opportunities that can get you on the path to success, including:
English Language Learning resources
ASU's online English language and university preparation courses provide high-quality content that is innovative, fun and challenging. Developed by Global Launch, ASU's English language training unit, these six courses help learners improve their English language, advanced problem-solving, critical thinking and academic writing skills.
Get StartedStudy Hall presented by Crash Course and ASU
From the producers of the popular Crash Course, this new YouTube series dives into subjects like writing composition, algebra, chemistry and data literacy. Join us weekly to check out new episodes.
Watch nowme3®: major and career quiz
Find a major, degree program and career that fits you with the me3 online interactive quiz. Easily explore majors and careers that fit your interests and passions. Design the future you want — chart an academic pathway to find the degree and career tailored to your unique interests.
Take the quizVirtual Field Trips: answers through exploration
Used in high school and college classrooms, these interactive and educational Virtual Field Trips feature topic-based, interactive experiences that capture real expeditions and scientists doing research. Many of these experiences also respond to your real-time feedback.
Explore NowOsher Lifelong Learning Institute at ASU
Looking to beat the heat, have fun and learn something new? Join a vibrant community of 50-plus adults with insatiable appetites for learning! ASU’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Summer 2021 classes are from June 1 to July 16 (available on Zoom). Connect with your fellow learners through a 24/7 “Party Line,” discussion forums and bi-weekly letters packed with new, exciting at-home activities.
Get startedCivic education
This rich library of resources is designed to help you be an informed and engaged citizen in American politics and democratic society. Multimedia programs feature nationally renowned speakers, historical texts and other tools to help you become versed in civil discourse and the pressing issues of our time.
Browse programsInfiniscope
Infiniscope uses simulations and virtual field trips to help educators engage learners in a whole new way. If you work to deliver education, you can make connections here that help you build adaptive, exciting learning experiences for your students.
Explore NowSciStarter: Help scientists solve problems
Through citizen science projects, you can help scientists answer questions they cannot answer alone. Share observations, analyze data and play online games to advance important research from astronomy to zoology. Just join a project, track your contributions and earn a certificate for completing the online tutorial.
View the projects