Phoenix – September 15, 2026 -- University of Phoenix recognized 32,416 students on its July 2026 President's and Dean's Lists, honoring adult learners who balanced coursework with jobs and family obligations.
President's List required a perfect 4.0 GPA
Of the honorees, 9,496 students earned President's List status by achieving a 4.0 grade point average, while 22,920 students were named to the Dean's Lists for high academic standing in their programs.
A Reddit giveaway drew 787 student submissions
As part of the recognition, University of Phoenix invited eligible students to join its subreddit and describe what mattered most about their educational journey. The giveaway generated 787 eligible entries, and 30 participants received University of Phoenix swag boxes.
Recurring themes in the submissions included flexibility to juggle school with work and family, coursework tied directly to career goals, becoming the first in a family to earn a degree, and pursuing advanced degrees after graduation.
Graduates describe balancing school with jobs and caregiving
Derell Vanstory, who completed a Bachelor of Science in Business and earned Dean's List recognition, plans to pursue dual MBA and Master of Health Administration degrees this fall as he moves toward a healthcare leadership career. "Balancing school, work, and family responsibilities taught me that success isn't about having an easy path, it's about continuing to move forward even when things get difficult,