Penn Foster Group reviews

2.5

39% would recommend to a friend

(278 total reviews)

Kermit Cook

65% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

Penn Foster Group has an employee rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, based on 278 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Penn Foster Group employee rating is 33% below average for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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278 reviews
2.0
Mar 27, 2026

Unorganized

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

You can take clasees for free.

Cons

No growth, favoritism and very unorganized.

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Penn Foster Group Response
3mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for the time you spent with the organization. We recognize that experiences related to growth opportunities, team dynamics, and training can vary depending on role and team. Feedback regarding development, communication, and consistency in processes is shared with leadership and HR teams as part of ongoing evaluation of the employee experience. We remain committed to supporting employees through clear expectations, structured training, and opportunities for growth. We appreciate you taking the time to provide your perspective and wish you the best in your future career goals.
1.0
Mar 25, 2026

Do Not Recommend

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Remote work, remote work, remote work

Cons

Low pay, no advancement opportunities, favoritism, toxicity

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Penn Foster Group Response
3mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for your contributions during your time with the organization. We understand that perspectives on compensation, career progression, and workplace culture can differ based on individual experiences and periods of change. Feedback related to advancement opportunities, team environment, and overall employee experience is reviewed and shared with leadership and HR teams as part of ongoing evaluation. We remain committed to fostering a professional and respectful workplace, with a focus on supporting employees through clear expectations, communication, and development opportunities. We appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective.
4.0
Mar 16, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Care about their people, intentional growth strategies

Cons

Strong budgeting, unclear salary growth expectations

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Penn Foster Group Response
3mo
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a rating! We appreciate your recognition of the organization’s focus on supporting employees and long-term growth. We understand that clear communication around compensation structures and career progression is important. Perspectives like this are shared with leadership and HR teams as part of ongoing conversations about employee development, transparency, and total reward, and your feedback helps us to improve.
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