Does Penn Foster Group pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Penn Foster Group employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Penn Foster Group. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Penn Foster Group?

39% of Penn Foster Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Penn Foster Group 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Penn Foster Group?

Student Advocate (18) , Admissions Specialist (14) , Account Executive (13) , Instructor (12) , Grader (7) , Customer Service Representative (6) , Enrollment Advisor (6) , Student Services (6) , Career Advisor (5) , Instructional Designer (5) , Manager (5) , Sales Development Representative (SDR) (4) , Admissions (3) , Client Success Manager (3) , Marketing (3)

What are the pros of working at Penn Foster Group according to real employee reviews?

"Some great people and teams" ((in 17 reviews)); "Benefits are good." ((in 16 reviews)); "Flexibility, work from home, people" ((in 16 reviews)); "Some really great coworkers who care a lot about their work and about people" ((in 12 reviews)); "Great Culture and Values leading by example from the higher ups." ((in 10 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Penn Foster Group according to real employee reviews?

"Very low pay considering the credentials and experience required (Education Department)." ((in 30 reviews)); "It also seems that management cares about management and no one else." ((in 14 reviews)); "High employee turnover due to unreasonable and aggresive manager." ((in 11 reviews)); "The salary is a bit low." ((in 8 reviews)); "Low pay, no advancement opportunities, favoritism, toxicity" ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about Penn Foster Group layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Penn Foster Group layoffs and their outlook for job security at Penn Foster Group in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Penn Foster Group locations?

Scranton , Lehi , Norcross , Boston , Chandler , Atlanta , New York , Salt Lake City , Pittsburgh , Lansing , Sherman , Waynesville , Columbus , Philadelphia , Rock Hill , Utahn , Utah , North Atlanta

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

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (278 reviews)

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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).

Reviews by job title

278 reviews

5.0

Sep 24, 2025

Best place I've worked

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work-life balance, adequate compensation, amazing teammates.

Cons

Previous leadership made decisions that damaged the culture, but new leadership is working hard to regain trust and create a healthier environment

Penn Foster Group Response

9mo

Thank you for your review! We appreciate you highlighting your positive experience with work-life balance, compensation, and your acknowledgment of the efforts our leadership team is making to strengthen culture and rebuild trust. Creating a workplace where employees feel supported and valued is a top priority, and your feedback helps us stay focused on that mission!

1.0

Sep 4, 2025

Incompetent Management

Learner success advocate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hybrid with decent pay and benefits

Cons

Management seems to have no idea what it is doing

Penn Foster Group Response

9mo

Thank you for your review. We are proud to offer a hybrid workplace that supports a sustainable work life balance and adaptability for our team. Our leadership team is committed to strengthening transparency and alignment across the organization. Your feedback is appreciated as we continue working to build an environment where employees can thrive.

4.0

Aug 19, 2025

Good middle management

Sre/devops engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good middle management, shrinking company

Cons

Lots of recently laid off personnel

Penn Foster Group Response

10mo

Thank you for your review and for sharing your perspective. We’re glad to hear your positive feedback about our management team. We also recognize that organizational changes can be challenging. Our focus remains on supporting our employees and positioning the company for stability and future growth.

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