WGU holds 2 USPTO trademark filings across 0 NICE classes. The largest concentration is in Class 41 (Education & Entertainment) with 2 filings. The WikiTrademarks Expansion Score is 4/100, low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding.
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Recent Filings
| Serial No. | Mark | Filing Date | Status | Classes | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99618015 | WGU | Jan 27, 2026 | Registered | 041 Education & Entertainment | Western Governors University |
| 86795278 | WGU | Oct 21, 2015 | Pending | 041 Education & Entertainment | Western Governors University |
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FAQ: WGU trademark portfolio
What trademarks does WGU hold?
WGU holds 2 USPTO trademark filings across 0 NICE classes. The largest concentration is in Class 41 (Education & Entertainment). The most recent filings are registered to Western Governors University.
How many trademarks does WGU have at the USPTO?
WikiTrademarks tracks 2 USPTO trademark filings attributed to WGU. The brand has been actively filing since October 2015. The count updates daily as new filings are indexed from the USPTO bulk data feed.
In which NICE classes does WGU file most often?
WGU's most active class is NICE Class 41 (Education & Entertainment), with 2 filings. The full distribution across all 0 classes is shown in the Nice Class Distribution panel on this page.
Who owns the WGU trademark?
The most recent filings under the WGU mark are registered to Western Governors University. Trademark ownership can shift through assignments — see the Ownership & Assignment History section on this page for the full chain of title.
Is WGU expanding into new categories?
The current WikiTrademarks Expansion Score for WGU is 4 out of 100, which is low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding. The score combines NICE class breadth, filing velocity, and the rate of cross-class movement from the brand's filing history.
How can I track new WGU trademark filings?
Click the Watch Brand button at the top of this page to add WGU to your Watchlist. New filings show up on your WikiTrademarks dashboard within 24 to 48 hours of being public, alongside any class expansions, status changes, or assignment events.
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