A popular alternative to traditional face-to-face classes and degree programs is online education. With this type of learning, you can fulfill the courses required for an online degree at online schools, and earn that degree without setting foot on a campus. All class materials are transmitted via the Internet, and communications are carried out electronically. You study when you want, where you want.
More and more people are taking advantage of online learning. In fact, according to the Sloan Consortium, 4.6 million students were enrolled in one or more online classes as of 2009, a 17 percent year-to-year increase. These numbers are expected given the tremendous advantages of online education.
What Are the Benefits of Earning Your Online Degree?
One of the major draws of online degrees is the built-in flexibility. Because you can fit in your coursework around your other obligations, you can work, earning an income, while attending school. This is a huge plus if you have financial responsibilities and a family. Online degrees tend to cost less than those at traditional brick-and-mortar colleges and universities.
The Internet affords you access to a large community of online students, whom you can turn to for advice, help with homework, socializing, and more. Plus you can take advantage of other electronic means of interacting with your fellow students and professors, like online forums, chats, and e-mail. This adequately replaces the face-to-face support garnered in campus-based classes.
Online Schools
Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) offers industry-relevant knowledge and training for in demand careers in healthcare.
Jobs in healthcare and social assistance are projected to have the fastest job growth between 2010-2020 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.* In order to address the rapidly growing need for career-ready professionals in many exciting fields, UMA offers associate degrees that can be earned in as few as 15 months.
- A.S. - Health Sciences
- Diploma - Medical Office Billing Specialist
- Diploma - Medical Administrative Assistant
- A.S. - Healthcare Information Technology
- A.S. - Healthcare Management
UNC Kenan-Flagler is one of the world's top-ranked business schools. At UNC Kenan-Flagler, you develop the skills that make you a highly effective leader and prepare you for long-term career success. The strength of the UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA degree comes from a school culture in which members live the business school's core values of excellence, leadership, teamwork, integrity and community.
- MBA@UNC
Prepare for a brighter future with an online degree from the University of Cincinnati. Choose from a variety of career-track programs including Criminal Justice, Educational Leadership, Nursing and more.
- Master of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Taxation
Online Programs That Build Leaders. Credentials That Build Careers.
One of the largest and most respected universities in the nation, the University of Florida (UF) has furthered the personal and professional growth of thousands. Founded in 1853 and ranked among America's top 20 best public universities by U.S. News & World Report, the university's role as a technological and economic force can be felt around the globe.
- Tactical IT Management
- Tactical Marketing Management
- Exec Cert in Business Essentials & IT Mgt
- Tactical HR Management
- Exec Cert in Business Essentials & Leadership
The School of Government at UNC-Chapel Hill, the home of the MPA program, is the largest university-based local government training, advisory, and research organization in the United States. More than 100 faculty and staff members at the School work with public officials at all levels, as well as employees of nonprofit organizations, to address concerns of the public good.
- Master of Public Administration
As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has locations nationwide, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal and sooner than you might think.
- Graduate Project Management Certificate
- M.S. in Administration of Justice and security/Global Homeland Security
- A.A. Foundations in Health Care Administration/Medical Records
- Master of Health Administration - Sustainability Management
- B.S. in Business/Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship
One of the world’s leading private research institutions, the University of Southern California (USC) was founded in 1880. What began as an academic institution of just 53 students has now grown to more than 38,000. Today USC continues to uphold its tradition of integrating liberal and professional education, fostering a vibrant culture of public service and encouraging students to cross academic as well as geographic boundaries in their pursuit of knowledge.
- Master of Public Administration
- Online Executive Master of Health Administration
- Master of Public Health
Study online with University of South Florida. We offer master's degree programs and graduate certificate programs in health informatics that can be completed 100% online. Courses are taught through the University of South Florida Health's Morsani College of Medicine and you'll get the same education as your on-campus peers.
- Graduate Certificate in Health Informatics
- Master of Science Health Informatics
Explore your education online with University of Texas at Tyler. We offer 100% online master's degree programs in business administration in health care management, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering.
- Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Master of Business Administration in Health Care Management
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Join the community of thought leaders at University of the Rockies. Pursue your graduate degree from the University’s School of Professional Psychology or School of Organizational Leadership.
- Doctor of Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies
- Doctor of Psychology, Organizational Diversity Specialization
- MA in Psychology, Career Management and Counseling Specialization
- Doctor of Philosophy, Organizational Development and Leadership
- MA in Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies
Pursue your master's degree online with University of West Florida. We offer a Master of Education in Educational Leadership degree program that can be completed 100% online.
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Advance your teaching career with an online master's degree from University of Southern California's Rossier School of Education. This accelerated program provides the opportunity to earn a respected Master of Arts in Teaching degree and be recommended for your state teaching credential.
- Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Master of Arts in Teaching with Teaching Credential
- Master of Arts in Teaching with a Gifted Certificate
The USC School of Social Work’s MSW@USC offers the opportunity to earn a Master of Social Work degree through the Virtual Academic Center without relocating to Southern California. This online program is designed to prepare social workers with the knowledge and skills to make a difference in world, improve the lives of people and communities and eradicate pressing societal problems.
- Master of Social Work
