Online Schools, Online Colleges and Online Universities

  • A.T. Still University of Health Sciences


    A.T. Still University of Health Sciences - ATSU has over 115 years of experience in preparing future health professionals. The school is internationally renowned and regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

  • Abilene Christian University


    Abilene Christian University - The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredits Abilene Christian University. The school continually ranks as an innovator in providing cutting-edge learning technologies. Graduation from an ACU online program delivers the same degree and diploma provided to on-campus ACU students.

  • Academy of Art University


    Academy of Art University - The Academy of Art University is a nationally renowned art and design college. Founded in 1929, AAU alumni have gone on to work at such creative organizations as Disney, Pixar, Sega, Donna Karan and Hewlett-Packard. The Academy of Art University provides a variety of online art and design degree programs accessible to global students 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Length for each program varies, but typically ranges between one and four years.

  • Allied Schools


    Allied Schools - Allied Schools has more than 15 years of experience preparing students for direct entry into the job market and has enrolled more than 825,000 students nationwide. An online degree from Allied Schools allows students to complete work at a suitable individualized pace.

  • American Institute for Paralegal Studies


    American Institute for Paralegal Studies - Since 1981, AIPS has earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. AIPS meets and exceeds all higher education standards and receives full recognition as a competent teaching organization. Over the school's years of operation, thousands of graduates have gone on to successful, well-paid positions in the legal field.

  • American InterContinental University Online


    American InterContinental University Online - The American InterContinental University Online is an extension of the American InterContinental University, which features campuses in Atlanta, Los Angeles, Houston, South Florida and London. AIU Online earned accreditation from the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. This accreditation covers all online associate's, bachelor's and master's programs offered at the school.

  • American Sentinel University


    American Sentinel University - Nationally recognized academic and business leaders founded American Sentinel University, including a past Chancellor Emeritus of Vanderbilt University and a Vice President for Nortel. The Distance and Training Council Accrediting Commission also accredits American Sentinel University. This accreditation covers all online programs offered by the virtual college.

  • Argosy University Online


    Argosy University Online - Argosy University Online has an academic heritage that stems from three diverse schools: The Medical Institute of Minnesota, the University of Sarasota and the American Schools of Professional Psychology. From this unique heritage, a philosophy built around combined differences delivers a unique learning environment for students.

  • Arizona State University


    Arizona State University - Online classes at Arizona State University focus on delivering a flexible, convenient and student-oriented learning environment. A total of 28 online degree programs are available, including topics such as applied sciences, liberal studies, software engineering and construction.

  • Ashford University


    Ashford University - Ashford College is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The school trumpets a combination of affordability, convenience and accelerated learning. Online degrees at Ashford University are mostly business oriented, but healthcare and social science fields of study are also available.

  • Ashworth University


    Ashworth University - Ashworth University was founded in 1987, following the unification of three Georgia schools: Professional Career Development Institute, Ashworth College and James Madison High School. The strengths and experience of each establishment combined to offer a wealth of high school and college degree programs. Since inception, Ashworth University has been devoted exclusively to distance education.

  • Australasian College of Health Sciences


    Australasian College of Health Sciences - Australasian College of Health Sciences is currently the only distance educator with nationally accredited programs in alternative medicine. The school is accredited by the Distance Education Training Council and was the first distance natural health college licensed by the Oregon Department of Education.

  • Azusa Pacific University


    Azusa Pacific University - Azusa Pacific University offers traditional campus and online degree programs with a Christian perspective. Online certification and master's degrees are available for education-related topics.

  • Baker College Online


    Baker College Online - Baker College was founded in 1911. Since that time, the university has expanded to include nine campuses and six branch locations. Baker College Online delivers the same high-quality education to out-of-state and out-of-country students wishing to further their careers through flexible online programs.

  • Bay Path College


    Bay Path College - Bay Path College is located in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. Online students can expect to learn to same material taught in traditional campus courses. Online programs at Bay Path College feature specialized business degrees in topics such as fundraising, philanthropy and human resources management. Degrees can be earned completely online or through a combination of campus and online attendance.

  • Bellevue University


    Bellevue University - Bellevue University, originally known as Bellevue College, was founded in 1965 by the Bellevue, Nebraska Chamber of Commerce. Bellevue University has since grown to accommodate more than 11,000 students each year. The school features 12 campuses in five states. In 1996, the school introduced online degree programs.

  • Benedictine University


    Benedictine University - Founded in 1887, Benedictine University is a top-tier college that offers online master's degrees in business administration, public health and education. The school has roots in the Roman Catholic community and offers a variety of liberal arts and professional education programs. Currently, the campus is 25 miles outside of Chicago in Lisle, Illinois.

  • Boise State University


    Boise State University - Boise State University offers online master's degrees and graduate certificates to students seeking a flexible way to continue education. Bachelor's degree completion programs are also available for certain healthcare industry topics. The school also offers a variety of online classes that are not part of an online degree program. Classes are typically taken by Boise State University students and feature such topics as biology, chemistry, counseling, English, nursing and history.

  • Boston University


    Boston University - Boston University Online is the distance division of Boston University. The New England Association of Schools and Colleges accredit all online degree and certificate programs.

  • Bowling Green State University


    Bowling Green State University - Bowling Green State University is approximately 20 miles south of Toledo, Ohio. The school established in 1910 to educate teachers, setting the standards for teacher education in Ohio with four-year degree programs.

  • Brescia University


    Brescia University - Established in 1950 by the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, Brescia University first started as Brescia College. Brescia offers online classes that students can apply toward various degree programs, including ministry formation, social work and library science.

  • Bryant & Stratton College


    Bryant & Stratton College - Bryant and Stratton College has campus locations in four states and distance learning opportunities. Founded in 1854, Bryant and Stratton started out as a business school. Today, it is an accredited institution with campuses in Albany, Amherst, Buffalo, Syracuse, Cleveland, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Milwaukee and more.

  • California Coast University


    California Coast University - California Coast University was established in 1973, as California State College of Santa Ana. The name was changed in 1981, but was approved by the State of California in 1974 as a teaching institution.

  • California State University, Northridge


    California State University, Northridge - CSUN was established in 1958 as San Fernando Valley State College, but changed its name in 1972 and has grown into one of California's largest universities. It is part of the California State University system, which is comprised of 23 campuses.

  • California University of Pennsylvania


    California University of Pennsylvania - Established in 1852, Cal U is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Over the years, programs expanded to add more four-year curricula and graduate degrees. Cal U's main campus is composed of 90 acres, with an additional 98 acres for the George H. Roadman University Park recreation complex.

  • Capella University


    Capella University - Stephen Shank, the former CEO of Tonka, founded Capella University in 1991. Shank felt that professionals and adults were at an academic disadvantage from traditional universities. Since then, Capella has continued its efforts to expand its educational offerings. The Capella Education Company now owns the school.

  • Centenary College


    Centenary College - Centenary College is in Hackettstown, New Jersey. In 1867, the Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church established the school. The school has gone from a girl's preparatory school to a junior college for women and then a coeducational institution.

  • Central Florida College


    Central Florida College - Central Florida College, located in Orlando, Florida, is now part of RETS College, which is headquartered in Centerville, Ohio. Founded in 1953 as part of RETS Electronic Schools in Detroit, the school grew to other centers across the country.

  • Central Michigan University


    Central Michigan University - Established in 1892 as the Central Michigan Normal School and Business Institute, Central Michigan University was originally educating eighth-grade graduates. CMU has since grown with 235 acres and wide array of academic offerings.

  • Chamberlain College of Nursing


    Chamberlain College of Nursing - Chamberlain College of Nursing, located in St. Louis, Missouri, was formerly Deaconess College of Nursing. Founded in 1889, Chamberlain has 120 years of experience in nursing education. The school was acquired by DeVry Inc. in 2005 and subsequently changed its name. The college has since expanded to include other campus locations in Addison, Illinois, Columbus, Ohio and Phoenix.

  • Champlain College


    Champlain College - Originally founded in 1878 by G.W. Thompson as the Burlington Collegiate Institute, Champlain College relocated several times before being renamed and permanently settled in the Hill Section of Burlington, Vermont. In recent years, Champlain has added bachelor's degree programs, online education programs and two master's degree programs.

  • City University of Seattle Online


    City University of Seattle Online - Founded in 1973 as City College, a university with a mission to meet the needs of adults searching for higher education opportunities, CityU is located at the suburban edge of Seattle in Bellevue across from Lake Washington. CityU offers nontraditional studying and degree programs to fit the needs of professionals across the country. Forbes magazine listed CityU as one of the top 20 institutions that offer distance learning programs.

  • Clarion University of Pennsylvania


    Clarion University of Pennsylvania - Clarion University is 70 miles north of Pittsburgh in northwestern Pennsylvania. The school, which is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, sits on a historic campus spanning 100 acres. The university also has a regional campus in Oil City and a site at the West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh, as well as extended studies programs with online classes.

  • Clemson University


    Clemson University - Clemson University is outside of the greater Greenville area in upstate South Carolina and is a short drive away from other cities such as Columbia, Atlanta, and Charlotte, North Carolina. In 1889, Thomas Green Clemson founded Clemson University. He designated in his will that his estate would go to establishing a campus for agricultural and mechanical sciences and arts. Originally known as Clemson Agricultural College, today the school continues to expand its academic and research offerings.

  • Cleveland Institute of Electronics


    Cleveland Institute of Electronics - Located in Cleveland, Ohio, Carl Smith first started CIE in 1934, as the Smith Practical Radio Institute. After developing customized lab training equipment for home use, the school expanded its student body and added an associate in applied science degree program to its roster.

  • College of the Southwest


    College of the Southwest - Founded by B. Clarence Evans in 1956, College of the Southwest first started out as Hobbs Baptist College. It was also originally chartered as a two-year junior college.

  • Colorado Technical University Online


    Colorado Technical University Online - Founded in 1965, Colorado Technical University has helped students, particularly adult students, attain a higher level of education. CTU Online continues that dedication by helping professionals add real-world credentials and gain career satisfaction. Through collaborative learning, students engage in hands-on, real-life situations that lead to overall academic accomplishments.

  • Columbia Southern University


    Columbia Southern University - In 1993, Dr. Robert G. Mayes originally founded Columbia Southern University as the University of Environmental Sciences. The idea was to develop distance learning programs for professionals and working adults who were unable to attend classes in a traditional university setting.

  • Concord Law School


    Concord Law School - In 1998, Concord started the first interactive online law degree program, serving students across the country. The school merged with Kaplan University in late 2007, making it the first online law school and a subsidiary of the Kaplan Higher Education Corporation. Today, Concord continues its outreach efforts in admitting bright legal minds into its online degree programs.

  • Concordia University


    Concordia University - Located in Irvine, California, Concordia University sits on 70 acres of campus. Founded in 1976, Concordia University used the ideals of higher education from the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) to create a new Christian college.

  • Creighton University


    Creighton University - Creighton University features 108 acres of historic campus in Omaha, Nebraska, just outside the downtown business district. Founded in 1878 by Mary Lucretia Creighton, the school was originally named Creighton College in memory of her husband.

  • Cumberland University


    Cumberland University - Located in Lebanon, Tennessee, Cumberland University is about 30 miles east of Nashville. In 1842, the Cumberland Presbyterian Church founded the school.

  • Daniel Webster College


    Daniel Webster College - Located in Nashua on 54 acres in one of New Hampshire's largest cities, Daniel Webster College was founded in 1965 and originally established as the New England Aeronautical Institute for its close proximity to the city airport. Daniel Webster College has a long standing history with aviation education and is one of the few schools selected for affiliation with the FAA's CTI Program in training air traffic controllers.

  • Davenport University


    Davenport University - Established in 1866, Davenport University focuses mainly on business, technology and health professions. The school has a long list of degrees for every level, offering students of all ages the opportunity to engage in furthering their educations. In addition to the post-graduate certifications and diplomas, Davenport University also offers nursing degrees for RN and BSN programs.

  • DePaul University


    DePaul University - DePaul University has two primary campuses in the downtown Loop of Chicago and the Lincoln Park neighborhood. There are also satellite campuses in Oak Forest, O'Hare, Rolling Meadows and Naperville.

  • DeVry University


    DeVry University - Herman A. DeVry founded DeVry University in 1931 as the DeForest Training School. The school's controlling share was acquired in 1966 by the Education Group Bell and Howell and later sold in 1987 to the Keller Graduate School of Management.

  • Dominican University


    Dominican University - In 1901, the Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary in Sinsinawa, Wisconsin founded Dominican University as St. Clara College. The college relocated to River Forest, Illinois, in 1922 and became Rosary College before it was changed in 1997 to Dominican University.

  • Drexel University Online


    Drexel University Online - Drexel University Online is a subsidiary of Drexel University, a private university based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1891 by Anthony J. Drexel, the school is now Philadelphia's technical university, offering 11 colleges with 161 degree programs.

  • Duquesne University


    Duquesne University - Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Duquesne University sits on 48 acres of hilltop campus in Pittsburgh's Bluff neighborhood. The school was originally named Pittsburgh Catholic College of the Holy Ghost.

  • Eastern Kentucky University


    Eastern Kentucky University - Originally founded in 1874 as Central University, Eastern Kentucky University is in Richmond, Kentucky, about 26 miles south of Lexington. The name later changed in 1906 to the Eastern Kentucky State Normal School, focusing on teacher education. The school has since added an impressive list of degrees, as well as four regional campuses in Corbin, Manchester, Danville and Lancaster.

  • eCornell


    eCornell - Cornell University owns and operates eCornell. Cornell is in Ithaca, New York, and has been one of the top educational institutions in the world since 1865, being part of the Ivy League.

  • Ellis University


    Ellis University - What makes Ellis University stand out is its ability to offer flexibility for busy professionals. Online classes start every three weeks, which means students can learn and study at a suitable individual pace.

  • Everest University Online


    Everest University Online - Despite that Everest University Online was previously Florida Metropolitan University, the school has campuses across the U.S., as is currently owned and operated by Corinthian Colleges International, Inc. The company, which has been around since 1995, is a leader in online education, with 91 schools in 24 states.

  • Everglades University


    Everglades University - Everglades University is in Boca Raton, Florida, with two satellite campuses in Sarasota and Orlando. The school began in 1998 after Arthur and Belinda Keiser bought American Flyers College.

  • Excelsior College


    Excelsior College - Excelsior College, located in Albany, New York, is part of the University of the State of New York. Founded in 1971 by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York, the school was originally the Regents External Degree Program.

  • Fielding Graduate University


    Fielding Graduate University - Formerly known as the Fielding Graduate Institute, the Fielding Graduate University is in Santa Barbara, California. In 1974, Frederic Hudson, Renata Tesch and Hallock Hoffman founded the school. Since then, Fielding's goal has been to provide mid-career professionals with the opportunity to pursue an advanced degree in a way they could not receive from a traditional educational institution, including on campus and online classes.

  • Fisher College Online


    Fisher College Online - The campus is in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, with additional locations in New Bedford and North Attleboro. Founded in 1903 as a business school for girls, Fisher College has grown from a vocational school to a small population of students studying technical and business-related subject fields.

  • Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences


    Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences - Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences is owned and operated by Florida Hospital. The school is a Seventh Day Adventist institution that offers online programs related to the healthcare industry. The school is internationally renowned for programs in organ transplantation, limb replantation and heart and orthopedic surgery.

  • Florida Tech


    Florida Tech - Florida Tech University Online provides a virtual education on par with the world-class learning experience offered at Florida Tech. Online classes include the same curriculum as campus equivalents. The school offers a cutting-edge e-learning system that combines a variety of multimedia tools that allow students to effectively learn at convenient times.

  • Fort Hays State University


    Fort Hays State University - FHSU Online offers more than 500 virtual classes to students worldwide. Online programs offer a flexible and affordable alternative to traditional college programs.

  • Franklin Pierce University


    Franklin Pierce University - Franklin Pierce online classes offer a combination of traditional liberal arts and sciences disciplines with contemporary real-world practicality. The school currently offers 18 online degree programs. Certification, associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees and master's degrees are all available. Classes are manageable for students juggling a career, family and other responsibilities.

  • Franklin University


    Franklin University - A large percentage of Franklin University students attend the school completely online. The university offers some of the most flexible online degree programs in the country.

  • Full Sail University


    Full Sail University - Online degree programs at Full Sail University deliver a distance learning environment that replicates the renowned success of the college's on-campus programs. Online classes retain the same credit hour and curriculum requirements demanded from campus Full Sail University classes. The curriculum is demanding, but intended to be accessible to working adults.

  • George Washington University


    George Washington University - George Washington University offers graduate degree programs and limited undergraduate programs in an online format. Online degrees relate to fields such as business, politics, education and professional studies. The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools accredits all online degree programs offered by the school.

  • Gonzaga University


    Gonzaga University - Gonzaga University offers several online master's degrees geared toward working professionals. Online degree programs are available in healthcare and business topics.

  • Grace College


    Grace College - Launched in the spring of 2008, Grace College Online is the newest academic program offered at the seminary. The primary learning focus of the school is Christian ministry, and available online classes relate to this field.

  • Graceland University


    Graceland University - Graceland University positions their global campus online degree programs as affordable, accredited and user-friendly. The school offers some of the lowest online tuition rates in the country.

  • Grand Canyon University


    Grand Canyon University - A large percentage of Grand Canyon University students attend the school through online classrooms. Through innovative technologies, high educational standards and a renowned faculty, the school's online program is one of the most respected in the nation.

  • Hannibal-LaGrange College


    Hannibal-LaGrange College - Hannibal-LaGrange College of online bachelor's and associate's degrees. The online curriculum replicates the level of difficulty and comprehension found in the school's on-campus programs. Programs incorporate a Christian perspective. The Higher Learning Commission fully accredits all online programs offered by the college.

  • Harding University


    Harding University - Harding University offers a variety of MBA degree programs online. Programs relate to the fields of business, healthcare, religious studies and technology. Online MBA programs feature lower tuition costs in relation to many other online educators.

  • Henley-Putnam University


    Henley-Putnam University - Henley-Putnam University offers online bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in fields such as intelligence management and counterterrorism. All classes take place online and allow students to complete material when their schedule provides. The distance education and training council accrediting commission accredits all degree programs at the school.

  • Herzing College


    Herzing College - Herzing College has developed a state-of-the-art online education division. The university offers numerous associate's and bachelor's degrees in fields such as technology, business, healthcare, design and public safety. The Higher Learning Commission accredits all online degree programs offered by the school. Herzing College is also a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

  • Hodges University


    Hodges University - Hodges University offers 14 different degree programs completely online. Online classes relate to topics such as business, legal studies and healthcare. Associate's, bachelor's and master's online degree programs are all available. The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredits all online instruction offered by the university.

  • Hofstra University


    Hofstra University - Hofstra University offers a wide variety of classes online. The school also provides two complete online programs for computer science and education. Established in 1935, Hofstra University has more than 100,000 alumni. The school features a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and 68 countries represented.

  • Independence University


    Independence University - With a focus on providing quality online degree programs, Independence University offers a variety of career paths to accommodate the busy working adult. The school offers associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees. Fields of study include healthcare, education and business. Classes offer a reliable, convenient alternative to time-consuming campus degree programs.

  • Indiana Business College


    Indiana Business College - Indiana Business College provides several diplomas, associate's and bachelor's degree programs that students can earn completely online. Topics of study include health sciences, information technology, criminal justice and business. The curriculum is accessible to working adults without disrupting work, family and other everyday obligations.

  • Indiana State University


    Indiana State University - Indiana State University offers numerous online degree programs, as well as individual classes. Certificates, associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctoral degrees are all available via the school's distance program. The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools accredits the online programs.

  • Indiana Tech


    Indiana Tech - Indiana Tech is in Fort Wayne, Indiana. John A. Kalbfleisch founded the school in 1930 as a for-profit technical college. In 1948, it was re-chartered as a nonprofit school.

  • Indiana Wesleyan University Online


    Indiana Wesleyan University Online - Located in Marion, Indiana, Indiana Wesleyan University was founded in 1920 as an evangelical Christian school. IWUOnline has been offering degree programs online since 1997, creating an MBAOnline degree the following year. The school specifically caters to adult learners without the time or resources to attend a brick and mortar institution.

  • International Academy of Design and Technology


    International Academy of Design and Technology - Though based in Tampa, Florida, IADT has campuses across the country in cities such as Chicago, Las Vegas, Nashville, Detroit, Orlando, Sacramento, San Antonio and Seattle. Established in 1977, IADT was founded as the International Academy of Merchandising and Design by Clem Stein, Jr.

  • Iowa Central College Online


    Iowa Central College Online - Iowa Central Community College was founded in 1966 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The school has two other satellite campuses in Webster City and Storm Lake, but its online programs have taken off in recent years, giving students the opportunity to learn from anywhere while still attending a reputable community college. Classes can lead to four-year college transfers, general education or career and technical training.

  • ITT Tech


    ITT Tech - With 100 campuses in 35 U.S. states and growing, ITT Tech has become a leader in technical training. The school established in 1946 as Educational Services, Inc., in Carmel, Indiana.

  • Ivy Bridge College


    Ivy Bridge College - Tiffin University, located in Tiffin, Ohio, established in 1888 and has since grown to include several other campus locations across Ohio in Columbus, Fremont, Cleveland, Lima and Toledo. Tiffin launched a nationally recognized online campus, Ivy Bridge College, to accommodate students who are unable to attend a traditional university setting.

  • Jacksonville University


    Jacksonville University - Located in Jacksonville, Florida, near St. Johns River, the 190-acre Jacksonville University was originally founded in 1934 as William J. Porter University. The college transformed in 1956 from a junior college to Jacksonville University.

  • Jones International University


    Jones International University - Founded by Glenn R. Jones, the initial start of Jones International University was through cable television network Mind Extension University that allowed 30,000 students to take classes through TV. The same concept applied to Jones International University in 1993, with the advent of online learning. The goal of JIU has always been to help working professionals find a way to further education through online degree programs.

  • Kaplan University


    Kaplan University - Based in Davenport, Iowa, Kaplan University is owned by Kaplan, Inc., which is a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company. The school originally started as the American Institute of Commerce in 1937, before the name changed to Quest College.

  • Keiser University


    Keiser University - Keiser University is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with 12 other campuses across the state, including Tallahassee, Orlando, Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, Tampa, West Palm Beach and more. The school established in 1977 by the Keiser family, who saw the need for a new approach to education that would benefit working students. By setting a slower pace, students can work toward a degree and a future career without adding new pressures to hectic lives.

  • Kendall College


    Kendall College - Located in Chicago, Illinois, Kendall College was originally founded in 1934 in Evanston, Illinois. After opening and moving to a larger Riverworks campus on Goose Island in the Chicago area, Laureate Education bought out the school.

  • LA College International


    LA College International - Founded in 1981, LA College International is in California near downtown Los Angeles. The school has been providing professionals and working students with degree options from on-campus or online that will help them improve their education and career opportunities.

  • Lancaster Bible College & Graduate School


    Lancaster Bible College & Graduate School - Located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Lancaster Bible College teaches a biblical world-view for future careers in Christina ministries. Originally named the Lancaster School of the Bible, the school was established in 1933 by Henry J. Heydt. Lancaster changed locations in 1973 and today is a leader in Bible education. The school focuses primarily on biblical teachings and careers in Christian professions. Lancaster students have contributed over 45,000 hours of community service to 220 ministries, including 132 churches in the area.

  • Le Cordon Bleu - College of Culinary Arts


    Le Cordon Bleu - College of Culinary Arts - As the world's largest hospitality education institution, Le Cordon Bleu has a global presence in 20 countries. The name came from French culinary magazine La Cuisiniere Cordon Bleu, which offered lessons from some of France's best chefs.

  • Lehigh University


    Lehigh University - Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in the Lehigh Valley region, Lehigh University began as a four-year technical school in 1865 founded by Asa Packer. Today, the 1,600-acre campus is home to four colleges, 150 buildings and a 16,000-seat stadium for athletics.

  • Lesley University


    Lesley University - In 1909, Edith Lesley founded Lesley University as The Lesley School, a women's proprietary school that focused specifically on early childhood education. By 1944, the name changed to Lesley College, and in 1998, the school merged with the Art Institute of Boston.

  • LeTourneau University


    LeTourneau University - Located in Longview, Texas, LeTourneau University was originally founded in 1946 as LeTourneau Technical Institute by R.G. LeTourneau. What started as a technical school to help reeducate veterans from World War II has grown into a nationally recognized educational institution known for engineering, aeronautical science, education and business programs.

  • Lewis University


    Lewis University - Lewis University, originally known as the Holy Name Technical School, was established in 1932 by Bishop Bernard J. Sheil and the Chicago Archdiocese. By 1940, the school's name had changed to the Lewis School of Aeronautics.

  • Liberty University


    Liberty University - Located in Lynchburg, Virginia, Liberty University was founded in 1971 by Jerry Falwell as Lynchburg Baptist College. The school changed its name in 1985 to Liberty University. Its goal has always been and remains to cater to born-again evangelical Christians and teach classes from a Christian perspective through church activities and weekly worship.

  • Loyola University Chicago


    Loyola University Chicago - Located in Chicago, Illinois, Loyola University Chicago was first founded in 1870, as Saint Ignatius College after the Jesuit patron. By 1909, the school changed its name, adding several other schools and expanding throughout the decades. Loyola is one of 28 members of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities and the largest Jesuit college in the country.

  • Marist College


    Marist College - Marist College is located in Poughkeepsie, New York, on the east bank of the Hudson River. The school also has satellite campuses in Goshen, Monticello, Fishkill and Goshen. Established in 1905, Marist College's roots go back to the Marist Brothers in the early 1800s. The French Catholic group bought property and named it Saint Ann's Hermitage as a training center for young men.

  • Marylhurst University


    Marylhurst University - Marylhurst University is located in Marylhurst, Oregon, on the Willamette River right outside of Portland. Among the oldest collegiate institutions in Oregon, Marylhurst was founded as St. Mary's Academy and College in 1893 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. Originally a women's school, St. Mary's expanded over the years and was later renamed to Marylhurst College.

  • MCed Career College


    MCed Career College - Located in Fresno, California, MCED Career College provides programs that focus on preparing students for entry-level occupations in the business, legal, technology and medical fields. The goal of MCED is to upgrade and enhance curriculum and facilities, as well as mentor and nurture students so they receive a supportive learning environment.

  • McKinley College


    McKinley College - Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, McKinley College was founded in 2005 as an educational center for students to learn through online instruction. Weston Distance Learning, Inc. owns and operates the school.

  • Minnesota School of Business


    Minnesota School of Business - The Minnesota School of Business established in 1877 by Alexander R. Archibald. The first classes taught involved learning shorthand, bookkeeping, penmanship and English. Originally called Archibald Business College, the school was sold and moved within Minneapolis, and was later sold and relocated again.

  • Mountain State University


    Mountain State University - Located in Beckley, West Virginia, Mountain State University established in 1933 as a community college called Beckley College. It stayed that way until 1991, when the school was renamed the College of West Virginia after achieving four-year college status.

  • National American University


    National American University - Despite having multiple campuses across the country, National American University's main campus is in Rapid City, South Dakota. Founded in 1941 by Clarence Jacobson as a secretarial school called National College of Business, National American University was later acquired in 1962 by Harold D. Buckingham and his family.

  • National Holistic Institute


    National Holistic Institute - Founded in 1979 by Carol Carpenter, the National Holistic Institute started in a house in Oakland, California. A decade later, the school relocated to Emeryville, California, which is in between Oakland and Berkeley.

  • New England College


    New England College - New England College is located in Henniker, New Hampshire, which lies about an hour and a half from Boston and 20 minutes away from Concord. Established in 1946 as a school to serve the needs of service men and women returning home from World War II, New England College is a classic example of the small, East Coast private school. New England College continues to grow, with a strong liberal arts foundation and a competitive academic environment where students can thrive.

  • New England Culinary Institute


    New England Culinary Institute - Located in Montpelier, Vermont, the New England Culinary Institute established in 1980 by John Dranow and Fran Voigt, with only seven students in the first class. By 1989, a second campus opened in Essex, Vermont. In such a short time, NECI has become one of the leading culinary schools in the country.

  • New Jersey Institute of Technology / NJIT


    New Jersey Institute of Technology / NJIT - Based in Newark, New Jersey, NJIT is a 45-acre technological center with six colleges that comprise New Jersey's science and technology university. Founded in 1881, NJIT was originally known as the Newark Technical School.

  • New York University


    New York University - Located in the Greenwich Village section of Manhattan in New York City, NYU was established in 1831 by a group of wealthy and influential New Yorkers, although Albert Gallatin is credited as the founder. Since then, the school has expended to the Bronx and University Heights areas of New York City.

  • Nichols College


    Nichols College - Nichols College is located in Dudley, Massachusetts. Originally founded as Nichols Academy in 1815 by Amasa Nichols, the school received a lot of support from such beneficiaries as Samuel Slater, the "founder" of the Industrial Revolution.

  • Northcentral University


    Northcentral University - Founded in 1996, Northcentral University began as a completely online university located in Prescott, Arizona. The school became one of the leaders in distance learning, combining the convenience of studying from anywhere in the world with a quality education. Northcentral's unique online academic program has grown over the past decade to include subjects of study such as business, management, technology, psychology and education.

  • Northeastern University


    Northeastern University - Located in the Fenway Cultural District of Boson, Massachusetts, Northeastern University established in 1898 as the Evening Institute for Younger Men at the Boylston Street YMCA. The school dealt primarily with Boston's growing immigrant population.

  • Northwestern University


    Northwestern University - Located in Evanston, Illinois, along the shore of Lake Michigan, Northwestern University was founded by 1851 by John Evans and several other prominent Chicago Methodists to serve the Northwest territory. In 1873, it merged with the Evanston College for Ladies.

  • Norwich University


    Norwich University - Capt. Alden B. Partridge originally founded Norwich University in 1819 as the American Literary, Scientific and Military Academy in Norwich, Vermont. The oldest private military college in the country, the U.S. Department of Defense considers Norwich the "Birthplace of ROTC," or Reserve Officers Training Corps.

  • Nova Southeastern University


    Nova Southeastern University - Located in Davie, Florida, Nova Southeastern University was originally founded in 1964 as a graduate institution for physical and social sciences, called the Nova University of Advanced Technology. The school was renamed after a 1994 merge with the Southeastern University for Health Sciences.

  • Odessa College


    Odessa College - Located in Odessa, Texas, which is between Fort Worth and El Paso in West Texas, Odessa College caters to the citizens of Ector County and the Permian Basin in Texas. Established in 1946, the school began in the city's old high school until buying and authorizing building on a five-acre plot.

  • Ohio Christian University


    Ohio Christian University - Formerly known as Circleville Bible College, Ohio Christian University is in Circleville, Ohio. The school established in 1948 as Mount of Praise Bible College, with the goal of training ministers for the Churches of Christ in Christian Union.

  • Ohio University


    Ohio University - Manasseh Cutler, a U.S. Congress representative, is attributed with starting Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. The terms of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, which called for setting up universities as part of the settlement, allowed Cutler and other interested parties to set up a public university. Today, the school offers a variety of undergraduate degree programs, study majors, minors and certificates.

  • Oklahoma Wesleyan University


    Oklahoma Wesleyan University - The Wesleyan Church founded Oklahoma Wesleyan University to provide a college for students that embrace the religion. The town of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, is small, with approximately 35,000 year-round residents. Students who attend the university comprise other religions outside of Wesleyan, with more than 25 different denominations represented.

  • Online Learning at Everest College


    Online Learning at Everest College - Online learning at Everest College is an excellent choice for any student who wants to increase his or her knowledge and education for a few different reasons. The school is accredited, which sets it apart from other distance learning colleges.

  • Oregon State University


    Oregon State University - Corvallis, Oregon, the home to Oregon State University, is a charming college town with about 50,000 residents. More than 2,000 students take part in research programs with graduate students and members of the faculty each year.

  • Pacific Graduate School of Psychology


    Pacific Graduate School of Psychology - The Pacific Graduate School of Psychology offers concentrated psychology classwork from experienced and knowledgeable professors for students seeking bachelor's, masters and doctoral degrees in psychology. In 2007, Pacific Graduate School of Psychology graduating students passed the California Licensing Board's annual Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology at a rate of more than 85 percent. This is compared to an average pass rate of less than 64 percent for others who took the exam.

  • PCDI - Professional Career Development Institute


    PCDI - Professional Career Development Institute - PCDI - Professional Career Development Institute is now Ashworth University. The distance learning college used to be three separate schools: PCDI - Professional Career Development Institute, Ashworth College and James Madison High School. The university offers classes online and through the mail. PCDI - Professional Career Development Institute offers more than 75 programs of study.

  • Peirce College


    Peirce College - Peirce College established in 1865. The traditional and distance learning school is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Peirce College offers classes to adult students throughout the U.S. and points beyond. Faculty members at the distance education college have master's degrees and many of them have teaching experience and on-the-job experience in their respective fields.

  • Penn Foster College


    Penn Foster College - Penn Foster College started in 1890, when Thomas J. Foster, a newspaperman, created the distance learning school to help coal miners who were unable to attend a regular school. More than 13,000,000 students have enrolled in Penn Foster College since inception.

  • Philadelphia University


    Philadelphia University - Philadelphia University established in 1884 as the Philadelphia Textile School. Over the years, the college has been named the Philadelphia Textile Institute and the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science.

  • Pinnacle Career Institute Online


    Pinnacle Career Institute Online - The Pinnacle Career Institute online campus has its roots in providing job skills training. In recent years, the distance learning university started to offer accredited programs of study online. The Pinnacle Career Institute online faculty members provide 24/7 assistance through live chat, email, online forums and interaction with students.

  • Polytechnic Institute of New York University


    Polytechnic Institute of New York University - In 2008, Polytechnic Institute of New York University merged with New York University. The school provides NYU with a dedicated resource for applied sciences and engineering.

  • Portland State University


    Portland State University - Portland State University was founded in 1946. Portland State University academic departments include liberal arts and sciences, urban and public affairs, education, engineering and computer science, business administration, extended studies, fine and performing arts and social work.

  • Post University Online


    Post University Online - Post University online was founded in 1976 to help Vietnam veterans earn accelerated degrees. The distance learning college found that the same principles working to bring vets back into the civilian world also could help working adults advance their careers.

  • Rasmussen College


    Rasmussen College - Walter Rasmussen founded Rasmussen College in 1900 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Academic departments include health, business, justice studies, education, nursing and technology and design.

  • Regent University


    Regent University - In 1997, Pat Robertson incorporated Regent University as CBN University. The school established in 1978 with the goal of becoming a preeminent college with a faith-based doctrine.

  • Regis University


    Regis University - Regis University was founded in 1877 to provide values-based Jesuit education. More than 16,000 students attend one of the three colleges that comprise the school. Regis College provides liberal arts, pre-professional and sciences studies to 1,400 enrolled students.

  • Revera College


    Revera College - Revera College provides busy adults with an efficient way to get certified in a number of hot career fields. The distance learning methodologies allow students to complete classes quickly to get a promotion or to move to an all-new career.

  • Roosevelt University


    Roosevelt University - Edward J. Sparling founded the school as Thomas Jefferson College in 1945. Shortly after the university received its charter, President Franklin D. Roosevelt passed away and the school changed its name. Notable members of Roosevelt University's first advisory board included Pearl Buck, Albert Einstein, Thomas Mann and Albert Schweitzer.

  • Rowan University


    Rowan University - In 1923, Rowan University started as a school for teachers. The college received its university commendation in 1997, changing its name to Rowan University. The school has seven colleges in the fields of business, communication, education, engineering, fine and performing arts and liberal arts and sciences.

  • Saint Joseph's University


    Saint Joseph's University - In 1851, the Society of Jesuits founded Saint Joseph's University. Until 1970, the school was an all-men's college. In 1978, Saint Joseph's University received its university status.

  • Saint Leo University


    Saint Leo University - Saint Leo University Online was established in 1998 to provide a flexible alternative to working adults seeking an education. The school offers several associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs completely online.

  • Salem University Online


    Salem University Online - Salem University Online provides busy adults with a flexible education option that does not interfere with work and family duties. Instruction takes place completely online via the Blackboard web tool.

  • Santa Barbara Business College


    Santa Barbara Business College - Santa Barbara Business College allows students to earn an online degree from one of California's most prestigious institutions. Academic programs boast interactive multimedia content designed to engage the student in an active learning environment. SBBC online provides business-related degrees, but also offers programs in fields such as healthcare, law, information technology and criminal justice.

  • Savannah College of Art and Design


    Savannah College of Art and Design - Savannah College of Art and Design online boasts a diverse student body from all 50 states and more than 90 countries. Online classes retain the same level of challenging curriculum found at the school's campus programs. All e-learning programs take place completely online and require no set class times. Online bachelor's, master's and certificate programs are all available.

  • South University


    South University - South University Online allows students to pursue bachelor's and master's programs from the comfort of home. Online programs relate to the field of business administration, though criminal justice and other topics are available. All online degrees feature identical curriculum to courses taught at the school's primary Savannah, GA campus.

  • Southern New Hampshire University


    Southern New Hampshire University - Southern New Hampshire University offers more than 50 online degree programs to students across the globe. Online classes incorporate a career-oriented curriculum designed to prepare students for immediate insertion into an ever-changing work environment. Online bachelor's, master's and certificate programs are all available.

  • St. Joseph’s College


    St. Joseph’s College - Saint Joseph's College of Maine offers more than 30 online degree programs. Bachelor's and master's degrees are both available. Popular fields of study include business, criminal justice, education, healthcare and religious studies. Online programs provide adequate flexibility to allow students to pursue a degree without interrupting work and home duties.

  • Stevens-Henager College


    Stevens-Henager College - Stevens-Henager College offers several degree programs that students can complete online. The school boasts an accelerated learning platform that allows students to fast track their career goals. All programs provide specialized knowledge that equips graduates with the ability to meet the growing demands of today's job market.

  • Stratford University


    Stratford University - Stratford University offers numerous online programs as an extension of their on-campus degree programs. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools accredits all online degrees offered by the school.

  • Strayer University


    Strayer University - Strayer University Online provides a flexible alternative for busy adults. Students can earn a degree without disrupting work or home duties. Popular fields of study include business administration, education, health services, information systems and accounting. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education accredits all online degree programs.

  • Sullivan University


    Sullivan University - Sullivan University has implemented a full-scale e-learning academic program to provide convenience and flexibility for working adults. The majority of online programs are geared toward the field of business, with specialized programs in accounting, marketing, human resources and other topics. Students can complete all classes online, with no need to ever visit the university campus.

  • Texas A&M University - Bush School of Government and Public Service


    Texas A&M University - Bush School of Government and Public Service - The Bush School of Government and Public Service offers several online degree programs to students seeking a flexible, yet rigorous degree program. The school features graduate certification programs relating to fields of study such as international affairs and homeland security. All online programs are disseminated completely online and include no residency requirements.

  • The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division


    The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division - The Art Institute of Pittsburg Online Division serves as a flexible and convenient education advancement option for students seeking a rewarding career in the creative arts. Online bachelor's, associate's and diploma programs are all available.

  • The Chicago School of Professional Psychology


    The Chicago School of Professional Psychology - The Chicago School of Professional Psychology offers fully online classes and blended format classes that feature both campus and online learning. Online degree programs require students to apply class teachings to real-world applications.

  • The New School/ Parsons School of Design


    The New School/ Parsons School of Design - Parsons is located in Greenwich Village, the garment district of New York City. The school was originally founded in 1896 as the Chase School, but took its current name in 2005 when merging with the New School of Social Research. Parsons is the name of an influential administrator who worked at the school in the early 1900s.

  • The University of Liverpool


    The University of Liverpool - Located in Liverpool, UK, the University of Liverpool was founded in 1881. The university recruits teachers and researchers who represent the best in their respective fields. Eight Noble Prize winners have attended the university, including Sir James Chadwick, who discovered neutrons, and Charles Barkla, who discovered the magnetic properties of X-rays.

  • The University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business


    The University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business - Located in Notre Dame, Indiana, the University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business was founded by Rev. John O'Hara in 1921. O'Hara believed that commerce exists to serve humankind.

  • The University of Scranton


    The University of Scranton - Located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, the University of Scranton was founded in 1888 as St. Thomas College. The name changed in 1938 when it became a full university. The school offers bachelor's of arts and science degrees, as well as a variety of master's degrees and a doctorate in physical therapy. Students receive skills and training to prepare for jobs or continue studies after graduation.

  • The University of South Dakota


    The University of South Dakota - Founded in 1862, the University of South Dakota is South Dakota's oldest and second largest university. The university not only has academic programs, it also has the only fine arts, medical and law schools in the state. Classes are offered throughout the year.

  • Thomas Edison State College


    Thomas Edison State College - Located in Trenton, New Jersey, and named after the inventor Thomas Edison, Thomas Edison State College is a senior public institution designed to help adults advance their education. The college offers the opportunity to study over 100 subjects.

  • Tiffin University


    Tiffin University - Tiffin University is located in Tiffin, a small city located in northern Ohio. The university established in 1888. Among the variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees offered through Tiffin University, students can choose programs in arts and sciences, business and criminal justice and social sciences.

  • Touro University International


    Touro University International - Originally founded in New York as a branch of Touro College, Touro University International is now an independent university located in California. The school focuses on online and distance learning classes that give working professionals, military personnel and other non-traditional students the career advancement and preparatory skills needed in today's job market. Students can earn undergraduate and graduate degrees online.

  • Tulane University


    Tulane University - In 1834, Tulane University was founded in New Orleans, Louisiana. At the time, it was a public medical college. An endowment from Paul Tulane and Josephine Louise Newcomb made it possible for the college to become a private university in the late 1800s.

  • UMassOnline


    UMassOnline - The University of Massachusetts created UMassOnline in 2001 to meet the needs of non-traditional students who do not have time to participate in campus classroom studies because of commitments to family and work. Students from around the world can take advantage of UMassOnline's distance learning programs.

  • Union Institute & University


    Union Institute & University - Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, Union Institute and University gives students the opportunity to learn from distinctive instructors without having to attend many classes on campus. Some online degree programs take place completely through distance education.

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham


    University of Alabama at Birmingham - Located in Birmingham, Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham was founded in 1969. Prior to 1969, the institution was known as the Birmingham Extension Center of the University of Alabama. Rapid population growth, however, necessitated upgrading the program to an independent public university. It is one of three public state universities in Alabama.

  • University of California, Irvine


    University of California, Irvine - Located in Irvine, California, UC Irvine is the second-youngest University of California campus. The school was established in 1965 and is named after James Irvine, a landowner for whom the city was also named.

  • University of Cincinnati


    University of Cincinnati - University of Cincinnati is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The school has absorbed several institutions, including Cincinnati College and Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music. Today the university offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in 16 colleges. The university offers almost 600 programs total.

  • University of Colorado Denver


    University of Colorado Denver - With campuses in downtown Denver and Aurora, University of Colorado Denver is able to serve a large student population. As the largest research university in the state gives, students have the opportunity to fulfill their academic passions and prepare for careers after graduation.

  • University of Delaware


    University of Delaware - University of Delaware was founded in 1743, making it one of the oldest schools in the U.S. The college currently has campuses in Newark, Dover, Lewes, Wilmington and Georgetown. The university is intent on continued campus expansion to better suit the needs of students and researchers.

  • University of Florida


    University of Florida - In 1853, University of Florida was founded in Gainesville, Florida. The university offers undergraduates many different educational opportunities that prepare them for careers following graduation. Graduate students can take advantage of in-depth research opportunities in order to hone their skills in business, law, engineering, healthcare and other subjects.

  • University of Illinois at Chicago


    University of Illinois at Chicago - UIC's origins trace back to several public health colleges operating in Chicago during the 19th century. While UIC was not the first official University of Illinois, it is the largest school in the University of Illinois system. With 16 different colleges functioning within the university, students can receive education in liberal arts, engineering, education, architecture, social work, urban planning and business administration.

  • University of Illinois Global Campus


    University of Illinois Global Campus - University of Illinois's Global Campus launched in early 2008 to give non-traditional  students many of the same opportunities as traditional campus students. Since students are not required to attend classes in order to obtain the training necessary to advance their careers, the distance learning classes at University of Illinois Global Campus accommodate those with busy schedules and obligations to work and family.

  • University of La Verne


    University of La Verne - Located in La Verne California, the school was founded in 1891 by members of the Church of the Brethren. Originally named Lordsburg College, the school was renamed La Verne in 1917 and changed again in 1977 to the University of La Verne.

  • University of Mary


    University of Mary - The Sisters of St. Benedict of Annunciation Monastery originally founded the University of Mary in 1955 as a two-year college. In 1959, the school was renamed Mary College and transformed into a four-year school.

  • University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online


    University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online - The University of Maryland University College originally began as an extension of evening class program offered during the 1920s at the University of Maryland. By 1970, UMUC had become an independent university, part of the University System of Maryland in 1988. UMUC is notable for its overseas onsite classes offered at more than 150 different military installations in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

  • University of Maryland, Baltimore County


    University of Maryland, Baltimore County - The University of Maryland, Baltimore County was founded in 1966 as part of the University System of Maryland. The school is an independent university and not a satellite campus of the University of Maryland. The university offers 54 undergraduate degree programs, 20 undergraduate certificates, 33 master's degrees, 20 graduate certificates and 23 doctoral programs.

  • University of Minnesota, Crookston


    University of Minnesota, Crookston - The school first established in 1895 when the Minnesota state government apportioned funds for the development of a research farm. In 1905, a formalized school known as the Northwest School of Agriculture was created with the goal of training students in all aspects of the agricultural business.

  • University of Nebraska at Omaha


    University of Nebraska at Omaha - The University of Nebraska at Omaha was founded in 1908 in the North Omaha area. In 1938, the campus was moved to its present location on Dodge Street. Today, the university includes the main north campus and a new south campus established on Pacific Street.

  • University of New England


    University of New England - While the school offers a variety of degree options, it is most recognized for programs in biological sciences, psychology, education, business management and health.

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Friday Center


    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Friday Center - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill first established in 1789, making it the oldest state university in the U.S. Continuing education first came to prominence in 1913 with the development of the bureau of extension, a branch of the school designed to reach out to adult learners throughout North Carolina.

  • University of Phoenix


    University of Phoenix - The University of Phoenix first established in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Today, the school offers more than 100 online associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The school operates campuses in 40 U.S. states, as well as Mexico, Canada, Chile, Puerto Rico and the Netherlands.

  • University of Saint Mary


    University of Saint Mary - The University of Saint Many established in 1859 as Saint Mary College by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The school emphasizes Christian values while preparing students to fulfill their potential and serve as contributors to a global society. Online degrees offered at the University of Saint Mary include counseling, education, English and leadership.

  • University of San Francisco


    University of San Francisco - The University of San Francisco was founded in 1855 and includes six divisions, serving more than 7,000 students each year. The school's degree offerings span the areas of law, business and management, arts and sciences, nursing, education and professional studies.

  • University of the Cumberlands


    University of the Cumberlands - Initially founded in 1889 as Williamsburg College, the university is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. The main campus is located in the southeastern area of Kentucky, situated on 70 acres of land. A number of online programs are available, including an online doctoral degree in educational leadership and an online MBA degree.

  • Upper Iowa University


    Upper Iowa University - First established in 1857, Upper Iowa University provides quality education that prepares students to be leaders and lifelong learners. A variety of degree offerings are available at the bachelor's and master's level. Undergraduate programs include accounting, business administration, finance, management and psychology. Graduate programs include six different MBA options.

  • US Career Institute


    US Career Institute - The U.S. Career Institute offers distance learning classes that can be used to acquire new skills or to advance existing career expertise. Many students seek out training from the U.S. Career Institute in order to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to open home-based businesses. Some available training options include:

  • Utica College


    Utica College - Utica College originally began as an extension of Syracuse University and eventually became an independent institution in 1995. Utica College and Syracuse continue to collaborate in offering degrees to students. Utica College's primary goal is to provide quality distance education, small class sizes, flexible class schedules, experienced faculty and fully online programs.

  • Vanderbilt University


    Vanderbilt University - Vanderbilt University was first established in 1873 and offers 70 undergraduate majors, as well as a number of graduate degrees at both the master's and doctoral levels. The school boasts a diverse student population, admitting applicants from all 50 states and a number of foreign countries. While the majority of Vanderbilt's classes require campus visits, the school also offers an online masters program in nursing. Requirements for this online degree include:

  • Villanova University


    Villanova University - In addition to traditional campus degree offerings, the university features a number of distance education options. The school began offering these distance education classes in 1997. In 2003, Villanova became the first school in the United States to use rich media as its major technological delivery. This feature allows students to attend live classes, interact with faculty and fellow students and access an archived collection of past class lectures and discussions. Among the online degrees offered at Villanova University are a master's degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering The school also offers a number of online graduate degrees with concentrations in project management, software testing, business analysis and leadership. Distance education students can enjoy rigorous academics, esteemed faculty and fellow students in classes that allow working professionals to pursue their higher education goals.

  • Virginia College Online


    Virginia College Online - Virginia College Online is an extension of Virginia College, which is a for-profit school that operates at 12 different locations. Unlike some other universities, instructors at Virginia College Online are usually employed in the fields in which they teach. This allows students access to faculty with direct experience in the field. The flexible online learning environment ensures that students can complete assignments anytime during the week and have access to online class materials 24 hours a day. The school offers a number of different programs, awarding online degrees at the associate's, bachelor's and master's levels. Specific online associate's degrees include criminal justice, human resources management and paralegal studies. Online bachelor's degrees include business administration, network management and private sector accounting. Virginia College Online also awards a number of online graduate degrees in the areas of criminal justice, cyber security and business administration.

  • Walden University


    Walden University - Walden University has a reputation as a quality institution of higher learning. The school offers a number of online degree options, giving students considerable room to select a program best suited to their individual needs, interests and career goals. Some of the available online degrees at Walden University include:

  • West Coast University


    West Coast University - As a leader in healthcare and nursing education, West Coast University was the second private university to offer an associate's degree in nursing. The school provides a rewarding, challenging and innovative learning experience in its online and campus programs. West Coast University offers the following online degrees:

  • West Virginia University


    West Virginia University - West Virginia University offers numerous degree programs that students can earn completely online. All online classes retain the same rigorous standards found in WVU campus classrooms. Both graduate and undergraduate online degree programs are available. Popular fields of study include education, healthcare and business.

  • Western Governors University


    Western Governors University - Western Governors University offers a flexible career option to working adults across the country. The school provides a variety of online degree programs in fields such as business, education, healthcare and information technology. The school's specialized education programs are especially renowned.

  • Western International University


    Western International University - WIU Interactive Online is the online division of Western International University. Online students have the choice of attending live online class sessions or listening to recorded sessions. Classes are as flexible and convenient as possible. Online bachelor's, master's and associate's degrees are all available.