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Online institutions and programs based in the United States. It should be noted that the quality and accreditation vary greatly between distance education programs. Proper research should be performed before committing to a given institution. You should review all of the offerings and qualifications and make sure the program fits with your distance education needs.
http://www.alu.edu/
Offers degrees in information technology, business, and law. Los Angeles, California.
http://www.adamsmith.edu/
Offers distance learning courses in the liberal arts.
http://www.allied.edu/
A nationally accredited online university offering programs in business administration, computer information systems, and criminal justice.
http://www.theamericancollege.edu/
Providing graduate and professional continuing education, primarily on a distance self-study basis, in the field of financial services. Offerings include CFP certification curriculum and designations for CLU, ChFC, and LUTC.
http://www.americansentinel.edu/
Accredited online educational institution offering degrees and certification programs in healthcare, business, and information technology
http://programs.online.american.edu/
Offers programs in a convenient and flexible online format so students from all over the world can take advantage of excellent academics and unique international perspective.
http://online.annamaria.edu/
Offers online programs in fire science, nursing, master’s in business and master's in public administration.
http://online.annamaria.edu/rn-bsn/nursing-overview
Online RN to BSN program for nursing students interested in advancing their career from the comfort of home.
http://online.antioch.edu/
Offers several online bachelor’s completion and master’s programs through experiential learning, faculty attention, and high student engagement.
https://technology.asu.edu/etm
Offers an online graduate program in Environmental Management and Emergency Management and a certificate program in Hazardous Waste Management.
http://www.aiu.edu/
Distance learning courses in business, engineering, and social sciences. Online application. Honolulu, Hawaii.
http://programs.online.utica.edu/programs/bachelor-science-nursing.asp
RN to BSN online program for registered nurses who have an Associate Degree in Nursing, focused on a variety of areas such as nursing management and clinical pharmacology.
http://www.bakercollegeonline.com/
Earn an accredited college degree online in career fields such as management and leadership, marketing, finance, human resources and manufacturing.
http://www.bellevue.edu/
Online undergraduate and graduate degrees delivered in an accelerated format.
http://online.ben.edu/
Founded in 1887, Benedictine offers accredited online Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees in Business, Health care and Education.
http://onlinetaxllm.bu.edu/
Information regarding the graduate tax online degree program, courses and professional development support.
http://musiceducation.bu.edu/
Online master’s and doctorate degrees in music education from Boston University’s School of Music.
http://www.brandman.edu/
Provides working professionals with access to fully accredited in-person and online degree, credential and certificate programs.
http://www.breyerstate.com/
Offering online degree programs, certificates and courses covering many subjects such as Business, Management, Administration, Grief Counseling and Psychology.
http://online.bryantstratton.edu/
Offers fully accredited bachelor and associate degrees; with course descriptions.
http://online.annamaria.edu/bachelor-degree-fire-science-administration.asp
Anna Maria College's online fire science program designed for careers in fire service and safety.
http://www.calamuniv.edu/
Offering traditional as well as distance learning degree programs: AA, BA, MBA, MPA, MSIT (Master of Science in Information Technology), and MED (Master of Education in Administration). CAU assists students in obtaining student visas to study in America.
http://rce.csuchico.edu/
Celebrating 25 years of distance education programming and services.
http://www.capella.edu/
Contains course details, and support information.
http://online.cua.edu/
Catholic university offering online degree programs, courses, and higher learning opportunities.
http://online.cua.edu/mahr/masters-in-human-resources
Masters in human resource management degree giving graduates a high-level perspective on the HR role to help steer an organization to success.
http://online.missouri.edu/
Provides educational opportunities to distance learners both nationally and internationally with over 300 courses from which to choose. Correspondence courses, online courses via the World Wide Web. (Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools)
http://online.ctcd.edu/
Provides educational opportunity for students worldwide. The program includes over 50 online college courses, as well as full service and support for the distant learner.
http://www.cula.edu/
Awards Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees in arts, liberal arts, business and computer science. Offers student information, curricula, and application inquiry form.
http://www.cie-wc.edu/
CIE provides electronics and computer training with programs including basic electronics, A+, computer repair, Network+, and wireless.
http://onlineprograms.cune.edu/
Offers online Master of Public Health, Master of Human Services, and RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
http://www.hrm.uh.edu/
Offering the degree of Master of Hospitality Management (M.H.M.) entirely on-line.
http://www.contractorsinstitute.com/
Helps Florida contractors to pass their construction exams, also teaching continuing education, inspector certification, and more for the construction industry.
http://www.sce.cornell.edu/dl/
The Cornell University Office of Distance Learning was created in 1997 to coordinate and support the development of distance learning programs and serve as the central resource of knowledge and expertise in distance learning techniques and technology for the Cornell University community.
http://online.creighton.edu/
Online master's degree programs offered.
http://online.creighton.edu/msndr/masters-in-negotiation-and-dispute-resolution
Interdisciplinary degree program for negotiation and dispute resolution.
http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/cuonline/
The virtual campus of the University of Colorado system, offering more than a hundred courses via the Internet.
http://online.darton.edu/
Degree programs offered by the online division of Darton College, available in 8 and 16-week terms.
http://online.cua.edu/dnp/doctor-of-nursing-practice-overview
CCNE-accredited online program prepares students to assume leadership positions in nursing/health care.
http://safetymanagement.eku.edu/
Online program offering the skills and knowledge needed to excel in safety management, loss prevention, occupational health, and homeland security professions.
https://www.eccu.edu/
Online information security degree programs.
http://programs.online.utica.edu/programs/exec-master-crime-management.asp
Provides competencies in managing corporate and advanced technological resources to combat financial crime.
http://www.fielding.edu/
A distance learning graduate school for adults seeking Ph.D. programs in clinical psychology, human and organization development, educational leadership and change.
http://www.floraldesigninstitute.com/
A Floral Design School offering floral design courses, seminars, distance learning programs and training videos for the beginner, the experienced florist, and everyone who loves flowers.
http://www.gannon.edu/Academic-Offerings/Online-Degree-Programs/
Offering diverse online degree programs, including an RN to BS in Nursing, a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Public Administration.
http://msbonline.georgetown.edu/
Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business for students looking to attain an online MS in Finance.
http://online.gonzaga.edu/
A private, not-for-profit university offering accredited online masters degree programs.
http://www.grantham.edu/
Offers online degrees, and accredited online degrees such as Associate, Bachelor's and Master's in a variety of business, engineering, nursing, criminal justice, computer science and technical programs.
http://athome.harvard.edu/
Provides the Harvard community and the broader public with opportunities for in-depth exploration of topics through web-based video programs.
http://www.business.nova.edu/
Online and distance Masters of Business Administration (MBA) programs.
http://onlineprograms.smumn.edu/hr/human-resource-training-and-courses-online
Consists of 36 credit hours that covers topics specific to human resources, management issues, and elective courses.
http://www.icn.org/
Take courses from Indiana colleges and universities. Courses offered online and in other formats.
http://web.indstate.edu/degreelink/
Transfer your associate degree credit to Indiana State University, and complete a bachelor's degree via the Internet, live television, correspondence, or videotapes - anywhere in Indiana.
http://www.iue.edu/online/
Offers accredited degree programs that include Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science and RN to BSN Mobility Option. Contains admissions details and tuition and fees.
https://www.indwes.edu/adult-graduate/online/
Offers the opportunity to take one course, finish a bachelor's degree, or start a master's degree in a number of fields.
http://online.sju.edu/programs/instructional-technology-degree.asp
Instructional design and technology program helping students harness the latest technology to advance learning.
http://www.kaplanuniversity.edu/
Accredited programs in the fields of paralegal studies, legal nurse consulting, and criminal justice.
http://www.lakeland.edu/Adult/Online/
Provides a complete college curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in Business Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Computer Science and Specialized Administration.
http://online.lewisu.edu/
Lewis offers online masters programs in Data Science, Criminal Justice, Information Security, Organizational Leadership and Public Safety and Administration.
http://elearning.loyno.edu/
Provides online degree programs such as a Masters in Criminal Justice degree, Master of Science in Nursing and RN to MSN Bridge Program.
http://onlineprograms.lcu.edu/
Christian university offering flexible online options for earning a degree.
http://online.cua.edu/msn/master-of-science-in-nursing-degree
Fully accredited by the CCNE, a Master of Science in Nursing program from the Catholic University of America.
http://online.sju.edu/programs/online-masters-degree-leadership.asp
Organizational leadership and development program offering the business skills of an MBA with a focus on building leadership skills.
http://online.creighton.edu/mph/masters-in-public-health
Online degree focusing on public health for vulnerable and marginalized populations.
http://online.stmary.edu/mba
Accelerated one-year MBA program, helping students learn to take calculated risks while honing their managerial skills.
http://onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu/msn-online.asp
Online program aimed at being a highly innovative and challenging, designed to meet the needs of the working career nurse.
http://www.national.edu/
Private university offering on-line courses, instructional programs and services and professional career orientation for students and employees. (Accredited by The Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. )
http://www.nationwideacademyhigh.com/
A nationally accredited home-study high school offering programs online and by correspondence. Contains FAQ and course descriptions.
http://onlineprograms.ndnu.edu/
Career-oriented online degrees in public administration and computer information science.
http://onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu/online-nursing-degrees.asp
Distance education RN-BSN, MSN, and accelerated RN-MSN programs.
http://online.stmary.edu/rn-bsn
RN to BSN online degree aimed at helping graduates improve patient outcomes and quality of care.
http://programs.online.utica.edu/programs/financial-crimes-investigator-certificate.asp
Designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully identify and fight financial crimes.
http://onlinetaxllm.bu.edu/llm-taxation-program-online-overview
A comprehensive 24-credit taxation degree program, which dates back to 1959.
http://online.lewisu.edu/maol/organizational-leadership-overview.asp
Offers five concentrations: Organizational Management, Not-for-Profit, Training and Development, Higher Education-Student Services and Organizational and Leadership Coaching.
http://online.lewisu.edu/criminal-social-degree-online-overview.asp
Helps students learn diverse skills in the fields of criminal justice administration, law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice and homeland security.
http://online.lewisu.edu/msds/data-science.asp
Provides students with a comprehensive understanding of big data analysis and data management through two concentrations: Data Science for Computer Scientists and Data Science for Life Scientists.
http://online.lewisu.edu/ms-information-security.asp
Offers students the technical skills needed to secure data. This program offers two unique, hands-on concentrations: Management and Technical.
http://online.lewisu.edu/ms-public-safety-administration.asp
Master's program designed to help students preparing to manage police, fire, and emergency medical, private law enforcement services and other public safety occupations.
http://onlineprograms.smumn.edu/hr/masters-in-human-resources
Online human resources program offering in-depth knowledge in specific areas of HR as well as leadership and management.
http://elearning.scranton.edu/mshr/masters-human-resources
Integrates the most up-to-date research and incorporates human resource best practices to show how HR professionals achieve organizational goals.
http://elearning.loyno.edu/masters-nursing-degree-online
A fully online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) for busy Nursing professionals.
http://online.ben.edu/programs/msn
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) program preparing registered nurses to become effective, ethical leaders in health care.
http://elearning.scranton.edu/mba/online-mba-programs
Accredited online master's in business administration degree program from The University of Scranton.
http://online.sju.edu/programs/special-education-masters.asp
Special education program based upon Response to Intervention (RTI) leading to a Master of Science in Education degree.
http://onlineprograms.ollusa.edu/
OLLU Online offers masters degrees in nursing, social work, accounting, business administration, and organizational leadership programs for working adults.
http://onlineprograms.ollusa.edu/mba/online-mba-degree-program
Online MBA program incorporating practical applications of business theory and strategy, and a progressive approach that anticipates current and future needs.
http://onlineprograms.ollusa.edu/msn/online-master-of-science-in-nursing-overview
Nursing administration and nursing education program offering students the chance to learn from veteran nurses who have traveled the same career path.
http://www.peirceonline.net/
Course offerings include associate's and bachelor's degrees, certificates and courses in business, information technology, paralegal studies, and general education.
http://www.pinnacleonlinehighschool.com/
Operates charter high schools in Arizona as well as providing a full-time virtual online high school program. Contains school history and FAQ.
https://plsclasses.com/
Brings courses and degrees offered by colleges and universities to various areas for university credits.
http://www.distance.pcc.edu/
Offers certificate and degree programs in computer information systems, computer application and office systems, multimedia, and computer science.
https://www.pratt.edu/academics/continuing-education-and-professional/
offers online courses in art, design, computer technology, computer graphics, and other disciplines.
http://online.queens.edu/
Online offerings include degree programs in communication, education, and nursing.
http://www.redcomet.org/
Offers grades 9-12 high school courses. Contains FAQ and curriculum.
http://criminology.regis.edu/
Offers accredited criminology degrees online or in-person.
http://informationassurance.regis.edu/
Accredited online information assurance degrees and certificates from Regis University.
http://onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu/rn-bsn-online.asp
RN to BS degree prgoram, fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
http://www.robertwelchuniversity.org/
Offers an associate degree program in liberal arts.
http://www.rushmore.edu/
Distance learning MBA/DBA Programs. Bachelors degree not required for the MBA program. Flexible programs, with no required courses. No exams required; students write papers instead. Faculty are successful professionals with real-world experience.
http://onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu/
Providing a full-suite of nursing degrees including an accelerated track to for a Master’s in Nursing. Also offering a Master’s in Applied Psychology.
http://onlineprograms.sacredheart.edu/msap-online.asp
Applied Psychology program helping students apply cutting-edge theory to real-world business situations.
http://online.sju.edu/programs/deaf-education-masters
Pennsylvania Department of Education approved program preparing educators for their certification and to help them acquire the skills needed to succeed.
http://onlineprograms.smumn.edu/
Offers online master's degree programs in business, education, and human services.
http://www.saintpeters.edu/school-of-nursing/curriculum/undergraduate-programs/rn-to-bsn-program/online-rn-to-bsn-program/
An accredited institution that has been preparing students for academic success for nearly 140 years.
http://www.sxuonline.com/programs/masters-degree-nursing
Prepares nurses for the demands of a fast-moving, technologically advanced health care industry.
http://online.southuniversity.edu/
South University's online degree programs.
http://online.semo.edu/content/
Southeast Missouri State University's Distance Education site providing access to education through technology mediated courses.
http://www.electroniccampus.org/
Representing the public and independent colleges and universities in the Southern Regional Education Board states.
http://online.stanford.edu/
Stanford Online makes Stanford University courses available anywhere, any time, and on demand over the Internet.
http://sln.suny.edu/
Online courses and degree programs from the State University of New York.
http://engineeringonline.syr.edu/
Syracuse University offers online M.S. degrees in engineering and computer science.
http://online.taylor.edu/
Provides certificates and associates degrees with a focus in justice, religion, and liberal arts.
http://www.ed2go.com/tstc/
Take distance courses anywhere and earn credit. Includes course listing, admissions information, and contact details.
http://online.cua.edu/msm/masters-in-management-overview
Master program providing professional knowledge and skills including communication, strategy, decision-making, and project management.
http://online.cua.edu/phd-in-nursing
PhD in Nursing program providing graduates the research skills to achieve optimal care for patients.
http://psychology.thechicagoschool.edu/
Offers online-blended Certificate in I/O Psychology, M.A. in I/O Psychology and M.A. in Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track.
http://healthsciencesprograms.online.gwu.edu/
Online graduate programs are led by experts to prepare the leaders of tomorrow’s health care system.
http://www.uscareerinstitute.edu/
Provides accredited career certificate programs via distance learning. Several programs are also available online. Includes business, service and legal courses. Contains mission, history, course details and financing.
http://eo.uidaho.edu/
Provides a way to continue an education without have to leave home or work.
http://www.uat.edu/
Provides complete accredited undergraduate and graduate programs for multimedia, technology commerce, and software engineering among others.
http://extension.berkeley.edu/publicViewHome.do?method=load
Over 200 professional and college level courses are offered online and through email/mail.
http://nursingonline.uc.edu/
Offered completely online with concentrations in Nurse Midwifery and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.
http://www.cjonline.uc.edu/
Provides a comprehensive, contemporary criminal justice degree completely online. Coursework is organized into four areas: theory, administration and policy, research, and special topics.
http://www.colorado.edu/cewww/
View information about online course offerings for both self-paced and semester-based college credit courses in all disciplines. Courses taught via the Web using WebCT. Register online.
http://online.udayton.edu/
Offers online masters’ programs in Business Administration, Communication, Engineering Management, and Renewable and Clean Energy.
http://www.online.uillinois.edu/
Information regarding the online degree programs, courses and public service activities.
http://www.uops.uillinois.edu/
The distance Computer Science Masters program. Details about registering for a course, course descriptions and schedules.
http://www.umassonline.net/
Offers fully accredited online degrees, certificates, and degrees in business, criminal justice, public health, liberal arts, and other areas.
http://continuinged.uml.edu/online/
On-line university courses.
http://www.untecampus.com/
A fully accredited four-year institution offering distributed learning courses and programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
http://www.phoenix.edu/
An accredited university offering adult education courses and degree programs in Business, Technology, Healthcare and Education.
http://online.stmary.edu/
Online catholic university offering degrees including Masters of Arts in Teaching, RN-BSN, and an MBA program with six concentrations.
http://elearning.scranton.edu/
A private, co-educational Catholic and Jesuit university offering online masters degree programs.
http://www.usm.edu/elo/
Offers a wide assortment of online credit and noncredit courses. This website offers information about those courses as well as information on what skills are needed to take an online course; what computer requirements are needed; and how the courses are delivered.
http://www.uiw.edu/
Offering nationally accredited degree plans online, combining UIW's quality instruction with the convenience of distance learning.
http://www.utoledo.edu/
Offers a wide selection of credit and noncredit courses using distance learning technologies.
http://www.uwex.edu/
Offers distance learning courses.
http://www.online.uwc.edu/
Offers web based classes covering broad range of courses such as English, Geography and Maths which can lead to an associate's degree.
http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa/indlearn/
Hundreds of self-paced distance courses are open for university credit, certificates, professional development, and enjoyment.
http://www.uwplatt.edu/disted/
Offers courses and degrees in business administration, criminal justice, engineering and project management.
http://programs.online.utica.edu/
Utica College's online health services and economic crime programs.
http://programs.online.utica.edu/programs/masters-health-care-administration.asp
Online health care program featuring a progressive curriculum designed to provide innovative and practical applications of learning concepts.
http://programs.online.utica.edu/programs/mba-fraud-management.asp
Combines fraud management and business into a single degree preparing graduates for leadership roles in fraud prevention.
http://www.pce.uw.edu/online-learning/
University of Washington course offerings and registration.
http://www.fhsu.edu/virtualcollege/
Distance Education from Fort Hays State University offering Bachelor and Masters Degrees.
http://www.waldenu.edu/
Graduate degrees by distance education.Provides accredited degrees for Education, Psychology, Applied Management and Decision Sciences, Health Services and Human Services.
http://www.washint.edu/
A non-traditional, distance learning university, with no classroom attendance required. Offers Bachelor, Master and Doctor of Philosophy degree programs in Business, Liberal Arts and Engineering.
http://onlinelaw.wustl.edu/
Provides foreign trained attorneys the opportunity to earn a Master of Laws in U.S. Law online.
http://www.westbrooku.edu/
An off-campus, self-paced, independent study University designed for the active adult. Located in Aztec, New Mexico.
http://www.wgu.edu/
Offer distance learning courses from dozens of colleges, universities, and corporations across the United States.
http://onlineprograms.widener.edu/
Offers online programs focusing on developing specialized skills in growing areas of demand including a master of business administration, a master of social work, and a bachelor of science in nursing.
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