To find greater employment opportunities, many adults today pursue an undergraduate degree. For working people, however, traditional college schedules usually don't offer enough flexibility. Online undergraduate programs let you earn a degree at your own pace, in a convenient place and time. Choose only a fully accredited college or university online program. Accreditation means that other colleges (and by extension, businesses and governments that hire graduates) believe the school in question is qualified to offer a college degree. Many so-called online colleges aren't accredited, essentially rendering their degrees worthless.
Excelsior College
Excelsior College, formerly Regents College, offers bachelor's and master's degrees in more than 30 subjects, including criminal justice and nuclear engineering technology. A member of the New York State Board of Regents, Excelsior is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education. In addition, it holds accreditation from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission for its nursing degrees.
Excelsior College
7 Columbia Circle
Albany, NY 12203
888-647-2388
excelsior.edu
Empire State College
One of the few public online universities, Empire State offers both bachelor's and master's degrees, with undergraduate programs in such varied fields as historical studies, human development and education. The university emphasizes its rigorous course of study, requiring a minimum of 32 credits earned through the university. This assures potential employers that you actually studied for your degree and didn't just pass tests. Empire State, a member of the State University of New York, is also accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education. New York State residents may apply for state aid and receive resident tuition.
Empire State College
21 British American Boulevard
Latham, NY 12110
800-847-3000
esc.edu
University of Phoenix
Established in 1976, this university offers associate's, bachelor's, master's and even doctoral degrees in a variety of fields including education, nursing, humanities and business. Classes are offered either online or in-class at one of the school's more than 200 locations nationwide. University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and is part of the the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In addition, it holds accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education for its nursing degrees, and from the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee for its master's degrees in teaching.
University of Phoenix
4635 E. Elwood St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
866-766-0766
phoenix.edu
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