Boston University Online

Being one of the largest, non-profit universities in the United States, Boston University managed to develop a reliable online learning environment for higher education. The study offer includes a broad range of online graduate programs, diplomas, and non-credit professional certificates, as well as an undergraduate degree completion program and even some online doctoral programs. Course content includes online lectures, videos, interactive animations and discussion boards. Boston University received the Sloan Consortium award for Excellence in Institution-Wide Online Education and the U.S. Distance Learning Association award for 21st Century Best Practices.

University of Florida Online

 Frequently ranked in the top 20 of the best American public universities, the University of Florida Distance Learning has more than 330,000 alumni in more than 135 countries. University of Florida offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees via distance and online learning in a broad range of disciplines from agriculture, engineering or pharmacy to business administration degrees. University of Florida also offers many non-credit and continuing education courses and programs especially designed for working professionals who wish to advance their career.

DePaul University online

Serving nearly 25,000 students, DePaul University is the largest Catholic university in the nation. The university was founded in 1898 and has five campuses in the Chicago area. School officials boast that 85% of bachelor’s degree recipients have a job or are in graduate school within six months of graduation. Depaul offers five online bachelor’s degrees, 15 online master’s degrees, and nearly 30 certificate programs. The degree offering for master’s degrees include the fields of communication, business, software engineering, healthcare, and more. The faculty who teach online courses are trained specifically for facilitating learning in the online format. Tuition starts at $570 per credit for undergraduate programs, starts at $600 per credit for online graduate programs DePaul is ranked #77 for college in the Midwest by Forbes. Moreover, U.S. News and World Report ranks the online bachelor’s programs #48. The university is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Western Kentucky University Online

Western Kentucky University is a public university where nearly 21,000 students are enrolled. The main campus in Bowling Green, Kentucky and there are three extension campuses in Glasgow, Owensboro and the Elizabethtown area. The traditional programs have a 17 to 1 student to faculty ratio. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges provides accreditation for the university. The university has 28 online bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Approximately 2,500 people are enrolled in the online bachelor’s programs in fields like consumer science, sociology, and business, to name a few. A sample of the master’s programs offering includes an MBA, an MHA, a biology degree, and a sports management degree. Online bachelor’s programs cost $463 per credit hour. Online graduate programs cost $618 per credit hour. Forbes ranks WKU at #153 on the list of best colleges in the South.U.S. News and World Report ranks the university’s online bachelor’s programs #87, the online graduate business programs #136, and the online graduate education programs #166.
Approximate number of online degrees: 28
Approximate undergraduate tuition: $463 per credit
Approximate graduate tuition: $618 per credit

Eastern University Online

Eastern University is a private Christian school with a main campus in St. Davids, Pennsylvania, just west of Philadelphia. There are also Eastern campuses or programs affiliated with Eastern in three other location in Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Valley Forge) as well as in Ripley, WV and Rwanda. The university has nearly 4,300 students and is known for integrating faith, reason, and justice. Eastern is affiliated with the American Baptist Church. The university offers one online associate’s degree, three online bachelor’s degrees, 10 online master’s degrees, and three online doctoral degrees. The online degree offering includes fields such as leadership, business, education, urban studies, therapy, and youth ministry. While the school does not have 24 hour a day, seven day a week technology support for online students, online instructors are expected to respond to inquiries within 24 hours. Tuition for online undergraduate degrees starts at $510 per credit. Online graduate tuition starts at $650 per credit. The U.S. News and World Report ranks Eastern University #127 on the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs list and #98 on the Regional Universities (North) list. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education provides accreditation for Eastern University.
Approximate number of online degrees: 16
Approximate undergraduate tuition: $510 per credit
Approximate graduate tuition: $650 per credit

Capella University Online

Depending on your area of study, Colorado Technical University has a degree program to fit your needs through their Virtual Campus and Virtual Commons. Their flexible learning platform called M.U.S.E. meaning My Unique Student Experience allows students to experience real world situations and stimulate through different learning styles and really enjoy their virtual experience. CTU has 7 commitment statements geared towards their students’ success that are listed on their website.
Accreditation:  Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Obtainable degrees: Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree
Areas of study: Business and Management, Healthcare, Security Studies, Information Systems and Technology, Engineering and Computer Science,
Tuition: Bachelor’s Degree – $385 per credit hour, Master’s Degree – $585 per credit hour, Doctorate – $598 per credit hour.
Retention percentage of First Time Bachelor Degree Seeking Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2011 and Returned in Fall 2012: 43% Full Time….25% Part Time
Percentage of Full-time, First-time Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2006 and Graduated Within 150% of “Normal Time” to Completion for Their Program: 13%
Course flexibility:  Flexibility translates into 24/7 access to lectures, the ability to check grades at any time, access previous lectures in the archives, and complete assignments. Interacting with other classmates and professors is easy to do in the Virtual Commons.

Aspen University

Why choose Aspen?:   Aspen University is a Nationally Accredited (NA) school but it is not Regionally Accredited (RA) meaning that without region accreditation you could be looking at future issues finding a job especially in the education field .  Nowadays most employers are not concerned with the lack of RA but you need to be aware of this information.  But having said that, Aspen is a highly recognized distance learning and is dedicated to keeping costs low so that their students are debt free
Accreditation: Distance Education and Training Council (NA), Accrediting Commission
Obtainable degrees: Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, and Certificates
Aeas of study: Professional Studies such as Criminal Justice, Medical Management, Psychology and Addiction Counseling and Project Management, Nursing, Education, Management, Information Technologies, and Liberal Arts and Sciences in literature, languages, history, mathematics, psychology, and basic sciences.
Tuition: (2014) Associates and Bachelors degrees – $125.00 per credit hour…Masters and Doctoral degrees – $325.00 per credit hour…Fine Arts programs – $125.00 per credit hor…Certificate programs – $325.00 per credit hour
Retention percentage of First Time Bachelor Degree Seeking Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall of 2011 and Returned in Fall of 2012: 80%
Course flexibility:  Aspen’s course schedule is asynchronous meaning that you can take the classes any time of the day or night to fit your busy schedule.  You may participate in online class discussions and everything is completed online except for papers and such where you will then upload them to the school. Most students take one or two courses at a time but you may take up to three courses at a time, if you wish. Proctored exams are required but you may take them at a facility closest to you and they only occur a couple of times a year.

American Intercontinental University

Why choose AIU?:   American Intercontinental University is regionally accredited, they offer personalized learning so that you can skip what you already know, tailored courses designed for your learning style, experienced faculty, military friendly, and a host of accommodations including a career services department, a growing number of alumni, and a financial aid department.
AIU also offers blended learning in which you may attend online AND at one of their Atlanta, Houston and South Florida locations but the 80% of those attending are doing so online only and that is why we included American Intercontinental University as an online only school.
Accreditation: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Obtainable degrees: Associates, Bachelors, Masters
Areas of study: Business, Information Technology, Criminal Justice, Design, Education and Accounting with specializations in each field of study
Tuition: (2013) Depending on whether you are looking to obtain your associates, bachelors or masters degree, tuition can cost $302 per credit hour for your associates and bachelors degrees and $442 per credit hour for the Masters of Education degree and the remaining masters programs are $582 per credit hour.
Fees: (2012) Undergraduate Application Fee – $50.00
Retention percentage of First Time Bachelor Degree Seeking Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2011 and Returned in Fall 2012: 37% Full Time….32% Part Time
Percentage of Full-time, First-time Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2006 and Graduated Within 150% of “Normal Time” to Completion for Their Program: 32%
Admission requirements: Online application, high school diploma or equivalent, and complete informational admissions interview
Course flexibility: At AIU, online courses are set up in a manner in which they adhere to YOUR lifestyle and your best learning path to success. You may choose reading, listening, watching and interacting as your proven choice of learning.

Saint Leo University Online

Saint Leo University Online is a leading provider of accredited online education to working adults and is a major global provider of education to the military. The online programs are designed to meet the growing needs of adult students and offer the best attributes of traditional classroom education in conjunction with today's most nnovative computer technology.
At Saint Leo University Online, classroom attendance is never required. Set your own weekly study schedule and "attend class" anytime -- anywhere you have access to a PC. Work and family responsibilities, travel, shift changes or commuting problems will never interfere with your studies.
Through the Center for Online Learning, the University provides online degree programs regardless of schedule and location. Celebrating more than 25 years of continuing education, today Saint Leo University Online is among the top ten providers of higher education to the military.
Saint Leo University Online is a leader in the delivery of online education, providing higher education opportunities to members of the armed services and adult civilian students or just adult degree-seeking students.
Career Services
Saint Leo University Online focuses on more than just helping you find a career; it offers time management techniques to help you with your studying, interactive interviewing skills videos, and information about how to choose a career or a graduate degree program.

Liberty University Online

Pioneering distance education since 1985, Liberty University is now the nation's fifth largest university. With more than 500 online and residential areas of study, Liberty offers programs from the certificate to doctoral level. Because Liberty's online format provides the same quality course offerings as Liberty's on-campus program in Lynchburg, Va., you can be confident that you will receive an academically sound education. Combining this excellence with our Christian mission, low student-to-professor ratios, and a variety of free support services such as the Online Writing Center and Tutor.com, Liberty students will be well-equipped to launch their careers
Supported by a residential campus
Established in 1971, Liberty has maintained the mission of Training Champions for Christ and continually nurtures an environment of academic excellence, technological innovation, and commitment to Christian values. As an extension of Liberty's Lynchburg, Va.-based campus, online courses allow students to enjoy the same quality course offerings as Liberty's residential students, but with additional flexibility.
Career-ready degrees
Liberty University offers more than 500 residential and online programs of study - from the certificate to postgraduate level - in the areas the market demands most, including business, education, nursing, psychology, counseling, criminal justice, and religion.
Christian Foundation
All courses are taught from a Christian worldview by professors who regard teaching as more than a job - it's their calling. As a leader in Christian education, Liberty University's thriving spiritual environment mobilizes students to impact the world for Christ.
More affordable
Liberty University's tuition rates are among the lowest at universities offering online programs. Consistently rated as one of the top distance educators in the nation, and known for its affordability and exceptional student support, Liberty maintains high student satisfaction as well as high retention and graduation rates.
Our students succeed Liberty University's student loan default rate is about half the national average. Upon graduation, Liberty students are getting jobs faster and can pay back their loans at a higher rate than the national average. Over 200,000 Liberty alumni are influencing the world in their respective careers.
Flexible learning format
Invest in your education and reach your potential while keeping your focus on what matters most. Earn your degree as you balance family, work, ministry, and life's other demands. Liberty University's online format offers a flexible schedule which allows you to choose when and where you study while completing your degree at your own pace.
Generous military benefits
Liberty Online is proud to honor the men and women who serve our country. Servicemembers, veterans, and their spouses enjoy generous benefits: tuition discounts, free book vouchers, fee waivers, and credit for military training.
Trusted support network
Liberty University students also benefit from individualized attention due to low student-to-professor ratios. Students receive free support services and resources to help them succeed, including tutoring services, the Online Writing Center, Virtual Career Center, Online Communities, and academic advisors dedicated to student success