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School Type: Public
Concentrations Available: Business, communications, criminal justice, education, health and social sciences, information sciences, interdisciplinary, writing

Accredited By: Higher Learning Commission
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

UA Little Rock enrolls more than 9,000 students. The school offers undergraduate and graduate online college degrees at reduced tuition. UA Little Rock's online courses combine face-to-face learning with the flexibility of studying at home. Most courses post weekly deadlines for submitting work. Some classes require occasional onsite attendance.

Online learners can access the same academic resources as on-campus students. These resources include a library, academic advising, and technology support. Undergraduate applicants should submit high school transcripts and test scores. Prospective graduate students need a bachelor's degree and a 2.75 GPA or better.

Available Scholarships: Fall 2022 Scholarship: 50% off Freshman Tuition & Fees

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School Type: Private
Concentrations Available: Analytics, business, education, finance and accounting, healthcare, management, marketing and communications, nursing, public and social sciences, technology

Accredited By: Higher Learning Commission
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

Nearly 80% of Franklin's students attend college online. The school also runs a campus in Columbus, Ohio. Learners can pursue certificates and degrees at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.

Franklin accepts up to 94 undergraduate transfer credits and 12 graduate transfer credits. The school welcomes associate degree-holders. Graduate applicants do not submit GRE scores. Once enrolled, these degree-seekers can complete their programs in 12 months. Applications take about 20 minutes to complete.

Available Scholarships: Community College Transfer Scholarship

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School Type: Private
Concentrations Available: Education, autism endorsement, human resource management, liberal studies, communication, accounting, business, finance, marketing, organizational leadership, psychology

Accredited By: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

Founded as the Georgia Baptist Female Seminary, Brenau offers more than 40 degree and certificate programs online. Options include an associate in elementary education, a bachelor's in marketing, and a doctorate in elementary education.

Classes last seven weeks. Brenau counts online students as full-time enrollees. The school offers test-optional admission. Applicants learn their acceptance status within two weeks of applying. Brenau provides discounted tuition to members of the military, their spouses, and civil servants.

Available Scholarships: The Brenau Scholars Program

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School Type: Private
Concentrations Available: Dual enrollment, theology, philosophy, management, clinical psychology, Catholic studies, education, business administration, catechetics and evangelization

Accredited By: Higher Learning Commission
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

Founded in 1946 by Franciscan friars, Franciscan offers graduate and undergraduate online degrees. These programs help form students in the Catholic tradition. The university also offers online courses for students who want to earn college credits while still in high school.

Franciscan's online degrees include an associate in philosophy, a bachelor's in management, and a master's in Catholic studies.

Admission requirements vary by program. In general, applicants need a high school transcript with a 2.4 GPA or better. They also need either an ACT score of 21 or an SAT score of 1000. Graduate applicants need a bachelor's degree.

Available Scholarships: Chancellor's Scholarship

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School Type: Public
Concentrations Available: Applied science, business, computing and technology, design, education, general studies, health and health sciences, humanities, informatics, labor studies, library science, mathematics, music, parks and recreation, philanthropy, physical education and tourism management, public affairs and administration, public health, science, social work

Accredited By: Higher Learning Commission
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? No

IUPUI enrolls more than 27,000 students. The school offers online programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Some courses run entirely online. Others require in-person campus visits. Online learners may need to participate in synchronous live video classes.

Each program establishes its own admission requirements. Undergraduate applicants may transfer up to 64 credits from community college or up to 90 credits from a four-year college or university. IUPUI follows a traditional calendar. Students can begin in the fall, spring, or summer term.

Available Scholarships: THRIVE

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School Type: Private
Concentrations Available: Business administration, criminal justice, Christian studies, education, general studies, communication, liberal arts and science, social work, nursing, English, computer science, accounting, sport management

Accredited By: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

Located in Campbellsville, Kentucky, CU began in 1906 as a Christian university. The school maintains its focus on developing Christian leaders while welcoming diverse perspectives. The school offers 71 college degrees online. Learners can also explore 13 certificates or endorsements.

Programs include a bachelor's degree in social work, a master's in justice studies, and a specialist in educational administration.

Admission requirements vary by program. CU accepts up to 72 transfer credits toward a bachelor's degree. New students can begin at one of six annual start dates.

Available Scholarships: Academic Scholarship Award

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School Type: Private
Concentrations Available: More than 100 online programs, including business, criminal justice, education, nursing, and counseling

Accredited By: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

A Christian university located in Lynchburg, Virginia, Liberty enrolls more than 100,000 students. Learners can pursue more than 100 online degrees at the associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. Liberty also offers online certificate programs. Most courses run fully online and last eight weeks.

Liberty's online college degrees cover academic disciplines such as nursing, counseling, and business. Applicants submit official transcripts. Admission requirements vary by program. Students can begin at one of eight annual start dates.

Available Scholarships: Middle America Scholarship

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School Type: Public
Concentrations Available: Accounting, arts administration, business administration, communication, criminal justice, cybersecurity, education, family studies, history, interdisciplinary studies, library media, management, music education, music technology, nursing, online teaching, political science, public administration, sports conditioning and performance

Accredited By: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

Located in Cedar City, Utah, SUU began in 1897 as Branch Normal School. Learners can explore more than 140 online undergraduate degrees. SUU also offers 21 graduate and certificate programs. The school features a 19-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio. SUU owns a farm and ranch in addition to its 133-acre main campus.

SUU offers online degrees in fields such as aviation administration, communication, and cybersecurity. Online students can take advantage of the Finish Line Scholarship. This award covers 100% of undergraduate learners' tuition for four semesters. Applicants can contact their admissions representative to learn program requirements.

Available Scholarships: Finish Line Scholarship

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School Type: Private
Concentrations Available: Leadership, education, business and management, computer and information sciences, health and social sciences, project management

Accredited By: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

A nonprofit institution affiliated with the National University System, CityU offers degrees at all levels. Students can pursue their degrees online, onsite, in a hybrid format, or in a performance-based program. Online degrees include a doctorate in leadership, a bachelor's in data science, and a graduate certificate in data analytics.

New terms begin quarterly. Applicants submit all admissions documents at least 30 days prior to the quarter's start date. CityU can translate qualifying non-academic experiences into college credits. Prospective students with work or military experience should submit a prior learning assessment form.

Available Scholarships: Community College Transfer Scholarship

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School Type:Public
Concentrations Available: Business leadership, construction management, court reporting, healthcare information, healthcare leadership, human services leadership, imaging field specialization, individualized studies

Accredited By: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Do Distance Learners Pay In-State Tuition? Yes

A career-focused college enhanced with liberal arts coursework, Alfred State offers more than 80 majors. Online college degrees include a bachelor's in business administration, a bachelor's in construction supervision, an associate in court and realtime reporting, and an RN-to-BSN program. Learners can enroll part time or full time.

Students can take advantage of online tutoring in subjects such as math, biology, and chemistry. Prospective enrollees submit an application and a postsecondary activity form. Students may begin in the summer, winter, spring, or fall semester.

Available Scholarships: Excelsior Scholarship