Programs Offered

Associate Degree Programs
Our Associate degree programs are open to students who possess a standard high school diploma or its recognized equivalent; with the exception of programs with additional admissions requirements. It is designed for students who seek a two-year degree as either their final degree in higher education or the foundation for further study at the Bachelor's level.

Bachelor's Degree Programs
Our Bachelor's degree programs are open to students who possess a standard high school diploma or its equivalent; with the exception of programs with additional admissions requirements. It is designed for students who seek the four-year degree commonly recognized as the standard credential of higher education in the United States and most industrialized nations.

Undergraduate Certificate
Our undergraduate certificate programs are open to students who possess a standard high school diploma or its equivalent, with the exception of programs with additional admission requirements. Through the completion of courses, ranging from six courses to nine courses, the certificate program provides a focus of study on a particular topic or set of issues. Its focus and breadth are more concentrated than a bachelor's degree and is typically taken by the student who already possesses an associate degree or bachelor's degree and seeks specific knowledge in a subject area. It is also a good choice if you want to try out the subject prior to committing to a degree program.

NanoCert™ Programs

Our NanoCert™ programs are offered at both the undergraduate and master's level. They are designed for students seeking professional development without pursuing an academic credential. No transfer credit may apply toward any of the courses required to complete the NanoCert. You will not be able to enroll concurrently in multiple programs while completing the NanoCert, but you may roll course credit earned in your NanoCert into a subsequent degree program as residential credit that does not apply towards your maximum transfer credit cap. Students enrolled in a NanoCert may not use military tuition assistance, GI Bill, or federal student aid to pay for courses.

Our Undergraduate NanoCert programs are open to students who possess a standard high school diploma or its equivalent. Our Graduate NanoCert programs are open only to students who have already successfully completed a bachelor's degree program or higher from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by CHEA, with the exception of programs with  additional admission requirements.

Master's Degree Programs

Our Master's degree programs admit students who have already successfully completed a bachelor's degree program from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by CHEA. Some programs have additional admissions requirements based on specialty accreditation or standards in the discipline. Completion of the master's degree program includes a minimum of 30 credits with a final comprehensive examination or a capstone course. See more information in the “ Before you Start your Program-Master’s” section of the Student Handbook.

Graduate Certificate

Our graduate certificate programs are open to students who have already successfully completed a bachelor's degree program or higher from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by CHEA, with the exception of programs with additional admission requirements. A graduate certificate is a focused program of study of five or more courses on a particular topic or set of issues.