Schools with Online Master’s Degree Programs
In seven of eight major subject areas, it’s easy to find schools with online master’s degree programs. Engineering, which can require lots of hands-on work, is the exception, although distance learning opportunities are certainly available. The seven areas with plenty of online master’s options include:
1) Business
2) Computer and information sciences
3) Education
4) General studies/humanities/liberal arts
5) Health care
6) Psychology
7) Other social sciences
With online education, it’s a buyer’s market. Allow yourself time to research various schools, and you’ll most likely find a program that fits your goals and scheduling needs. To help get you started, here’s a list of reputable accredited universities awarding online master’s degrees.
- Boston University has online master’s programs in art education, criminal justice, management, music and music education, and more.
- Academy of Art University awards the online Master of Fine Arts in Advertising, Animation & Visual Effects, Fashion, Fine Art, Game Design, and more.
- Hofstra University Online has an online master’s program in computer science.
- City University of Seattle Online awards an online M.Ed. in Reading and Literacy as well as several master’s degrees in management.
- Drexel University features a wide variety of online programs in engineering, nursing, business, construction management, and other areas.
- Kent State University features online master’s programs in business, library science, public administration, and technology.
- Golden Gate University offers a wide range of business-related master’s degrees online, such as Master of Accountancy and Master of Science in Finance with a concentration in Investment Management.
