Best Online Colleges

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Being led by a Phoenix mascot, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay provides many bachelors and master s degree options for students. Part of the University of Wisconsin System, it was founded in 1965 and merged there after to become a part of the larger system of Universities throughout the state. Located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, it originally had a focus on environmental sustainability but currently offers many other degree plans.

Program Features

Offering a handful of degree and certification opportunities online, you can expect to sign up for some of the classes that you wish to take through distant learning. However, the campus offers many others for those wishing to go to the campus to take the courses. Some of the online learning courses and plans include:

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Nicknamed Eco U, it provides classes that are organized as problem-focused interdisciplinary units in each of the classrooms. Much of the acreage of the campus is dedicated to environmental areas, research and providing park-like settings. The campus houses other points of interest that some may find different, such as a golf course, performing arts center, gallery and more.

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Formally known as the Marian College of Fond du Lac, it is a Roman Catholic liberal arts university that is located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Founded back in 1936, it continues to provide the needed tools for students to succeed. Smaller than some of the other universities, there are only around 200 staff and 2,000 students that attend the school each semester. However, they have a strong degree program, offering numerous major and minors to students.

Program Features

Inspired by other advancements in online learning environments, Marian University offers its own online curriculum to students that wish to take distance learning. With many undergraduate and graduate programs offered through the e-learning platform. These programs include:

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The majority of the students attending this college are women, though men are welcome to enroll in the program offerings. Under half of the students live on campus, while many of the students enrolled are enrolled with the e-learning platform providing online courses and degrees. With increasing enrollment on campus, the college has increased their size, added buildings and continue to work with sponsors for extra space and support.

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Herzing University is a private, nonprofit college offering various degree options for those choosing a career in a specific field. Many of the degree offerings have a focus in nursing, technology, healthcare and business. Starting in 1965 as a computer training institute, it quickly took ground and expanded the degree options that are offered to the students of the area. It continued to grow and currently provides classes for over thousands of students. With 11 on-site campuses and online division, they provide plenty of continuing education options.

Program Features

Herzing University provides associates, bachelors and masters degrees for students looking to further their education through an online platform. Offering a wide array of course and degree options, students can learn at their own pace through the use of the online school. Some of the course offerings that the University provides includes:

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Many of the campuses within the network are stationed around the US, with one of them being in Wisconsin. You can find others in Georgia, Ohio and Alabama. Herzing University is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditation for those taking the business classes through the school. This comes from the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education. All classes are accredited for students to further their careers once they ve finished the degree program.

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A liberal arts college that is affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod, the Wisconsin Lutheran College provides students with many learning opportunities through the use of their many campuses, as well as online programs. Enrolling around 1,000 students, the campus continues to grow with time. Located on the border of Milwaukee and Wauwatosa, there are buildings to the campus located in each location.

Program Features

Online classes consist of adult education accelerated programs. Both online and evening classes are offered to those that live busy lives but want to further their careers or take a different approach. There is only one program currently offered to students that wish to further their education through the use of the e-learning platform. However, the school hopes to increase the offerings with time.

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Accredited through the Higher Learning Commission, as well as the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, students are recognized for their degree efforts once graduating from their program of choice. The campus is located on just 40 acres of land, with buildings, dorms and other areas of interest for the students that attend the college. Pre-professional programs are the main focus for the school, providing the ground work for a graduate to enter into a more prestigious college to finish, such as pre-dental, pre-medical, pre-law and others.

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Known as UWM, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides students with a chance to visit a larger campus and choose from many different major and minors. It is a public urban research university that is located in the busy city of Milwaukee. The largest university in the metropolitan area, it is a part of the University of Wisconsin System, as well as the second largest in Wisconsin alone. There are only two universities throughout the state that have doctoral granting privileges and UWM is one of them.

Program Features

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides various course and class opportunities for students that wish to further their education but in an online setting. With multiple options, the student can choose which works for them or do a combination of online and on-campus learning, or completely online. Some of the online course offerings for UWM include:

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With an enrollment of almost 30,000 students, the campus is booming, as well as the online e-learning platform. Home to the only graduate school of freshwater science throughout the entire country, as well as Wisconsin s only school for architecture. With close to 300 degree program offerings, there are plenty of courses to choose from. It has the highest research activity in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, spending over $60 million.

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A private Roman Catholic University that is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the Cardinal Stritch University offers multiple courses on many different campuses located around Wisconsin. Outreach programs are also offered to those that want to work into a new career through the use of affordable, beneficial options. The largest Franciscan University in the nation, it works with students to create a better overall experience and learning process. Many graduates come from this college with knowledge and confidence.

Program Features

Cardinal Stritch University offers many different online learning programs for those interested in furthering their education. Learning at your own pace, without having to visit the campus can be done when applying for the few online learning degree options that the college offers. These online options include:

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Opening their doors in 1937, it first started as a way to train the sister s to become effective teachers within the area. However, with expansions and changes, the campus quickly grew to provide more direction and degrees to students wishing to further their education. Additionally, the college is accredited and provides furthering education in Master s degrees for students that want to continue in the specified field of choice, whether it is on-campus or through the e-learning platform.

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The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is part of the University of Wisconsin System and is located in the River Falls area. Part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, it is right next to the busy cities. Sitting on 226 acres of land, it has 32 buildings, two lab farms and additional acreage providing more space for students and staff. With over 6,000 students enrolled in both graduate and undergraduate programs. The school also offers global programs and study abroad programs.

Program Features

Online education is limited at this University, only offering two graduate certificates. However, there are a wide range of non-credit classes offered through the online program. There are close to 100 students that sign up for the non-credit classes through the University each semester. Some of the classes, as well as degree offerings online include:

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The University of Wisconsin-River Falls created the St. Croix Institute for Sustainable Community Development. This provides the community with ways to research and sustain valuable resources through the use of learning and development in the area from the college. First used as a Normal School in 1871, it has since grown in size to provide continuing education for students.

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The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is a public university located in Platteville, Wisconsin. It is part of the University of Wisconsin system that offers both bachelor s and master s degree options for students. With 3 colleges on campus and seven distance education programs, they provide a wide range of options for students wishing to enroll within their University. They also have many sororities and fraternities that are organized right on the campus, providing students with an extra to get involved with.

Program Features

Currently, there are five master s programs offered 100% online.Specific classes also can be taken using the online platform for those students enrolled in specific degree plan offerings. Enrolling in the classes online can be done through the student portal or with a counselor. Some of the class offerings for online include:

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The University is where numerous Wisconsin assemblymen and senators went to college. Additionally, Mike Hintz, an NFL player also attended college here prior going professional. The strong sports teams, organized activities and other offerings make this school an ideal one for students that wish to stay involved in their school and community.

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Marquette University was established back in 1881 and has since grown into a massive school that s regularly recognized as a top-tier college for students with a range of interests. The school is located in the heart of Milwaukee and offers a good range of majors and minors for students from all walks of life. It s not an online college specifically, but does cater to students that enjoy learning online.

Program Features

Marquette University doesn t offer any full online degrees, but it does make many of its class offerings available online. It s possible to go through many courses without attending the University, but ultimately students will have to show up on campus to finish out a degree. The school offers a huge range of majors and minors with over 100 to choose from. Students can take up the following degrees and many more.

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Marquette University is a massive college with courses spanning 11 different colleges, it s ranked 50th in the best value schools and is well-known for being a good investment for students looking to further their education. Marquette became the first Catholic University that accepted women back in 1909 and is well-known as a Catholic University today.

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The Marantha Baptist University is a Baptist University that is located in Watertown, Wisconsin. The college offers a wide range of undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees and distant learning degrees for students interested in online learning. Many of the classes offered are varied with some in the arts, English, biology, counseling, church music and science studies, social, management, business and more.

Program Features

Full degrees are not found through the e-learning platform but many of the offered courses can be taken through the use of the online learning platform. Those students taking the classes can sign up for on-campus or online learning, depending on their preference. The courses that are offered to students online include:

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Regionally accredited by the North Central Association of the Higher Learning Commission, the students can participate in courses recognized by the Association. Teaching classes are recognized through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and provide certification. The Nursing Department is approved through the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing Department and accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education to provide thorough evaluation for graduating nurses. The University is also a member of many Associations, such as the National Christian College Athletic Association and National Collegiate Athletic Association.