I would like to earn a postgraduate degree but am not able to move. I
have heard of some innovatove prgramsat some of the best schools in
the country for these porgrams.
Any research on the best schools that offer online courses to earn a
degree?  I am not talking about the phony degrees but looking at known
and accreddited schools?

Hello, bailey111-ga! 

 I have compiled a selection of well-known, accredited institutions
that offer Master's degrees via distance learning. The following
schools offer a wide selection of degrees. I hope you find something
of interest!


Penn State
===========

The Penn State World Campus offers a number of Mater's degrees online:

Master of Business Administration (iMBA) 
Master of Education in Adult Education 
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction--Children's Literature 
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction--Teacher Leadership 
Master of Education in Instructional Systems--Educational Technology 
Master of Engineering in Oil and Gas Engineering Management 
Master of Geographic Information Systems 
Master of Homeland Security in Public Health Preparedness 
Master of Project Management 
http://www.worldcampus.psu.edu/degrees.shtml



Vanderbilt University
======================

Health Systems Management Master of Science in Nursing
http://www.msnvanderbilt.info/program_overview.htm



Ashford University
===================

Online Master's Programs
http://www.ashford.edu/online/degrees/masters.php

Masters in Business Administration
http://www.ashford.edu/online/degrees/mbasummary.php

http://www.ashford.edu/online/degrees/maltsummary.php
Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning with Technology


Ashford is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.



A.T. Still University
======================

Master of Geriatric Health 
Master of Health Administration 
Master of Health Education 
Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Advanced Physician Assistant Studies
Master of Public Health 
http://www.atsu.edu/online_programs/index.htm


"A.T. Still University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 30 N.
LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602. Phone 800.621.7440. In
addition, each program is accredited through its respective
professional organization. Please refer to a specific program for
information on its accrediation."
http://www.atsu.edu/about/accreditation.htm



Bellevue University
====================

Master of Business Administration
http://www.bellevue.edu/Online/programs/mba.html

Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
http://www.bellevue.edu/Online/programs/mscis.html

Master of Science in Management of Information Systems
http://www.bellevue.edu/Online/programs/msmis.html

Masters in Healthcare Administration
http://www.bellevue.edu/Online/programs/mha.html

Master of Arts in Leadership
http://www.bellevue.edu/Online/programs/mldr.html

Master of Arts in Management
http://www.bellevue.edu/Online/programs/mam.html

Master of Science in Security Management
http://www.bellevue.edu/Online/programs/mssm.html


We are regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCACS).
http://www.bellevue.edu/about/



Florida Atlantic University
============================

Virtual MBA Program 
https://www.fauexecutiveprograms.com/ApplicationFiles/web/WebFrame.cfm?web_id=555

Accreditation Southern Association of Colleges and Schools 
http://www.fau.edu/academic/iea/inst/facts.htm



Boston Universtiy
===================

Master?s Degrees
-----------------
Master of Criminal Justice 
Masters of Music, Music Education 
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems 
- Database and Knowledge Management
- Information Systems and Security 
Master of Science in Management
- Banking and Financial Services Management
- Business Continuity and Emergency Management
- Human Resources Management
- Insurance Management
- International Marketing Management
- Project Management 
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy 
http://www.bu.edu/online/online_programs/graduate_degree/index.html


"An online degree from Boston University represents achievement of a
high academic standard. Our programs are accredited through the New
England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., one of six
nationally recognized accrediting agencies."
http://www.bu.edu/online/about_boston_university_online/


Doctoral Degrees
-----------------
Doctor of Musical Arts, Music Education 
Transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy 



Gonzaga University
==================

Online Master of Arts in Communication and Leadership Studies 
http://www.gonzagaonline.com/online_COML.asp

Online Master of Science in Nursing
http://www.gonzagaonline.com/online_masters_nursing_degree.asp

Online Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership
http://www.gonzagaonline.com/online_MOL.asp



LeTourneau University
======================

Online MBA program
http://www.letu.edu/opencms/opencms/future-students/SGPS/accelonline/overview.html

SACS: LeTourneau is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane,
Decatur, Ga. 30033-4097-telephone (404) 679-4501, to award associate,
baccalaureate and master?s degrees.

IACBE: LeTourneau University?s business program is accredited through
the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.
http://www.letu.edu/opencms/opencms/future-students/SGPS/accelonline/about.html



Benedictine University
=======================

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) 

"Benedictine University offers a high quality, fully online M.B.A.
with four in-demand concentrations in Financial Management, Health
Administration, International Business and Marketing Management. The
interactive online format of the Online M.B.A. allows you the
flexibility to complete your coursework around busy work and personal
schedules; and earn your master's degree from an established,
reputable university."
http://www.ben.edu/programs/graduate/program_detail.asp?gProgramID=1


"Benedictine University is accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools,
the Illinois State Board of Education Teacher Certification Section,
the National League for Nursing and the Commission on Accreditation
for Dietetics Education of The American Dietetic Association."
http://www.ben.edu/about/profile.asp



Dominican University
======================

M.S.Ed. Master of Science in Education with a Concentration in Literacy 
 
"The M.S.Ed. degree with a concentration in literacy, offered in
cooperation with Pearson SkyLight, is a distance learning program that
offers teachers the opportunity to further specialize their degree by
choosing between an elementary or middle/secondary concentration."
http://www.dom.edu/soe/programs.asp?program_id=97&type_id=graduate&schnav_id=2070&tschnav_id=1017

Dominican University is accredited by the North Central Association of
Colleges and Secondary Schools as a baccalaureate and master?s degree
granting institution
http://www.dom.edu/about/mission.asp?nav_id=2018&tnav_id=1004



Loyola University
==================

MA in Bioethics

"Welcome to the Loyola University Chicago online Masters of Art degree
in Bioethics program.  We're pleased to offer the only distance
learning graduate education degree program in bioethics in the United
States that can be taken entirely online-- no classroom attendance is
required."
http://www.meddean.luc.edu/depts/bioethics/online_index.htm

Courses
http://www.meddean.luc.edu/depts/bioethics/onlinema/courses_2005-06.htm



Ellis College of NYIT
=======================

Ellis College, the online division of New York Institute of Technology
(NYIT), was created to provide working adults with a convenient and
credible way to advance their careers and achieve their personal and
professional goals.
http://ellis.nyit.edu/difference/

MBA programs
http://ellis.nyit.edu/schools/mba.php

Master's programs
http://ellis.nyit.edu/schools/masters.php


"An academic division of the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT),
Ellis College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher
Education, a unit of the Middle States Association of Colleges and
Schools."
http://ellis.nyit.edu/difference/accreditation.php



Utica College
==============

Online Master of Science in Economic Crime Management
Online Master of Business Administration in Fraud Management
Online Master of Business Administration in Professional Accountancy
http://www.economiccrimedegrees.com/master_degrees_utica_college.asp

Accreditation
http://www.economiccrimedegrees.com/utica_college_accreditation.asp



California Lutheran University
===============================

MBA in Financial Planning

"California Lutheran University's innovative and accredited MBA and
Certificate programs in Financial Planning are now available online!
The CLU program is the only MBA program completely geared toward
financial planning and services professionals." Accredited by Western
Association of Schools and Colleges
http://ww2.callutheran.edu/cif/



Thomas Edison State College
============================

The Master of Science in Human Resources Management (MSHRM) serves
human resource professionals who wish to become strategic partners in
their organizations.
 
The Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree was developed
specifically to focus on leadership and management skills.

The Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) degree program provides
working professionals an opportunity to study the liberal arts from an
applied perspective.
 
http://www.tesc.edu/graduate/


Thomas Edison State College is accredited by the Middle States
Association of Colleges and Schools
http://www.tesc.edu/aboutus/accreditation.php



Worcester Polytechnic Institute
================================

Online Master's programs
http://www.wpi.edu/Academics/ADLN/Programs/

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is accredited by the New England
Association of Schools and Colleges. The bachelor?s and master?s
degree programs in business offered by the Department of Management
are accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business.
http://www.wpi.edu/Academics/ADLN/WPI/accreditation.html



Strayer University
===================

Master in Education
Master in Public Administration
Master in Health Services Administration
Master in Business Administration
Master of Science in Professional Accounting
Master of Science in Management Information Systems
Master of Science in Information Systems
http://www.strayer.edu/handler.cfm?cid=6839ACE9-8C98-4D99-ADA4374C6E39CB59&sid=3524A52D-D71C-4792-8029BF3D51657E09


Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education
http://www.strayer.edu/handler.cfm?sid=3524A52D-D71C-4792-8029BF3D51657E09&cid=6B247B83-1877-47C0-AF8440187DCD9927


Upper Iowa University
======================

Masters of Business Administration
Masters of Public Administration
http://manchester.uiu.edu/distance/online/on_graduate/index_graduate.html


The University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is
a member of the North Central Association
http://www.uiu.edu/general/about/accreditation.html



Eastern Kentucky University
===========================

Master's in Loss Prevention & Safety 
http://www.lossprevention.eku.edu/
http://www.lossprevention.eku.edu/onlineMasters.asp

"Available both online and on-campus, the Loss Prevention & Safety
Master?s program at Eastern Kentucky University is the only one of its
kind in the nation. This 36-credit program is designed to meet the
needs of working professionals in loss prevention, safety management,
fire, security, insurance, and human resources."



Centenary College
=================

Master of Education in Educational Practice
Master of Business Administration
Master of Arts in Leadership and Public Administration
http://www.centenarycollege.edu/cms/index.php?id=622

Accreditation
http://www.centenary.edu/academics/accreditation.html



Florida Institute of Technology
================================

The School of Extended Graduate Studies offers graduate degrees via
distance learning
http://uc.fit.edu/segs/academics/degrees/



Champlain College
==================

MBA and the MS in Managing Innovation and Information Technology 
http://www.champlain.edu/master/?msp=null

Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the
State of Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators, and the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
(Radiography Program)
http://www.champlain.edu/coce/information/about.php



Indiana Wesleyan
=================

Master of Business Administration 
Master of Ministry
Master of Science in Management 
Master of Education
Master of Science in Nursing Education  
Master of Science in Nursing Administration  
http://caps.indwes.edu/onlineDegrees/

"CAPS programs are accredited by the North Central Association-Higher
Learning Commission, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
and National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)."
http://caps.indwes.edu/aboutCaps/



Grand Canyon University
========================

See all online programs by clicking on the Programs link
http://www.gcu.edu/online/online_home.php

"Grand Canyon University is accredited by The Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association. Grand Canyon University,
through its Ken Blanchard College of Business, is nationally
accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and
Programs." http://www.gcu.edu/campus/accreditation.php
    


Colorado Technical University
==============================

Online Master's programs
http://www.ctuonline.com/

Accreditation
http://www.coloradotech.edu/about_ctu/accreditation.asp



Franklin University
====================

Online MBA program

http://www.franklin.edu/en_us/www.franklin.edu/Online%2BLearning/Virtu%2540l%2BCampus/

http://www.franklin.edu/en_us/www.franklin.edu/Degree+Programs/Graduate+Programs/Master+of+Business+Administration/


Franklin is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools 
http://www.franklin.edu/en_us/www.franklin.edu/About%2BFranklin/Fact%2BSheet/



University of Scranton
=======================

1. Master of Science: Curriculum and Instruction. Augment your
knowledge with advanced research methods and instructional techniques.
Geared toward certificated teachers.

2. Master of Science: Educational Administration. Designed for
educators seeking career advancement in school administration. Focus
is on administrative techniques.
http://www.uscranton.com/index.asp
http://www.uscranton.com/program_curriculum.asp

The University of Scranton is regionally accredited by The Commission
on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and
Schools, and the Graduate School is accredited by the Pennsylvania
Department of Education (PDE).
http://www.uscranton.com/university.asp



Tiffin University
==================

Tiffin University was established in 1888 and offers a regionally and
nationally accredited Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree
and a top-notch, regionally accredited Master of Science in Criminal
Justice (MSCJ) degree.
http://www.tiffin.edu/livepages/2826.shtml

Online 
http://www.tiffin.edu/livepages/2829.shtml



Norwhich University
====================

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering 
http://www.msee.norwich.edu/

Master of Civil Engineering
http://www.mce.norwich.edu/overview.htm

Master of Business Administration
http://www.mba.norwich.edu/online_mba_program_overview.htm

Master in Justice Administration
http://www.mja.norwich.edu/overview.htm

Master of Science of Information Assurance
http://www.msia.norwich.edu/overview.htm

Master of Science in Organizational Leadership 
http://www.leadership.norwich.edu/

Master of Education
http://www.med.norwich.edu/

Master of Arts in Diplomacy 
http://www.diplomacy.norwich.edu/overview.htm



St. Xavier University
======================

Field Based:

"The Master of Arts in Teaching and Leadership Program (MATL), a
field-based master's program, is designed for certified employed
education personnel who wish to complete a Master of Arts in Teaching
and Leadership."
http://www.sxu.edu/soe/gr_teaching.asp



Regis University
=================

Master of Science in Computer Information Technology degree 
http://www.regis.edu/regis.asp?sctn=apg&p1=gp&p2=mscit&p3=ol

Master of Nonprofit Management - Online Option
http://www.regis.edu/regis.asp?sctn=apg&p1=gp&p2=mnm&p3=ol

Master of Science in Software and Information Systems
http://www.regis.edu/regis.asp?sctn=apg&p1=gp&p2=mct

Master of Science in Management
http://www.regis.edu/regis.asp?sctn=apg&p1=gp&p2=msm&p3=ol



University of Cincinnati
=========================

Educational Leadership - Distance Learning: MEd
http://www.grad.uc.edu/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.PIDDetail&PID=258

Communication Science and Disorders - Distance Learning: MA
http://www.grad.uc.edu/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.PIDDetail&PID=287

Nursing - Nurse Midwifery - Distance Learning: MSN
http://www.grad.uc.edu/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.PIDDetail&PID=275

Nursing - Women?s Health - Distance Learning: MSN
http://www.grad.uc.edu/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.PIDDetail&PID=276

Criminal Justice - Distance Learning: MS
http://www.grad.uc.edu/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.PIDDetail&PID=259


The University of Cincinnati is accredited by:

The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools 
The Higher Learning Commission 
http://www.uc.edu/about/accreditation.html



University of Maryland - University College
=============================================

Online Graduate School
http://www.umuc.edu/prog/gsmt/online/online_home.shtml

http://www.umuc.edu/grad/degrees/index.shtml

Accreditation
http://www.umuc.edu/gen/accred.shtml


==


 I hope these help!


Sincerely,

umiat

Search Strategy
accredited online master's degree
online graduate degrees
online master's degree

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Clarification of Answer by umiat-ga on 28 Jul 2006 13:59 PDT

Here are a few more that might be of interest!

Crown College
==============

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership is designed for those
involved in the teaching profession to increase performance and
effectiveness in the classroom.

Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership focuses on leadership within the
context of the church and the Christian community.

Master of Arts in Intercultural Leadership Studies is designed to
provide the educational backdrop to ministry in a culturally diverse
setting.

Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership is designed for business
professionals desiring to increase their effectiveness in the
workplace and those who aspire to organizational management.
http://www.crown.edu/556.0.html

Accreditation
http://www.crown.edu/2881.0.html



ECornell
=========

Certificate only.
http://www.ecornell.com/

Programs
http://www.ecornell.com/catalog/



Indiana State University
==========================

Distance Learning Graduate Programs
http://www.indstate.edu/distance/programs.html

Master Degrees 
Criminology 
Electronics and Computer Technology 
Health and Safety 
Human Resource Development 
Nursing 
Student Affairs and Higher Education 

Doctoral (Ph.D.) Program 
Technology Management

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Request for Answer Clarification by bailey111-ga on 16 Aug 2006 11:52 PDT

Thanks. This is a good list.  I feel like there are more from larer
schools and more prgrams similiar to ecornell. If there is anything
else you could add or find it would be appreciated.
To narrow things down, areas of interest are masters in history, business, and law.
Thanks again, it is a good answer. I didn;t see it until just now, i
guess my alert got sent to my junk mail.

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Clarification of Answer by umiat-ga on 16 Aug 2006 21:48 PDT

You might want to look at this link of Distance Graduate Programs.
There are a few reputable schools mixed in with the less desirable,
but you might find a few more!

Distance Grad Schools
http://distance.gradschools.com/DistancePrograms.html

The answer seemslike it could be a little better organized - better
schools and such.
I should have given more clarification on my question.