It’s important that you first establish some goals that you want to achieve through a college education. Once you have these goals established, you’ll have a better idea of how an online college degree can fit into your life. For example, you may want to eventually work with people rather than working in an individual working environment. A degree in psychology, sociology, or even early childhood education can all be viable options for this type of goal. Additionally, if you are struggling to decide on a college, Ashford offers an extensive guide to help you choose the right college path for you.

Ashford is an online university that provides a learning platform that is completely online to all its students. All of your courses take place in this online platform, and it is an asynchronous environment, which means you will have the ability to log in any time of the day. You also typically take one class at a time. This online learning platform is designed to provide convenience, as you will be able to communicate with fellow students and instructors, read assigned coursework, and submit assignments all through the online learning platform.

Those who enroll in a bachelor’s program and have zero existing credits and stay enrolled can typically expect to finish their online college degree in about four years. If you have attended a university or college previously, then you may have credits that you can transfer. By transferring approved credits, you are often able to graduate in a shorter time frame. There are also accelerated options and flexible learning solutions at Ashford University if you desire more flexibility in scheduling.

Depending upon the online college degree program you choose, prices will vary. Listed below is an overview of the anticipated costs of tuition associated with all of Ashford’s degree programs. Fees are not included below. For a more detailed list, please visit the tuition and financial aid page.

1. Undergraduate Program Tuition: $485.00/credit
2. Master’s Program Tuition: $635.00/credit - $705.00/credit
3. Doctoral Program Tuition: $1,082.00/credit

Ashford University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). WSCUC is a regional accrediting body that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Additionally, Ashford has programmatic accreditations across individual colleges and schools such as:

1. International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)
2. Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)
3. Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
    

Ashford University allows you the flexibility to create your own study schedule in order to complete your online coursework. Compared to traditional brick-and-mortar university classrooms, Ashford’s online degree programs can provide you with a flexible online learning format. Many of our students also work full-time jobs and have family obligations, so having an online working environment gives them the opportunity to keep going with their current responsibilities. From working on assignments around your existing work schedule to the on-the-go learning opportunities, the online flexibility that comes from an Ashford degree can help you take the next step in your education.

Ashford University offers associate (AA), bachelor’s (BA & BS), master’s (MA & MS), and doctoral (PhD & PsyD) online college degrees in a variety of disciplines. These include:

1. Accounting & Finance
2. Business
3. Communications
4. Criminal Justice
5. Education
6. Health Care
7. Information Technology
8. Liberal Arts
9. Political Science
10. Social & Behavioral Science

Certain degree programs may not be available in all states