Accredited Online Masters Degree Programs

Accredited Online masters degree programs provides an excellent opportunity for any one planning to take their careers to higher level and yet allowing flexibility.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, masters degree holders have an edge over other employees who do not posses masters degrees.

Masters degree holders hold most of the management position as well as higher salaries.

Popular Masters Degree Online Programs

Top Colleges Offering Accredited Online Masters Degree Programs

University of Phoenix Online Masters Degree Programs

The University of Phoenix conducts it’s programs in small classes meaning that instructors are accessible. University of Phoenix is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association and has various programmatic or specialized accreditations for it’s various programs.

  • Master of Business Administration - Global Management
  • Master of Business Administration - Health Care Management
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  • Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
  • Master of Business Administration - Technology Management
  • Master of Business Administration - Marketing
  • Master of Health Administration
  • Master of Health Administration - Gerontology
  • Master of Health Administration - Health Care Education
  • Master of Health Administration - Health Care Informatics
  • Master of Information Systems
  • Master of Management
  • Master of Management - Human Resources Management
  • Master of Management - Public Administration
  • Master of Science in Accountancy
  • Master of Science in Administration of Justice and Security
  • Master of Science in Nursing
  • Master of Science in Nursing - Informatics
  • Master of Science in Nursing - Health Care Education
  • Master of Science in Nursing - Master of Business Administration - Health Care Management
  • Master of Science in Nursing - Master of Health Administration
  • Master of Science in Psychology
  • Master of Arts in Education - Administration and Supervision
  • Master of Arts in Education - Adult Education and Training
  • Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
  • Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction - Computer Education
  • Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction - English and Language Arts Education
  • Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction - ESL
  • Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics Education
  • Master of Arts in Education - Early Childhood Education
  • Master of Arts in Education - Special Education
  • Master of Arts in Education - Teacher Education for Elementary Licensure
  • Master of Arts in Education - Teacher Education for Secondary Licensure
  • Master of Arts in Education - Teacher Leadership
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Business Administration - Accounting


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Capella University Online Masters Degree Programs

  • EdS - Curriculum and Instruction
  • EdS - Leadership in Education Administration
  • MBA - Accounting
  • MBA - Finance
  • MBA - General Business Administration
  • MBA - Human Resource Management
  • MBA - Information Technology Management
  • MBA - Marketing
  • MBA - Project Management
  • MBA – Health Care Management
  • MPA - General Public Administration
  • MPH - General Public Health
  • MPH - Health Management and Policy
  • MPH - Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • MS - Addiction Counseling
  • MS - Child and Adolescent Development
  • MS - Business Analysis
  • MS - Clinical Psychology
  • MS - Child and Adolescent Development
  • MS - Counseling Psychology
  • MS - Counseling Studies
  • MS - Criminal Justice
  • MS - Curriculum and Instruction
  • MS - Early Childhood Education
  • MS - Educational Psychology
  • MS - Enrollment Management
  • MS - Emergency Management
  • MS - Enterprise Software Architecture
  • MS - Evaluation, Research, and Measurement
  • MS - General Career Counseling
  • MS - General Human Resource Management
  • MS - General Human Services
  • MS - General Information Technology
  • MS - General Psychology
  • MS - Gerontology
  • MS - Health Care Administration
  • MS - Human Capital Management
  • MS - Industrial Labor and Relations
  • MS - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
  • MS - Information Assurance and Security
  • MS - Instructional Design for Online Learning
  • MS - K-12 Studies in Education
  • MS - Leadership
  • MS - Leadership in Educational Administration
  • MS - Legal Studies
  • MS - Management of Nonprofit Agencies
  • MS - Marriage and Family Therapy
  • MS - Mental Health Counseling
  • MS - Network Architecture
  • MS - Organizational Development
  • MS - Postsecondary and Adult Education
  • MS - Professional Studies in Education
  • MS - Project Management
  • MS - Public Safety Leadership
  • MS - Reading and Literacy
  • MS - School Counseling
  • MS - School Psychology
  • MS - Social and Community Services
  • MS - Special Education Teaching
  • MS - Sport Psychology
  • MS - Training and Performance Improvement
  • MS - Organizational Leader Development
  • MS - Leadership Coaching Psychology
  • MSN - Nurse Educator
  • MS - Leadership Coaching Psychology
  • MS - Leadership Coaching Psychology
  • MSN - Nurse Educator
  • MSN - Nurse Educator Bridge


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Liberty University

  • Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership
  • Educational Specialist in Teaching and Learning
  • M.Ed. Administration and Supervision
  • M.Ed. Program Specialist
  • M.Ed. Program Specialist - Gifted
  • M.Ed. Program Specialist - Early Childhood
  • M.Ed. Program Specialist - Math
  • M.Ed. Program Specialist - Reading
  • M.Ed. Teaching and Learning
  • M.Ed. School Counseling
  • M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - Elementary Education
  • M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - General Education
  • M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - Secondary Education
  • M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - Special Education
  • Master of Arts in Christian Leadership
  • Master of Arts in Discipleship Ministries
  • Master of Arts in Evangelism and Church Planting
  • Master of Arts in Human Services - Business Management
  • Master of Arts in Human Services - Christian Ministries
  • Master of Arts in Human Services - Executive Leadership
  • Master of Arts in Human Services - Health and Wellness
  • Master of Arts in Human Services - Marriage and Family
  • Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies
  • Master of Arts in Management and Leadership
  • Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy
  • Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling
  • Master of Arts in Professional Counseling
  • Master of Arts in Professional Counseling - 60 Hour
  • Master of Arts in Religion
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Biblical Studies
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Christian Leadership
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Church Ministries
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Discipleship Ministries
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Evangelism and Church Planting
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Pastoral Counseling
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Pre-Pastoral
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Theology and Apologetics
  • Master of Arts in Religion - Worship Studies
  • Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
  • Master of Arts in Theological Studies
  • Master of Arts in Worship - Ethnomusicology
  • Master of Arts in Worship Studies
  • Master of Arts in Worship Studies - Church Planting
  • Master of Business Administration - Accounting
  • Master of Business Administration - General
  • Master of Business Administration - Human Resources
  • Master of Business Administration - International Management
  • Master of Divinity
  • Master of Business Administration - Leadership
  • Master of Divinity - Biblical Studies
  • Master of Divinity - Chaplaincy
  • Master of Divinity - Church Ministries
  • Master of Divinity - Evangelism and Church Planting
  • Master of Divinity - Leadership
  • Master of Divinity - Missional Studies
  • Master of Divinity - Pastoral Counseling
  • Master of Divinity - Pastoral/Preaching
  • Master of Divinity - Pastoral Ministries
  • Master of Divinity - Professional Studies
  • Master of Divinity - Theology and Apologetics
  • Master of Divinity - Worship Studies
  • Master of Religion in Intercultural Studies
  • Master of Religious Education
  • Master of Sacred Theology
  • Master of Science in Accounting
  • Master of Science in Management
  • Master of Science in Nursing - Acute Care


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Kaplan University

  • M.A. in Teaching - Outside Iowa
  • M.B.A./Entrepreneurship
  • M.B.A./Finance
  • M.B.A./Health Care Management
  • M.B.A./Human Resources
  • M.B.A./International Business
  • M.B.A./Marketing
  • M.B.A./Project Management
  • M.B.A./Supply Chain Management and Logistics
  • M.S. in Criminal Justice
  • M.S. in Accounting
  • M.S. in Criminal Justice/Corrections
  • M.S. in Criminal Justice/Global Issues in Criminal Justice
  • M.S. in Criminal Justice/Law
  • M.S. in Criminal Justice/Leadership and Executive Management
  • M.S. in Criminal Justice/Policing
  • M.S. in Education
  • M.S. in Higher Education/College Administration and Leadership
  • M.S. in Higher Education/College Teaching and Learning
  • M.S. in Higher Education/Online College Teaching
  • M.S. in Higher Education/Student Affairs
  • M.S. in Information Technology
  • M.S. in Information Technology/Business Intelligence
  • M.S. in Information Technology/Information Security and Assurance
  • M.S. in Information Technology/Project Management
  • M.S. in Legal Studies
  • M.S. in Management/Change Leadership
  • M.S. in Management/Human Resources
  • M.S. in Management/Health Care Management
  • M.S. in Management/Project Management
  • M.S. in Management/Supply Chain Management and Logistics
  • M.S. in Management/Supply Chain Management and Logistics
  • M.S. in Nursing/Nurse Administrator
  • M.S. in Nursing/Nurse Educator
  • M.S. in Psychology/Addictions
  • M.S. in Psychology/Applied Behavioral Analysis
  • M.S. in Psychology/General Psychology
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Healthcare Administration
  • Master of Public Health/Epidemiology
  • Master of Public Health/Health Education
  • Master of Public Health/Public Health Program Development
  • RN to MSN in Nursing


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Ashford University

  • MA/Education - Assessment & Measurement
  • MA/Education - Child Development
  • MA/Education - Culturally Responsive Education
  • MA/Education - Curriculum & Instruction
  • MA/Education - Distance Learning
  • MA/Education - Early Childhood Education
  • MA/Education - Education and Public Policy
  • MA/Education - Educational Technology Leadership
  • MA/Education - English Language Learner
  • MA/Education - Higher Education
  • MA/Education - No Concentration
  • MA/Education - Special Education (non-licensure)
  • MA/Education - Teacher Leader
  • MA/Health Care Administration
  • MA/Organizational Management - Healthcare Administration
  • MA/Organizational Management - Human Resource Management
  • MA/Organizational Management - No Concentration
  • MA/Organizational Management - Project Management
  • MA/Organizational Management - Public Administration
  • MA/Organizational Management - Supply Chain Management
  • MA/Organizational Management – Global Management
  • MA/Organizational Management – Organizational Leadership
  • MA/Teaching and Learning with Technology
  • Master of Public Administration


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Devry University

  • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering


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Keller Graduate School of Management

  • Master of Accounting and Financial Management
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Human Resource Management
  • Master of Information Systems Management
  • Master of Network and Communications Management
  • Master of Project Management
  • Master of Public Administration
  • Master of Science in Educational Technology


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Walden University

  • M.S. degree program in Clinical Research Administration
  • M.S. in Education
  • M.S. in Education - Adolescent Literacy and Technology (Grades 6–12)
  • M.S. in Education - Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment (Grades K-12)
  • M.S. in Education - Educational Leadership (Non-Licensure) (Grades K–12)
  • M.S. in Education - Elementary Reading and Literacy (PreK-6)
  • M.S. in Education - Elementary Reading and Mathematics (Grades K-6)
  • M.S. in Education - Integrating Technology in the Classroom (Grades K–12)
  • M.S. in Education - Literacy and Learning in the Content Areas (Grades 6–12)
  • M.S. in Education - Mathematics (Grades 6-8)
  • M.S. in Education - Mathematics (Grades K-5)
  • M.S. in Education - Middle Level Education (Grades 5-8)
  • M.S. in Education - Professional Development (Grades P-12)
  • M.S. in Education - Science (Grades K-8)
  • M.S. in Education - Special Education (Non-Licensure) (Grades K-12)
  • M.S. in Education - Teacher Leadership (Grades K-12)
  • M.S. in Forensic Psychology - Forensic Psychology in Community Settings
  • M.S. in Forensic Psychology - General Program
  • M.S. in Forensic Psychology - Mental Health Applications
  • M.S. in Forensic Psychology - Program Planning & Evaluation in Forensic Settings
  • M.S. in Forensic Psychology - Psychology & Legal Systems
  • M.S. in Health Informatics
  • M.S. in Leadership - Entrepreneurship
  • M.S. in Leadership - General Management
  • M.S. in Leadership - Human Resources Leadership
  • M.S. in Leadership - Innovation and Technology
  • M.S. in Leadership - Project Management
  • M.S. in Leadership - Leader Development
  • M.S. in Leadership - Self-Designed
  • M.S. in Leadership - Sustainable Futures
  • M.S. in Mental Health Counseling (CACREP-Accredited) - Forensic Counseling
  • M.S. in Mental Health Counseling (CACREP-Accredited)
  • M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
  • M.S. in Project Management
  • M.S. in Psychology - Crisis Management and Response
  • M.S. in Psychology - General Program
  • M.S. in Psychology - Health Psychology
  • M.S. in Psychology - Leadership Development and Coaching
  • M.S. in Psychology - Media Psychology
  • M.S. in Psychology - Organizational Psychology and Development
  • M.S. in Psychology - Organizational Psychology and Nonprofit Management
  • M.S. in Psychology - Program Evaluation and Research
  • M.S. in Psychology - Psychology of Culture
  • M.S. in Psychology - Psychology, Public Administration and Social Change
  • M.S. in Psychology - Social Psychology
  • M.S. in Psychology - Terrorism and Security
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Entrepreneurship
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Finance
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Healthcare Management
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Healthcare System Improvement
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Human Resource Management
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - International Business
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Leadership
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Marketing
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Project Management
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Risk Management
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Sustainable Futures
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Technology
  • Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.)
  • Master of Information Systems Management (M.I.S.M.) - Business Information Management
  • Master of Information Systems Management (M.I.S.M.) - Enterprise Information Security
  • Master of Information Systems Management (M.I.S.M.) - IT Strategy and Governance
  • Master of Information Systems Management (M.I.S.M.) - Managing Global Software and Service Supply Chains
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - General Program
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Homeland Security Policy
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Health Policy
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Interdisciplinary Policy Studies
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Law and Public Policy
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Nonprofit Management and Leadership
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Public Management and Leadership
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Policy Analysis
  • Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Terrorism, Mediation and Peace
  • Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Instructional Design and Technology - General Program
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Instructional Design and Technology - Online Learning
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - Education
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Instructional Design and Technology - Training and Performance Improvement
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - General
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - Informatics
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - Leadership and Management
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - Informatics
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - Education
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - Leadership and Management
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - General


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Baker College Online

  • Master of Business Administration - Accounting
  • Master of Business Administration - Finance
  • Master of Business Administration - General Business
  • Master of Business Administration - Health Care Management
  • Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
  • Master of Business Administration - Information Management
  • Master of Business Administration - Leadership Studies
  • Master of Business Administration - Marketing
  • Master of Science - Information Systems



AT Still University

  • Master of Health Administration (M.H.A.)
  • Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
  • Master of Public Health – Dental (M.P.H.-Dental)
  • Master of Science in Advanced Occupational Therapy Studies (M.S.)
  • Master of Science in Advanced Physician Assistant Studies (M.S.)
  • Master of Science in Human Movement (M.S.)



Most Hiring managers have reported in industry surveys that accredited online programs are equally recognized and desirable as traditional masters degrees.

Assuming the students have selected a properly accredited online school, they can obtain their masters degrees online and have the same career options and benefits as traditional students.

Masters degree programs are either conducted 100% online or a blend of on-campus and online.

Online Masters in education

Masters degree in education is one of the most popular online degree program and one of the most broad, with many specializations and concentrations. Some of the most popular concentrations in education at the masters level include Curriculum and Instruction, Teaching, Special education, education administration, Elementary education and English.

Some of the accredited Universities that offer Online Masters degree in Education include:

  • Abilene Christian University
  • American College of Education
  • American InterContinental University
  • American Military University
  • Arkansas State University
  • Ashford University
  • Benedictine University
  • Boston University
  • California Coast University
  • Capella University
  • Grand Canyon University
  • Jones International University
  • University of Phoenix
  • Walden University


Psychology Masters

Masters degree online programs in psychology are very popular with psychologists and starting psychologist. There are many concentrations and specializations offered at various online colleges. Some of the top and on demand specializations in psychology at masters level are, organizational psychology and clinical psychology.

Most online masters degree programs in psychology are either offered as Master of Arts or Master of science programs.

Some of the Accredited colleges offering online masters degree in Psychology are;

  • American InterContinental University
  • American InterContinental University
  • Capella University
  • Grand Canyon University
  • Kaplan University
  • The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
  • University of Phoenix
  • University of the Rockies
  • Walden University


Information Technology Masters

Online Masters degree programs in Information Technology is one of the fastest rising online program by popularity. There are various specializations and concentration offered by various Universities but some of the most common specializations include, Internet security, Information Technology Management, e-commerce and Information security assurance.

Below is a list of select accredited colleges that teach Masters degree online programs in Information Technology

  • Arizona State University
  • Brandeis University
  • Capella University
  • Kaplan University
  • Nova Southeastern University


Accounting Masters

Accounting degrees have generally been popular. Online Masters degree programs in accounting are very popular with working accounting professionals. This may be explained by the fact that a large percentage of bachelor’s degree in accounting graduates get Jobs much faster on graduation. With the need to pursue higher career goals, students find the best flexibility in for their career growth in online degrees.

The most popular online accounting masters degrees are MBA Accounting, MBA Accounting and Finance and Master of Science in accounting.

The following select accredited schools teach Masters degree online programs in accounting.

  • American InterContinental University
  • Baker College Online
  • Benedictine University
  • Kaplan University
  • Keiser University
  • Keller Graduate School of Management
  • Liberty University Online
  • Stratford University
  • Strayer University
  • University of Phoenix


Finance MBA

Like in accounting, the most popular online masters degree in Finance are, MBA Accounting and Finance, MBA Finance. Others are Corporate Finance and Financial analyst.

Criminal Justice

The most popular Criminal Justice masters programs are, Master of Science in Criminal Justice, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice with Forensic Science among the most popular concentrations in Criminal Justice.

What are the Funding Options for Masters degree online programs?

Like any other traditional degree courses, students pursuing masters degree online programs are eligible for all forms of Financial aid including scholarships and grants and Student loans.

How Much does it cost to pursue an Online Masters degree?

In general, online degree students pay less than their brick and mortar counterparts. This is because colleges and Universities offering online degrees enjoy economies of scale and are also able to allocate the same resources to various students resulting to shared costs to students. With the added benefits of cost savings of not having to need travel costs and other costs related to student residency, students pursuing masters degree online programs should make even higher saving.

Are Masters degree online programs recognized by employers and other Universities?

Accredited online degrees like the brick and mortar degrees are recognized both by employers and by other accredited Universities.

You will however need to establish the accreditation status of a University before admission.

What are the entry requirements for Masters degree online programs?

Each University set’s it’s own entry requirements to it’s degree programs. However, majority of colleges but not all require students to have a bachelor’s degree before they are admitted for an online masters program. Other Universities will accept certain professional qualifications or other qualifications combined with work experience.

Is the course content for Masters degree online programs equivalent to the one taught in traditional class set up?

Yes. Universities that offer online degree programs at the masters level as in the case of other online degrees use the same course materials and curriculum for their online degrees as for on campus degree programs.





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Colleges Offering Online Masters Degrees

University of Phoenix

Walden University

Strayer University

Liberty University Online

Virginia College

Kaplan University

Grand Canyon University

DeVry University - Quinstreet

American InterContinental University

Capella University

Colorado Technical University

Kent State University

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