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With convenient class scheduling and online flexibility, you can work toward a new career without giving up your day job. Earn your degree from a name you trust.
Kaplan University is regionally accredited. See the Kaplan University website for details.
Introducing the Academic Achievement Scholarship
Your achievements could reduce your tuition.
Unlike a student loan, the Kaplan University's new Academic Achievement Scholarship is merit-based, with all of the funds students receive applied directly towards their tuition costs. This scholarship can reduce undergraduate tuition by 20 percent†† for qualified Kaplan University students for each term they are eligible to receive the award.
The Academic Achievement Scholarship is available to eligible undergraduate students and may be combined with outside scholarships and/or financial aid. Eligible degree programs include accounting, arts and sciences, business, criminal justice, health sciences, IT, legal studies, and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The Academic Achievement Scholarship is just part of Kaplan University's ongoing commitment to the success of our students.
Our Commitment to Military Service Members
Kaplan University provides special support services for our military students, including a flexible deployment policy and consideration of military training experience and prior coursework for college credit.* The undergraduate tuition rate has been reduced up to 55 percent per quarter credit hour for active-duty servicemembers and reservists. For veterans, undergraduate tuition is reduced up to 38 percent per quarter credit hour. Kaplan University also offers reduced tuition rates on graduate programs and for military spouses. Kaplan University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and is a member of the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges Consortium (SOC).
Complete the"Request for Information" form to be contact by a Kaplan University representative to learn more about programs for members of the military.
College of Arts and Sciences
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Want to earn a degree, but not ready to commit to a specific field of study? Then design your own program of study in our College of Arts and Sciences. The Associate of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies provides you with a solid foundation to explore a variety of entry-level positions when you graduate, or you can use it toward your bachelor's degree when you are ready. Best of all, you can study at your convenience.
School of Business
Whether you are looking to start or advance a career, a rapidly changing economy means more opportunities for those who have specific knowledge and skills. Enrolling in one of our business programs is a good starting point. From accounting to applied management, we offer an education that gets results. Here is your chance to earn a business degree or certificate valued by companies worldwide-on your own time. The courses are thorough; the instructors are practicing professionals; and you can study anytime, anywhere at your convenience.
School of Criminal Justice
As our nation's population grows, the need for police professionals may have to keep pace. Along with that expansion, the concern for homeland security is also likely to increase.
Kaplan University's School of Criminal Justice offers aspiring and current professionals a choice of degree programs on the associate's, bachelor's, and master's levels, plus a variety of professional certificates.
In addition to a general course of study, our bachelor's degree program offers seven areas of specialization, including homeland security/emergency management and crime scene investigation. Our master's degree program features five specialization areas including leadership/executive management and law.
Classes are taught by professionals with real-world criminal justice and legal experience. And because you learn online, you can study at your convenience, virtually anytime, anywhere.
Fire Science and Emergency Management
Positions in fire departments and the emergency services industry are typically filled by dynamic individuals. Fire chiefs look for the most qualified candidates to fill managerial and higher-level support roles. Many fire departments may even require a bachelor's degree for promotion.* Kaplan University's fire science and emergency service programs are designed to provide you with the education to pursue a leadership role.† And, all of our course work closely follows the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education national curriculum model.
Kaplan University's online programs offer the flexibility to attend class virtually anywhere you have an Internet connection, and the convenience to study anytime, day or night.
* Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Fire Fighters, www.bls.gov/oco/ocos329.htm. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth.
† Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all.
Graduate School of Education
As a teacher in today's dynamic educational environment, keeping abreast of the learning needs of students requires you to continually fortify your skills and knowledge base. The Graduate School of Education offers flexible, online graduate degree programs that enhance your professional development whether as a licensed teacher seeking development or a career changer seeking to enter the teaching profession.
Higher Education and Adult Learning
Kaplan University's online higher education programs are designed to help you advance your career in postsecondary education or pursue entrance to the field.* The programs offer postsecondary educators and administrators the opportunity to develop skills to help them pursue a higher level of success.
Our online master's degree and certificate programs offer a strong core of courses that could help prepare you to pursue a wide range of positions in various departments of postsecondary institutions including administration, academic affairs, admissions and advising, and student services. Plus, we offer instructional concentration tracks within our Master of Science in Higher Education for those students looking to earn graduate hours in the subject they would like to teach at the postsecondary level.†
* Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all.
† College teaching requirements vary by institution and program. Students are responsible for verifying the requirements to teach in any program or institution of interest.
Teacher Education
Earning a master's degree or a graduate certificate in education could help you increase your career options and earning potential.* At Kaplan University, we can help you pursue today's opportunities in education, whether you plan to start a teaching career or advance in one.†
Kaplan University offers a convenient, flexible, and practical solution for earning your master's degree or certificate online. Many of our instructors are skilled educators and industry professionals who bring real-world experience to the interactive learning environment. Our students complete course work designed to build a strong foundation in teaching methods, and study how to enhance teaching effectiveness and integrate research-based practices into the classroom.
* Kaplan University makes no representations or warranties as to whether the program meets the specific requirements for any individual state or school system for pay increase purposes or career advancement. Kaplan University encourages its students to independently research the requirements in any state or school system in which they intend to seek a pay increase or a promotion.
† Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all.
School of Nursing
Advance your career with a degree or certificate in a time frame that suits your schedule. Kaplan University gives you the specific knowledge and skills you need to advance your health care career and increase your earning potential. The nursing and health care courses are comprehensive and the instructors are practicing professionals who teach real-world knowledge. Best of all, with flexible seminars, you can go to school anytime, anywhere at your convenience.
School of Health Sciences
Gain a professional edge on the competition in the fastest growing industry by earning your degree in the health sciences. The programs at Kaplan University provide you with real-world knowledge so that you can earn your degree and be qualified to seek licensure in your field. Learn from experienced professionals in the health sciences field and study anytime, anywhere at your convenience. Achieve your professional goals and advance your career.
School of Legal Studies
Equip yourself to pursue a range of career options: The School of Legal Studies offers a selection of online degree and certificate programs that are designed to be broadly applicable in today's market.*
The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies online degree program provides a solid background in the law for those considering law school,† employment as a paralegal, or a variety of careers in public service and business.
Also offered is a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies which is designed help students develop the technical, analytical, and administrative skills relevant to the paralegal profession.‡ Popular areas of study for this degree include alternative dispute resolution, family law, legal technology, and law office management.
* Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Graduates are not authorized to practice law and will not be eligible to sit for any state's bar examination. Graduates of these programs are not lawyers or authorized to practice law.
† While many of Kaplan University's degree programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued graduate- or doctorate-level education, the University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate or doctoral programs.
‡ Paralegals are not lawyers and cannot practice law or give legal advice.
Political Science, Public Administration, and Environmental Policy
As the government increasingly impacts the world around us and public policy changes, new employment opportunities may exist at federal, state, and local government levels, as well as in private corporations, environmental organizations, and more. You could make the most of these opportunities with a degree from Kaplan University.*
The Kaplan University School of Legal Studies offers several online degree programs that could help you prepare for a career in the public, private, or nonprofit sector. Choose from a broad undergraduate degree program like political science, or a more focused area of study like public or environmental policy. Kaplan University also offers public administration and environmental policy programs at the master's level. Because programs are online, you can study on your schedule — and our experienced professors will be there to support you along the way.
* Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all.
School of Information Systems and Technology
People, data, and machines—those who can manage all three efficiently are in high demand, even in today's tough economic climate. Kaplan University will give you the knowledge and skills you need to start or advance your IT career. As a graduate of one of our degree or certificate programs, you will attract top employers. The education is thorough; the courses are interactive; and you can study anytime, anywhere at your convenience.
