Online Degree Programs - The University of Scranton

About

What They're Known For:

The University of Scranton, located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Northeast, is ranked one of the top schools in America. Combining the Jesuit, Catholic tradition with a cutting-edge curriculum, The University of Scranton has been regularly named one of The Princeton Review’s top colleges. It’s also consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Top 10 Best Regional Universities in the North.

The University of Scranton consistently ranks in the top tier of CPA exam pass rates. It is one of the few schools to offer a 100% online graduate accounting program with AACSB accreditation, CPA exam prep material, and access to CPA alumni.
Singled out by U.S. News & World Report as a top online MBA program, students have the option of choosing from six specializations: General MBA, Accounting, Enterprise Resource Planning, Healthcare Management, International Business, and Operations Management.
Updated curriculum for their online Master’s in Human Resources gives students an edge in the constantly evolving world of HR management and leadership strategy.
The interdisciplinary MS in Health Informatics offers an education solution to clinicians, information technologists, and business professionals working in healthcare, as well as those interested in entering the health informatics field.
The University of Scranton is devoted to the Jesuit tradition of “cura personalis,” working with each person in light of his or her own unique gifts, challenges, needs and possibilities.

Accreditation

The University of Scranton is accredited by the MSA, The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; 267-284-5000).

AACSB accreditation (Association of Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). Only about 5 percent of educational institutions worldwide that offer business degrees have achieved this distinction.

Online Programs

Program Listings

Master’s Degree Programs
- Master of Accountancy
  Gain the finance and accounting skills needed for career advancement with The University of Scranton's online Master of Accountancy (MAcc). Housed in the AACSB-accredited Kania School of Management, students experience a rigorous curriculum developed by award-winning instructors and researchers. The program is built on core competencies that emphasize the development of soft skills and practical strategy. The 30-credit-hour online MAcc program fulfills the 150 credit hours required by most states to take the CPA exam.
  
  Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to:
  
  •   Apply practical knowledge in the field of accounting including how knowledge is generated and disseminated
  •   Apply advanced approaches to leveraging accounting as a means of solving business problems
  •   Comprehend and employ skills needed for identifying and navigating red flags that could indicate occupational fraud
  •   Critically analyze accounting information to disseminate value-added insights for the firm for effective economic decisions
  •   Understand the global environment and critical leadership roles that are associated within the broader business environment
  •   Demonstrate effective and advanced communication skills to key stakeholders within and outside of the firm
  
  The University of Scranton's online MAcc program is designed for busy, full-time accounting professionals who need a flexible and asynchronous degree program to accommodate their full schedules. The program is entirely online, allowing students the opportunity to study and continue their education how and when it is convenient for them. The curriculum is also frequently updated and influenced by The University of Scranton's Accounting Department Partnership Council (ADPC), a group of practicing CPAs who have partnered with The University's Accounting Department for consulting, student mentorship, and alumni networking. In addition, students are able to purchase the premier, Big 4 Firms-endorsed Wiley CPAexcel® at a deep discount in order to prepare students for the CPA exam.
- Master of Health Administration
  Through one of the first online Master of Health Administration (MHA) programs accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME), The University of Scranton provides your clearest path to success. With a 90 percent job placement rate and higher than average median salaries, excellence is just the starting point for our graduates.
  
  The online MHA offers the key components to develop leaders who can apply a comprehensive skill set that demonstrates fluency in managing a healthcare system or organization. Utilizing the ACHE Healthcare Leadership Alliance competency model, graduates will be experts with 24 core competencies, covered in five critical domains.
  
  The University of Scranton offers two specializations in the online Master of Health Administration program to better prepare you for the ever-changing healthcare industry:
  
  - MHA with Health Informatics Specialization
  - MHA with Global Health Specialization
  
  *Applicants should have a minimum of three years of professional or supervisory work experience.
- Master of Science in Finance
  Easily Land Your Preferred Position.
  Dedicated specifically to professionals who commit themselves to excellence in the finance industry, The University of Scranton's online MS in Finance delivers a modern education that provides a deep focus on hard-to-find financial skills and the CFA Institute's 6 areas of focus. It provides a program that is concentrated on the combination of ethics, technologies, and financial analysis and rooted to the rigor of the Jesuit tradition. It prepares you to lead: your career, your team, your company, in as little as 12 months.
  Finance Careers: Titles , Growth Rates & Annual Pay
  Employment growth for all the careers below is above the national average of 6% and reflects projections for the 2014-2024 time period. The median wage reflects salaries from 2016.
  •       Personal Finance Managers¹
  Growth Rate: 30%     Median Wage: $90,530
  •       Financial Examiners²
  Growth Rate: 10%     Median Wage: $79,280
  •       Financial Analysts³
  Growth Rate: 12%    Median Wage: $81,760
  •       Financial Manager⁴
  Growth Rate: 7%        Median Wage: $121,750
  Prove Your Professional Standard
  The online MSF from The University of Scranton speaks volumes about your experience and dedication to ethical practice before you say a word. Our curriculums align to Jesuit values — you develop a sincere sensitivity to the ethical, socially responsible, and sustainable aspects of a global society — values that became the new standard in the financial world. Additionally,
  •       We're AACSB Accredited — Held by few business schools in the world, the Kania School of Management is proud to hold this prestigious accreditation.
  •       You're prepared to earn the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) credential, the most respected and recognized investment management designation in the world.
  Learn in a Top-Ranked Program
  •       The Economist: Top Value University - #22
  •       U.S. News & World Report: Best Value School - #18
  •       Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program: Best Economic Outcomes of Graduates - #36
- Master of Science in Health Informatics
  With the online Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) from The University of Scranton, you will make informed, data-driven healthcare decisions that keep a person’s health at the center of his or her care. Focused on developing an integrative approach to patient care, the master’s in health informatics will equip you with interdisciplinary tools in computer science, communication, information systems, and leadership – giving you the breadth and depth of knowledge necessary to excel in the growing, in-demand field of Health Informatics.
  New to the field of health and technology?
  While our program is suited to professionals already in health, business and technology fields, our specially designed on-boarding program allows students without backgrounds in health or computer science to succeed. Two foundational modules will give you the fundamentals necessary to thrive in the program.
- Master of Science in Health Informatics - Data Analytics
  Learn to develop and maintain health information systems, software, and databases for healthcare organizations. The online MS in Health Informatics gives you the skills to make informed, data-driven decisions that keep patients’ health at the center of their care.
Certificate
- Business Analytics Certificate
  The online Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics from the University of Scranton delivers the foundational data knowledge and technology skills necessary for a career in a fast-growing field. Ideal for those new to the business analytics field, the program will strengthen your professional skills and prepare you for diverse career advancement opportunities in eight months. Learn from highly skilled faculty and access courses on your schedule in a flexible online classroom.

General Info

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Calendar Type:
Six Terms per year (Jan, Mar, May, July, Sep, Nov)
Delivery Format:
Online/CD-ROM/Message Boards/Chat Rooms/ Textbooks.
Carnegie Classification:
Master's College or University I
Geographic Restrictions:
There are no geographic restrictions
On-Campus Requirement:
There are no on-campus requirements
Loans Offered:
Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan Program, Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Program, Perkins Loans.
Registration Details:
Varies by program. Additional requirements apply to students with an international background.

Student Reviews

My experience was enriched by my classmates and by Scranton’s dedicated alumni network. Scranton gave me the tools to compete with graduates across the world.
-Fred

The University of Scranton

What They're Known For:

Master’s Degree Programs

Master of Accountancy

Master of Health Administration

Master of Science in Finance

Master of Science in Health Informatics

Master of Science in Health Informatics - Data Analytics

Certificate

Business Analytics Certificate

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