Founder in 1976, the University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Classes can be taken online or at one of the school's more than 200 campuses nationwide. The school offers associate's, bachelor's, master's and even doctoral programs in a variety of fields including nursing, business, information technology and education. Most programs can be completed entirely online, but some (such as selected nursing programs) require short in-person residencies.
Harvard's Master of Science Degree in Healthcare Management utilizes a combination of online and classroom instructional time. "Harvard at Home" provides online courses and lectures. The Harvard Extension School has many online resources for students and professors. It offers interactive courses via the Internet. Tuition varies by degree and program.
Pennsylvania State University has provided long distance learning degrees since 1892. Undergraduate and graduate degrees are available in business, psychology,and information technology. Pennsylvania State University offers online courses via a virtual campus called "Penn State World Campus."
Thomas Edison State College, located in Trenton, New Jersey, offers degrees and educational activities online and through Guided Study, and Prior Learning Assessment. The college offers online classes, in conjunction with traditional classroom instruction time at other schools. Degrees include Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice, Associates in Arts, Associate of Arts in Human Services, and Associates in Science in Natural Sciences and Mathematics. The college also offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Applied Science and Health Sciences.