Not-for-Profit Online Schools

Students deciding between online universities may have difficulty distinguishing between the legitimate schools and the ones that some consider diploma mills. Choosing a school that is a not-for-profit allows students to attend a school that is focused on educating the students, versus a for profit school that may be more concerned with making money. A number of not-for-profit online schools are available for students to choose from, each offering a number of degree programs and majors.
  1. Western Governors University

    • Western Governors University is a not-for-profit online school that allows students to choose from both accelerated and traditional degree paths. Degrees are available at the undergraduate and graduate degree levels and courses are with students working under the guidance of dedicated mentors in their fields. Majors are available through four separate colleges, the Teachers College, the College of Business, the College of Information Technology, and the College of Health Professions. As of 2010, tuition costs range from $2,890 to $4,250 per term, and the school offers scholarships and additional financial aid opportunities.

      Western Governors University

      4001 South 700 East, Suite 700

      Salt Lake City, UT 84107

      801-274-3280

      wgu.edu

    Ottawa University

    • Ottawa University is a not-for-profit, private school that was founded in 1865, and offers online and on campus degree paths. Students participate in eight-week course sessions and have the opportunity to earn either an undergraduate or graduate degree while working at their own pace. Ottawa University gives prospective students the chance to sample a class before enrolling through the Blackboard learning system. Degree options include arts, business administration, English, communications, health care management, human resources, police science/law enforcement administration and psychology. As of 2010, tuition costs are $415 per credit hour for undergraduate studies and $495 per credit hour for graduate studies. Financial aid is available.

      Ottawa University-Online

      1001 South Cedar Street, #83

      Ottawa, KS 66067

      888-710-0014

      ottawa.edu

    Norwich University

    • Norwich University combines both military and traditional study programs and offers its graduate degree programs through online study. The school is a not-for-profit university that strives to make the coursework students participate in relevant to their professional lives. Graduate degree programs are available in the fields of diplomacy, military history, business administration, civil engineering, justice administration, public administration, business continuity, information assurance, and organizational leadership. Students may also earn a Master of Science in Nursing or a Certificate in Teaching and Learning at Norwich. As of 2010, tuition costs range from $591 per credit hour to $779 per credit hour, depending on the program of study. Financial assistance is available.

      Norwich University

      158 Harmon Drive

      Northfield, VT 05663

      800-460-5597

      graduate.norwich.edu

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