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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences () offers over 20 online degrees at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels you can enroll in. Online bachelor's majors include dental hygiene, health sciences, nuclear medicine technology, and respiratory therapy. On the other hand, some online master's degrees include healthcare administration, health informatics, and nursing.

Why we like them: At MCPHS, you may be eligible for need-based scholarships to help you cover the costs of college. There are also veterans and military benefits and federal financial aid available to support your online education. MCPHS offers unique online student support services, such as a virtual relaxation space for stress management and a virtual sleep lab. Other online student support services include library resources and tech support. We like the fact that MCPHS offers several financial aid opportunities and student support services.

If you’re seeking an engineering career, Worcester Polytechnic Institute () has a rich online graduate curriculum in this field. Online master's degrees include subject areas such as environmental engineering, aerospace engineering, fire protection engineering, manufacturing engineering, and mechanical engineering. Many of these programs also have graduate certificate options that you can pursue.

Why we like them: WPI is known for its project-based learning approach to higher education, which is known as the WIP Plan. This approach offers opportunities for hands-on learning so you are better prepared for the workforce and life in general. In addition, the WPI approach to online learning has an emphasis on collaboration, encouraging strong relationships between students and expert faculty. We appreciate that the school strives to create a great online learning environment for students.

Regis College () has online degrees, mainly at the master's level, in healthcare and other health-related studies. Examples of online master's degrees you can pursue are applied behavioral analysis, nursing, social work, and public health. If you’re a full-time student, you may be able to finish one of these degrees in less than two years. In addition, one online bachelor's degree completion program is offered in medical imaging.

Why we like them: If you’re an active-duty military member or veteran, consider attending RC. RC is known for being military-friendly, with programs such as nursing, health sciences, and business suited to the unique experience of student veterans. It supports veterans and other military-connected learners through online support services, such as tutoring, advising, and accessibility. We appreciate that RC tailors online education and provides support services to these students.

Bentley University () provides online graduate students with a few degree options. The university has three master’s programs for distance learners: an accelerated Master of Business Administration degree, a Master of Science in Human Factors in Information Design degree, and a Master of Science in Taxation degree. The taxation program features synchronous lectures and class meetings, while the MBA has asynchronous lectures but designated live class discussions.

Why we like them: BU encourages student research and experiential learning so that students have something more than just academic credits to add to their resumes. The university hosts several research centers relevant to the three online degrees, including the User Experience Center, the Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business, and the Center for Health and Business. Students can mingle with faculty and professionals in programs and events for these centers and can even apply to present their ideas.

Tufts University () offers a variety of continuing education classes tailored to professionals in the Greater Boston Area and beyond, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in various fields. the student-to-faculty ratio at Tufts is 10:1, allowing for intimate and effective learning environments, which is in the top 17% compared to other schools on a national scale.

Why we like them: Tufts has high median earnings of $90,284, which places it firmly in the top 3% of schools with the best salary outcomes nationwide. This impressive earning potential is complemented by a notable graduation rate of 94% (the best on our list), positioning Tufts among the top 2% of all U.S. institutions, a clear indicator of student success and satisfaction. Coupled with a retention rate of 96%, this high level of student engagement and continuity highlights the supportive educational environment at Tufts. Another notable aspect is the generous financial aid packages, with an average of $51,613, placing Tufts in the top 1% nationwide for financial aid support.

At Anna Maria College (), you can choose from liberal arts online degrees at the bachelor's and master's levels. The four online bachelor's degrees are available in criminal justice, fire science, health administration, and psychology. The two online master's degrees are a Master of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Public Administration.

Why we like them: AMC offers the accelerated Fifth Year Option program. The Fifth Year Option provides a fast track from an online bachelor’s in fire science to a Master of Public Administration or a bachelor’s in criminal justice to a Master of Science in Criminal Justice. This program allows you to take three courses from the graduate level billed at the undergraduate tuition rate. We believe this pathway can be a more affordable option for students seeking a combined undergraduate and graduate degree.

Northeastern University () offers online degrees at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. You can pursue online undergraduate degrees in majors like analytics, digital communication and media, information technology, and project management. Online master's degrees in wide-ranging subjects, such as biotechnology, criminology, criminal justice, and cybersecurity.

Why we like them: If you’re interested in a tech-focused graduate degree but don’t have a conventional background, you can do Northeastern’s Fast App. This is a performance-based admission pathway for select online College of Engineering graduate programs. After applying, you may be eligible for admission to the school’s online Master of Science in Information Systems and Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering. We believe this may be a suitable option if you don’t have the proper requirements for the regular admission process for tech graduate programs.

The technology-focused online degrees at Wentworth Institute of Technology () are exclusively for master’s degree students. Programs include subjects such as civil engineering, business analytics, data science, computer engineering, and project management. Some degrees feature asynchronous learning with no required class meetings, while others have synchronous elements such as live group meetings and lectures.

Why we like them: WIT requires all undergraduates to do two semesters of co-op learning in which they work for an employer while studying part-time. The institute acknowledges that many graduate students are already working full-time, so they’re encouraged but not required to participate in the Co-ops & Careers program. Those who work an internship through this program are paired with a career coach who can give help with resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation.

Prestigious and highly competitive Boston University () offers online degrees mainly at the graduate level, except for one online undergraduate degree completion program. Online graduate majors are diverse and range from social work and project management to art education and health informatics. BU's three online doctoral degrees include ministry, music education, and occupational therapy.

Why we like them: If you’re seeking an unforgettable online learning experience, consider attending BU. This online school is known for its active online learning environment. It uses the latest technologies to provide you with an interactive learning environment that includes simulations, video, audio, multimedia, and discussion boards for group activities. We believe that a robust learning environment is key to an online student’s success, and we think BU excels at that.

Suffolk University () has a few online graduate programs for prospective distance learners. The available online master’s degrees are in accounting, healthcare administration, business administration, and business analytics. Undergraduate students can take select online courses from these programs but SU doesn’t offer full bachelor’s degree programs online.

Why we like them: As a group, SU’s full-time faculty are dedicated professionals — 92% of them hold the highest degree in their discipline. What’s more, the university is committed to helping students plan their own careers from the start of their first program year. The Center for Career Equity, Development & Success assigns counselors, offers mentors, and has industry guides and networking events available for all students. The center also works closely with SUh’s Center for First-Generation & Educational Equity to make sure first-generation students have the resources necessary to succeed.

Western New England University () provides a variety of online degrees and certificates exclusively at the graduate level. These include master’s programs in electrical engineering, engineering management, mathematics or English for teachers, organizational leadership, and accounting. Experienced engineers might consider the two PhDs available, in engineering management and industrial engineering.

Why we like them: WNEU has a fairly low student-to-faculty ratio, which means that you are more likely to receive the help you need than if you attended a more populous school with larger classes. In addition, most master’s degree students qualify for an annual $4,000 scholarship as long as they’re not already getting discounted tuition through their employer. This scholarship opportunity makes graduate education more accessible and affordable for students pursuing advanced degrees at WNEU.

At Simmons University (), you can pursue online degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. These include 14 online bachelor's degrees, available in majors such as social work, marketing, computer science, and applied psychology. Thirteen online co-educational master's and doctoral degree programs are also available, including those in nursing, public health, social work, and behavior analysis.

Why we like them: Online learning can sometimes prove challenging because there can be a lack of connection with peers. SU is known for supporting all aspects of student life for its distance learners to keep them engaged while providing a sense of community. As a result, you can join clubs and organizations and watch live events just like your on-campus peers. We know that loneliness can arise for some distance learners, so we appreciate that they provide spaces for them to connect.

The "University Without Walls" at the University of Massachusetts - Amherst () enables you to access its online curricula and earn online degrees. Online bachelor’s degree programs include business administration, RN to a BS, sociology, and sustainable food and farming — among others. UMass Amherst also has an online bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies that allows you to build your own innovative and individualized curriculum.

Why we like them: If you’re seeking a degree in nursing, UMass Amherst may be a good fit for you. Students interested in UMass’ online undergraduate nursing programs can opt for an accelerated format, which they may complete in 17 months if attending full-time. In addition, you may be eligible to receive credit for prior work experience. If approved, you may be able to graduate faster and move on to your next career.

The University of Massachusetts - Lowell () welcomes online learners by offering online bachelor’s degree and certificate programs. Online bachelor’s degree programs you can pursue include majors such as liberal arts, psychology, and information technology. Online undergraduate certificate programs include paralegal studies, security management and homeland security, and website design and development, which you may complete as quickly as nine months.

Why we like them: If you want to accelerate your degree, UMass Lowell allows you to transfer previous college students. If you transfer up to 90 college credits and attend full-time, you can finish some programs in as little as 12 to 36 months. In addition, the university offers several opportunities to save money on tuition costs. You can apply for scholarships, pursue employer tuition assistance, get veterans’ benefits, or opt for the payment plan.

American International College () offers online degrees at every level from bachelor’s to doctoral. The only bachelor’s program is an RN to BSN degree that requires a registered nurse credential to apply. There are more graduate-level options, including master’s degrees in criminal justice, business administration, and clinical mental health counseling and professional doctorates in educational leadership and administration.

Why we like them: AIC is a diverse institution where students bring a variety of perspectives to the table. Taken together, half of AIC students identify either as Black or Hispanic or Latinx. By interacting with a diverse student body, you will gain valuable interpersonal skills and learn to work effectively in multicultural environments, preparing you for success in your future career. The college also has a very favorable student-to-faculty ratio for graduate learners. Because of this, master’s and doctoral students are more likely to get to know their professors well and should have plenty of opportunities to have questions and concerns answered.

The online degrees at Emmanuel College () are split pretty evenly between undergraduate and graduate programs. Bachelor’s degree students can choose a program in business administration, criminal justice, psychology, or Christian ministries with a concentration in pastoral care. The available master’s degrees are in elementary education, exercise science, ministry, and divinity. All students must agree to live by the college’s lifestyle expectations governing behavior such as sex and alcohol use.

Why we like them: EC has business partners and institutes that could grant useful experiential learning opportunities to online students. These include the Emmanuel Business Collaborative that focuses on social justice and environmental sustainability and the Women in Science Initiative that organizes networking events and speakers related to this topic. The college also partners with Boston’s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center to place nursing students in clinical residencies.

has online undergraduate degrees at the associate and bachelor's levels through The Van Loan School. Majors include business, criminal justice, computer science, liberal arts, and psychology. Please be aware that some programs, especially those in healthcare, may require in-person activities.

Why we like them: Although you’ll learn in a virtual environment, Endicott College ensures that you get hands-on experience. Similar to its on-campus courses, the college’s online courses are diverse, provide support, and offer multiple ways for students to get in touch with faculty and classmates. For example, all online students enrolled in science courses receive products from eScience Labs. Through the use of eScience Labs, you’ll get a multi-faceted and hands-on online learning experience. We appreciate that Endicott College invests in tools to help you succeed academically.

The University of Massachusetts - Boston () is one of four campuses in the UMass system and is an Asian-American and Native-American Pacific Islander-serving institution. It offers online degrees at the bachelor's and master's levels. Online bachelor's degrees are available in nursing (an RN to BSN) and global affairs. Examples of online master's degrees include critical and creative thinking, applied linguistics, rehabilitation counseling, and special education.

Why we like them: We appreciate that UMass Boston prioritizes online learning through intensive design, development, and implementation processes. The university implements instructional design into its online courses through various technologies and techniques tailored to adult learners. Each online course at UMass Boston is designed by a team of professors, instructional designers, and IT specialists and then evaluated by students.

The University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth () offers online degrees at the bachelor's and master's levels. Examples of online bachelor's degrees include management leadership, finance, political science, and women's and gender studies. Online master's degrees include nursing, art education, computer science, and business administration, to name a few.

Why we like them: If you want to learn more about one of UM Dartmouth’s online programs, they often have virtual information sessions. These sessions, which are hosted by its Online and Continuing Department, help you learn more about specific majors from enrollment specialists and academic advisors. They are an opportunity to find out more about the curriculum, admission requirements, prospective careers, and more.

Through Bay Path University’s American Women’s College (), women interested in becoming distance learners can enroll in any of its 40 online undergraduate degrees and certificate programs. You can enroll in online bachelor’s degree programs such as child psychology, business analytics, cybersecurity, digital marketing management, human services, nonprofit management, and psychology. Online certificate programs include digital marketing management, entrepreneurship, human services and rehabilitation, leadership and organizational studies, and nonprofit management.

Why we like them: Navigating an online learning experience can be challenging for some. Thankfully, AWC offers a program to help new online students succeed. AWC’s Social Online Universal Learning (SOUL) program can help students achieve academic success through its virtual onboarding program with educator coaches, accelerated course pace, customized instruction, and virtual learning communities. We appreciate that AWC offers support and resources to online students with SOUL.

Nichols College () has two online degree choices for interested applicants. Undergraduate students can earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with one of two concentrations: (1) Accounting and (2) General Business. This BSBA contains asynchronous coursework for maximum flexibility.

Why we like them: NC designed its online degree with working adults in mind. Students can take classes on a full- or part-time basis to attend to jobs and other responsibilities. Classes are seven weeks long and spread over six terms each year, so enrollees can potentially finish more quickly than a traditional four-year degree if they plan accordingly. What’s more, nearly all NC undergraduate students receive at least some financial aid from the college, often in the form of tiered merit scholarships.

Fitchburg State University () offers many online degrees, including a bachelor's degree in nursing and a master's degree in business and education. If you’re not seeking a degree, FSU also has online graduate certificate programs in supply chain management and healthcare management. Please be aware that you may have to complete in-person components for some of these programs.

Why we like them: FSU offers a few accelerated programs if you’re looking to graduate fast. The online RN to BSN requires completing 32 credits in an accelerated format that may be finished in as few as 12 months if studying full-time. Similarly, full-time graduate students can finish an accelerated 30-credit online master's degree in as little as a year.

At Worcester State University (), you can pursue a range of online programs designed for working professionals, ensuring that you can earn your degree conveniently. With 24/7 course accessibility from any device, balancing work, school, and family life becomes significantly easier. The programs cover various fields, including master's degrees in education and nursing, providing flexibility and broad career opportunities.

Why we like them: WSU stands out due to its high earnings potential for graduates, with a median salary of $56,114, positioning it in the top 36% among universities for this metric. Additionally, 100% of students receive financial aid, placing WSU within the top 22% for ensuring financial accessibility to its student body. The school's commitment to affordability without compromising quality further cements its appeal.

Lasell University () offers dozens of online degrees at the bachelor's and master's levels you can apply for. Online undergraduate degrees are offered as bachelor's completion programs, including business administration, interdisciplinary studies, psychology, and communication. If you’re seeking graduate studies, you can pursue online master's degrees in sport tourism & hospitality, project management, human resources, and criminal justice-violence prevention and advocacy.

Why we like them: If you’re an adult learner, you likely have other obligations, such as work or parenting, that affect your schedule. We appreciate that LU has made efforts to help busy professionals achieve their academic and career goals. LU is known for its flexible programming that is suited for students with busy schedules. You can earn a degree in an accelerated format, cutting the time to graduate nearly in half or finish at a more traditional pace.

Lesley University () offers more than 20 online degrees at the bachelor's and master's levels, as well as online graduate certificates that you can pursue. Online programs include education, business management, art & design, human services, liberal arts, and psychology & counseling. LU strives to provide flexible and affordable online learning to help you achieve your goals.

Why we like them: If you’re a teacher looking to upskill, LU may be a good choice for professional development. LU is known for being New England's largest educator of teachers and counselors. In fact, the school’s graduates are ranked number one in teacher performance. At LU, you can pursue online endorsements, professional development points, or a master’s degree leading to licensure.

At Westfield State University (), you can complete your bachelor's degree online with flexible programs designed for working professionals. WSU offers a range of online bachelor's degree completion programs, including accounting, criminal justice, and marketing, ensuring you can pursue higher education at your convenience. Additionally, the university provides diverse options in liberal studies, history, and sociology, catering to a wide range of academic interests.

Why we like them: WSU distinguishes itself by the strong earning potential of its graduates, with a median salary of $51,546. This places WSU in the top 44% of universities nationwide for median earnings, highlighting its ability to prepare you for a successful career. This impressive earning potential is augmented by the university's well-established support system, with 96% of students receiving financial aid. This ensures quality education is accessible to the vast majority of students. Beyond financial considerations, WSU maintains a high standard for online classes, ensuring that you receive the same level of education and interpersonal interaction as on-campus students.

’s convenient and affordable online programs make undergraduate higher education accessible if you need flexible scheduling options. You can enroll in an online Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science, majoring in human services, information technology, criminal justice, liberal arts, early childhood education, communication and media studies, and RN to BSN. Several of these majors are also offered as degree-completion programs.

Why we like them: If you have previous college credit, you can put it toward your Fisher College degree. Online learners enrolling in these programs may transfer previously earned credits from community colleges, which enables students to graduate faster while saving both time and money. Also, there’s an opportunity to receive financial aid assistance at Fisher College, as the majority of students receive some form of financial aid to support their education.