
Prospective students who practice Catholicism can find several online Catholic colleges providing the flexibility and affordability to complete an online bachelor’s degree. Most Catholic colleges follow Benedictine and Franciscan core values, which are implemented into their degree programs. As a result, future students can expect to take religion-focused classes for various specialties, like nursing, business administration, and computer science. In addition, for students looking to major in subjects related to Christianity directly, many online Catholic colleges offer bachelor’s degree programs covering topics like theology, religion, and pastoral studies.
Our list below is based on the manually collected tuition of online Catholic colleges. View our methodology for details about rankings or learn more about us. You can also check out our overall list of the most affordable online degrees for inspiration or our list of the most affordable Christian schools.
2025 Most Affordable Online Catholic Colleges
Rank | School | Location | Annual Tuition |
---|---|---|---|
Holy Apostles | Cromwell (CT) | $7,020 | |
Saint Leo University Online | St. Leo (FL) | $11,400 | |
Marian University | Indianapolis (IN) | $12,960 | |
Brescia University | Owensboro (KY) | $13,600 | |
Madonna University | Livonia (MI) | $14,250 | |
St. Catherine University | Saint Paul (MN) | $14,850 | |
University of Mary | Bismarck (ND) | $15,593 | |
DeSales University | Center Valley (PA) | $15,690 | |
Siena Heights University | Adrian (MI) (and 1 other) | $16,200 | |
The College of Saint Scholastica | Duluth (MN) | $16,587 |
Student Reviews of Online Bachelor's Programs
I enjoy the classes and some of the instructors. I only had 1 issue with an instructor, but overall, everything is going great. I would say my Academic advisor is not good. I've only spoken with him once, and I've been attending school for a year now. I have a great go-to person that I speak with anytime I have an issue, feeling stressed or depressed, and need a little advice to help keep me going. And that is Sarah Bessey or Besser, I can't remember her last name, but it's one of those. She is great... Read More
Review Date: 5/31/2025
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
I was 46 and 3 years clean and sober and never thought I’d ever have the opportunity to try again but University of Phoenix has been here to support me and guide me. I have even made the Dean’s List I don’t even remember making an A in my High School classes. The instructor’s are easy to communicate with and you can learn so much.
Review Date: 6/11/2025
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
I AM A STUDENT AT APUS. I HAVE JUST STARTED THIS YEAR AND SO FAR I LOVE THIS SCHOOL. I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH AND SO MUCH MORE THAN I DID AT THE OTHER 2 SCHOOLS I WENT TO. ALL I DID FOR 2 YEARS IS YOUR NORMAL READING, WRITING, AND ARITHMETIC, BUT HERE AT APUS SINCE DAY 1 WE WENT RIGHT INTO PSYCHOLOGY, AND ALL THE THINGS I HAVE LEARNED IN JUST A SHORT TIME ARE AMAZING. THE ONLY THING THAT IS SUCKS IS THAT IT SEEM TO ME THAT ALL I DO IS EASSYS 1 AFTER ANOTHER, I CAN NOT THINK OF 1 SINGLE DAY OR WEEK... Read More
Review Date: 4/22/2025
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
I have the honor of recommending Chamberlain University for your nursing program since I have had the opportunity to observe their outstanding lab, school library, and abilities. Their skills have had a big influence on my community, job, and life. their enthusiasm as well as their great work ethic. One instance of their excellence was when they demonstrated their knowledge, tenacity, and capacity to motivate others. Chamberlain will undoubtedly contribute the same degree of excellence, dedication,... Read More
Review Date: 3/18/2025
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
I've read the other reviews and I'll just say the online degrees are not for everyone. It's a lot of reading and self teaching. For me this is perfect because I don't like being micromanaged and I can divide my time and learning according to my own schedule (mom of 3 here). I also have 9 years experience in my field (sales, banking, customer service, finance) so the material is interesting and repetitive for me so far. I like the 8 week terms because even though it's more rigorous, I only have to... Read More
Review Date: 7/31/2022
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
I love attending DeVry University. They are very flexible with my work schedule and anytime I call with a question or seeking help their always there for assistance. I decided to go back to school in September 2022 when I was 29 and I'm glad I did! Don't get discouraged and think that you can't accomplish your goals because you can! and DeVry University is an excellent school for this!
Review Date: 5/22/2023
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
Enrolling in school was easy, and the finance office worked with you. Everyone was professional and helpful throughout, from start to finish. The instructor sent out the information needed for the class and gave it importance for all class work and assistants.
Review Date: 1/21/2025
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
The instructors left a bad taste in my mouth. The did this because it seemed like they did not communicate well with others instructors or myself. Had a couple of them towards the end that were rude and hard to deal with. Seemed like they didn't have the time. Then the videos for the classes were way to old and need to be updated every year or when there is a update to software.
Review Date: 8/28/2024
Would Recommend: No
Helpful for Career: No
I’m so incredibly proud to be a Purdue Alum. The support I received from professors, staff, and other students were like no other. I couldn’t have received this level of education and knowledge at any other university. The dedication and commitment of the Purdue community will forever change my life.
Review Date: 5/1/2024
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
I have had a great experience at Purdue Global getting my Bachelor’s degree in business administration. All of my professors have been amazing and very helpful in addition to my advisor who has been very helpful in scheduling my classes and with anything else I have needed.
Review Date: 10/4/2023
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
I absolutely love UMA this school has made a huge impact on my life. The instructors are amazing and so are the UMA coach. The classes are only 5 weeks which makes it so easy for me because I can kinda work at my own past. This school is hands down the best school I’ve ever attended. My GPA is at a 4.0 which is so amazing to me. I’ve never had a 4.0 ever in my life.
Review Date: 6/1/2023
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
Post University doesn't have a virtual classroom, however, they are committed to helping the student achieve their goals. The professors are awesome! The staff in every department is knowledgable with the current positions they hold and have answers to all of a students questions. Choose Post University.
Review Date: 3/16/2021
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
GCU is a great school it has a lot of resources to help you with disabilities like myself and he also work with the students when it comes to online class and stuff even though I have wanted to professors that were bad overall professors here were good
Review Date: 12/25/2024
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
I have truly enjoyed the classes here. The Professors are quick on response time. The Dean builds her relationships with each student. Learning from my classmates have taught me a lot about myself and how I can become a better business owner. I have made a lot of connections and look forward to meeting them!
Review Date: 11/21/2019
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
The online format was great for me.it gave me the flexibility I needed. I’m a dialysis patient and was able to continue my studies, even when hospitalized. My family is proud of my accomplishments as an Honor student, mentor and Strayer Ambassador. I enjoyed the online interaction. The professors want the students to excel.
Review Date: 6/8/2023
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
Purdue is a great university and I have loved my time with the university. The professors are experienced professionals, like one of my professors was the assistant DA of a state how much more can you ask for. My only complaint was the student finance department because I would call get told one thing then get an email saying the exact opposite, call back and they would be "oh the last person must have been mistaken" and we are talking about thousands of dollars so it really just put a damper on... Read More
Review Date: 2/4/2022
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
I had put off my education for many years, once we decided to move forward I approached Everglades University. It was the best thing I could have done regarding my education and experience! God has blessed me beyond what I had expected! Everything came in place all the years of hard work I had worked in the field know I was seeing 180 degrees results with my bachelor in construction management! I have now obtained my CBC license and have started building my own projects! Something I thought was unachievable... Read More
Review Date: 11/16/2023
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: Yes
The classes where set up and easily to follow and get my work done on time. Also, the online seminar where great because of the professors that taught them. Most of the professors taught the classes in a professional manner and help us students to understand the material that week. I have really enjoyed my time at Purdue.
Review Date: 1/12/2022
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
Loved the Flexability of the tempo program and was able to really put the work in and finish fairly quickly. You don’t get much instructor help or interaction in the tempo programs but that’s what I expected. I will be signing up for my MBA via the Tempo program next. Would recommend!
Review Date: 6/13/2022
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No
The enrollment process at Purdue was extremely easy and that was due to the amazing career advisors that the university offers to its students and potential students. The quality of the program including courses, books, etc. was stellar. I am a full time employee and attending Purdue was so easy for me to manage and that is due to their amazing flexibility. I would definitely recommend Purdue to any other individuals either seeking to get back to school or further their education.
Review Date: 12/14/2021
Would Recommend: Yes
Helpful for Career: No