The University of Scranton Online

About The University of Scranton Online

The University of Scranton offers you a superior online learning experience. The University is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and has been ranked as one of the 10 finest master’s universities in the North for the past 13 years by U.S. News & World Report.

Choose from two superior degree programs*:

1. Master of Science: Curriculum and Instruction. Augment your knowledge with advanced research methods and instructional techniques. Geared toward certified teachers.

2. Master of Science: Educational Administration. Designed for educators seeking career advancement in school administration. Focus is on administrative techniques.

As an online student, you’ll have the flexibility to "attend class" whenever you want – anytime, anywhere, 24/7. You’ll be taught by the same professors who teach on campus, and you’ll earn the same advanced degree as on-campus students, without a residence requirement.

Is a master’s degree program online as effective as attending classes on campus?

Yes! More than 3.2 million adult professionals are already pursuing graduate degrees through online learning programs. The University Alliance is the largest facilitator of e-learning in the nation, having assisted in the registration of more than 300,000 enrollments to date. The University of Scranton Online master’s degree programs offer state-of-the-art study materials in audio, CD-ROM, textbook and online formats, which are convenient for your individual educational and lifestyle needs.

What is the difference between The University of Scranton and the University Alliance Online?

The University of Scranton handles all academic issues including grades, assignments, testing and academic advising. The University Alliance Online assists with enrollment/reenrollment, provides program technology/support and handles distribution of all educational materials including books, study guides, online classroom and CD-ROM lectures. Merging state-of-the-art technology with the highest educational standards, the University Alliance Online works with regionally accredited colleges and universities to connect professionals, via the Internet, with associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as certificate and continuing professional education programs.

History of The University of Scranton

Nestled in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university dedicated to freedom of inquiry, the pursuit of wisdom, integrity and truth, and the personal growth and development of all who share in its life. The University of Scranton was founded in 1888 as Saint Thomas College by the first bishop of Scranton.

Today The University has more than 38,000 graduates, with a current population of approximately 4,700 students, including adult, part-time and graduate students. The professors are known for their excellence in teaching and for the personal attention they give to students. Of their 256 faculty members, 84 percent hold doctoral or other terminal degrees in their field. With outstanding online communication tools, students have ample opportunity to ask questions, participate in research and meet with faculty.

Accreditation

The University of Scranton is nationally accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and regionally accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The College of Graduate and Continuing Education is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).