Online Undergraduate Programs

Online bachelor's degrees

Whether you're starting college, transferring from another school or coming back to finish your degree, we give you a flexible path forward. Choose from online bachelor's degree programs in business, technology, education, health care, communication, public service and more while getting the support you need to reach graduation.

Why earn your bachelor's degree online?

Flexible learning

Complete your coursework online while balancing work, family and other responsibilities.

Transfer-friendly options

Bring eligible college credits with you and build on the work you've already completed.

Career-focused programs

Build practical skills and knowledge you can apply in your current career or use to prepare for what's next.

Support from start to finish

Connect with advisors and Online Student Services to help you stay on track from enrollment through graduation.

Find your online undergraduate program 

Explore our online bachelor's degree programs by area of interest to find one that matches your goals.

Build the business, communication and leadership skills to manage teams, improve organizations, launch new ideas or advance in your career.

  • Accounting
  • Applied Business Communication
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Administration: Ergonomics
  • Administration: Personnel Administration

Turn your communication, creativity and understanding of people into skills you can use across industries.

  • Communication
  • Fashion Merchandising and Design

Develop the technical, business and problem-solving skills organizations need to manage information and technology.

  • Information Systems

Prepare to support children, families and learners through education, development and teaching.

  • Early Childhood Development and Learning
  • Teaching Early Childhood B-K & Early Childhood Special Education
  • Teaching Grades PK-6

Build on your health care experience and prepare to take the next step in your career.

  • RN to BSN Program

Build the knowledge and leadership skills to strengthen communities, understand public policy and work within government and nonprofit organizations.

  • Community Development
  • International Relations
  • Political Science
  • Public and Nonprofit Administration

Explore how people think, behave and interact while developing skills that can apply across a wide range of careers.

  • Psychology

Which online bachelor's degree is right for me? 

Choosing a degree starts with understanding where you are now and where you want to go. Consider what you enjoy, the skills you want to develop and the type of career you want to pursue.

If you're still deciding, explore programs based on your interests and compare curriculum, career opportunities and degree requirements before choosing.

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Already have college credit? 

You may be closer to your bachelor's degree than you think.

CMU accepts eligible transfer credit from previous colleges and universities, and some online programs are specifically designed to help working adults finish a degree they've already started. Programs such as Administration emphasize transfer options and flexible online coursework for students returning to complete a bachelor's degree.

Your professional experience, military education, training and certifications may also qualify for academic credit through CMU's alternative credit options.

Explore Transfer & Credit Options

Start your master's while finishing your bachelor's

Some online bachelor's programs offer an accelerated pathway that allows eligible students to count undergraduate coursework toward a related master's degree. That can reduce the time and cost needed to earn both degrees.

For example, eligible students in several online programs can apply undergraduate credits toward CMU's Master of Science in Administration, while Applied Business Communication offers accelerated graduate pathways as well.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. The bachelor's degree programs listed on this page are available through CMU Online. Some programs, particularly teacher preparation and other professionally focused degrees, may include clinical, field or other in-person experiences. Review your program's requirements to understand any in-person components before applying.

CMU Online offers bachelor's degree programs across business, leadership, technology, education, health care, communication, psychology, public service and other areas. Use the online Program Finder to explore programs based on your interests and career goals.

Yes. Eligible credits from previous colleges and universities may transfer toward your CMU degree. How those credits apply depends on your previous coursework and the requirements of your chosen program.

Possibly. Eligible professional experience, military education, training and certifications may qualify for academic credit through Prior Learning Credits or other alternative credit options.

It depends on your program, the number of credits you take each semester and how many eligible credits you transfer. A personalized degree plan can help you understand how much coursework you have remaining.

You have access to resources designed to support you throughout your degree, including academic advising, tutoring, technology support, online learning resources and more. You may be learning from a distance, but you still have the CMU community behind you.

Yes. We offer flexible degree programs for active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, veterans, military spouses and dependents. You can complete your coursework online while balancing your education with military, work and family responsibilities. We can also help you understand admission requirements, military education benefits and how your previous training may count toward your degree.

You earn a CMU degree regardless of whether you complete your coursework online or on campus. Online programs follow the academic requirements established for the degree.

Some programs offer accelerated pathways that allow eligible undergraduate students to begin graduate-level coursework or apply qualifying credits toward a related master's degree. Availability and requirements vary by program.

Some do. Programs that prepare students for professional licensure or certification may include clinical, field or other in-person experiences. Review the requirements for your specific program before applying.

Absolutely! As a CMU Online student, you’re a CMU student. You’re invited to walk at graduation, cross the stage and celebrate your achievement alongside other CMU graduates. Whether you complete your degree online or on campus, you earn the same CMU degree and are part of the same academic community.