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An undergraduate degree is a two- or four-year degree earned by a student. They come in two levels – associate and bachelor’s. These degrees are typically obtained after an individual has graduated from high school or completed a general education exam. There are some exceptions. Some states and school districts allow students to simultaneously take courses in high school and at a community or state college. Through this dual enrollment, a student may graduate from high school with both a high school diploma and an associate degree.

An associate degree is typically earned through a two-year institution such as a state or community college. Many students earn 60 credits during this period. A bachelor’s degree is, at minimum, an additional 60 credit hours beyond an associate degree. While 22 states now allow for state or community colleges to confer bachelor’s degrees, most bachelor’s degrees are typically obtained through a university or private college. With the advent of the internet, a student can now complete an undergraduate degree fully online.

Yes. Online is an instructional mode at Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½, just like face-to-face or mixed, and many programs give you the option of taking some or most courses virtually. There are lots of traditional students who take a combination of classroom-based courses and online or mixed, and you will find both Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students and campus students in the same online classes with the same faculty. However, for the Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online student, there is only one mode of instruction – online. If you are interested in campus life or student housing, you should not enroll in Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online, and you can still take as many online classes as you like (campus-based fees will be assessed). Students can opt-out of Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online by contacting their Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online connect center coach.

A bachelor’s degree is a four-year degree that can be obtained after completing high school. Typically, a bachelor’s degree consists of 120 credit hours of study. However, some degrees and circumstances require more.

A fully online bachelor’s degree is a distance-education program that results in a four-year degree. At Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½, a fully online bachelor’s degree can be obtained by completing coursework strictly via the internet. Besides the method in which you receive instruction, there is no difference between a face-to-face bachelor’s degree and a fully online bachelor’s degree.

Yes. Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½â€™s online bachelor’s degrees are valued the same as the face-to-face alternative. The Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ is a Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accredited institution and is a leader in education, research and partnership. The online degree is simply an alternative mode to receiving instruction that allows for additional flexibility in scheduling. The online courses are taught by the same instructors as the face-to-face/in-person degree pathway. In fact, many online courses are mixed with online-only and in-person students.

Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students may only enroll in courses offered in the W and V modalities. Classes in the in-person modalities will not be visible in the enrollment portal. View for more information on .

In terms of instruction and rigor, there is no difference between an online bachelor’s degree and a face-to-face degree. At Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½, online students are taught by the same instructors who teach in-person students. In fact, many online courses are mixed with online-only students and in-person students. This ensures that all students, regardless of how they experience their bachelor’s degree program, receive the same, quality education.

There are a few differences between an online bachelor’s degree program and a face-to-face/in-person degree program. The first difference is flexibility. Being an online-only student means that you do not have to be on campus at a certain day and time. You are able to fit your study schedule around your life needs.

The second difference is cost. An online bachelor’s degree program at Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ costs $33.09 less per credit hour than an on-campus bachelor’s degree. This is because Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students are provided a fee waiver, which removes some fees that come with attending in-person. However, this also means that a few on-campus services and activities are not available to Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students. See a full list of service restrictions on our Online Student Guideline page.

The third difference is student type. Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online’s bachelor degree is obtainable by both first-time-in-college (FTIC) and transfer students. However, FTIC students have a first semester part time credit limit restriction to help ensure a successful transition into college.

Transfer students have multiple entry points into the university. Contact one of our dedicated enrollment coaches today to discuss your specific transfer needs and requirements. Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online has partnerships across the state to help you transfer from a Florida State College. These partner institutions have dedicated resources to help you understand the requirements of transferring into one of our online bachelor degree programs. Our partners include:
Hillsborough Community College
Florida Gateway College
Florida Keys Community College
Indian River State College
North Florida College
Northwest Florida State College
Miami Dade College
Pasco-Hernando State College
Polk State College
St. Petersburg College

Transferring from a college not listed above? If so, contact one of our enrollment coach specialists today on 855-903-8576 to discuss your options.

Yes, students are free to visit campus, use the library, meet with faculty, advisors, and other resource offices. Online students may not reside in campus housing. Some campus services and resources that are fee-supported (e.g., the Recreation and Wellness Center), may not be available to Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students. See table above for more details.

Online students’ most important resource is their individual student coach, available by phone, video or email. The coach is the students’ campus champion and can connect students with all standing Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ resources that provide services at a distance.  Students have access to financial assistance, academic advising, library services and more. Visit for more about resources available to Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students.

No! When you receive your diploma, it will not make a distinction between online or face-to-face. Your bachelor’s degree will be that – a bachelor’s degree. A bachelor’s degree from the Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ carries weight. With graduates spanning the hospitality, engineering, and healthcare industries, Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ is fulfilling the demand for critical, high-value jobs across the state.

The time it takes for you to complete an accredited online bachelors degree from Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ depends on several factors. These factors include the number of credit hours already obtained, FTIC first semester restriction, and the number of credit hours you choose to take per semester.

There are two path to becoming a Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online bachelor’s student: enter as a first time in college (FTIC) student or transfer from an accredited institution. A FTIC student’s first semester enrollment is limited to part time to assure students’ academic success. This restriction will impact the time to completion.

Those transferring in will already have some credit towards a bachelor’s degree. The number of credits you transfer will impact how quickly you can finish a fully online degree. Even then, there are several scenarios that could impact that speed.

It is recommended that, if possible, full-time students aim to take 30 credit hours a year to graduate on time. A student is considered full-time if they take 12 or more credit hours a semester. According to , there are cost savings benefits and additional earning potentials to graduating on-time.  If you’re transferring with an associate’s degree completed and able to commit to 30 credits a year, you can complete any of our online bachelor degrees in as little as two years.

Not everyone is able or willing to commit to 30 credit hours a year and that’s ok! In fact, the majority of Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students are considered half-time or less (8 or fewer credit hours per semester). A full can be found on the registrar’s enrollment verification page. At exactly half time (15-credit hours per year), transfers with an associate’s degree can complete an online degree in as little as four years.

Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online is intended for students who either cannot or choose not to participate in campus life. Therefore, they do not pay student fees for services like transportation, health services and recreation facilities. This is a savings of over $55 per credit hour for undergraduate students. See table above for a full list of services available.

Getting your online degree through Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online costs less than Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½â€™s in-person degrees. In fact, Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online students save $33.09 per credit hour. View a full breakdown of tuition costs.

Florida Residents pay $179.19 per credit hour for a Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online bachelor degree. The estimated tuition for Florida residents pursuing an online degree full-time is $5375.70 per year (30 total credit hours taken).  Compared to a full-time in-person student, an online bachelor’s degree will save you $992.70 a year.

Out-of-State residents pay $715.80 per credit hour for a Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online bachelor degree. The estimated tuition for out-of-state residents pursuing an online degree full-time is $21,474 per year (30 total credit hours taken). Compared to a full-time in-person student, an online bachelor’s degree will save you $992.70 a year.

In addition to tuition costs, you should also consider the cost of class materials (e.g. books), lodging, and other living expenses. These costs are not included in tuition.  Please see Financial Aid’s Cost of Attendance page for a breakdown of estimated living expenses.

Yes! Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ offers over 20 bachelor’s degrees fully online. To apply for a fully online bachelor’s program through Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½, you must transfer from an accredited institution. See our Online Student Guidelines for a full list of eligibility requirements.

Yes, transfer students are eligible for Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½â€™s fully online bachelor’s degree programs! See our Online Student Guidelines for a full list of eligibility requirements. Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online has partnerships with select state and community colleges around Florida to support you in your quest to become a knight. While working with our partner institutions will not guarantee you admissions to Â鶹ӳ»­´«Ã½ Online, our success coaches will help you to navigate the admissions process and answer all questions along the way.  Our partner institutions:

Hillsborough Community College
Florida Gateway College
College of the Florida Keys
Indian River State College
North Florida College
Northwest Florida State College
Miami Dade College
Pasco-Hernando State College
Polk State College
St. Petersburg College