Best Online Colleges in Nebraska

Identifying the best college or university to meet your educational and professional goals requires significant time and research. Moreover, prospective distance learners have an increasing number of programs each year from which to choose. Students must ensure potential programs hold accreditation and offer coursework relevant to their interests.

Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.

Our rankings below can make this process a little more manageable. We highlight the 10 best online colleges in Nebraska and include information such as student-to-faculty ratios, average class sizes, average graduation timelines, and field requirements. Distance program rankings may also include online student resources and course formats, as well as transfer student requirements and accreditation information. Note that all schools on this list are regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Many of the schools on this list offer fully online programs that do not require any in-person attendance. However, some programs follow a hybrid model, which requires partial in-person attendance or applied learning experiences such as internships or clinical hours. Online semester structures also differ from traditional programs, which typically follow 16-week semesters. Online programs may offer four-, eight-, or 10-week sessions, and taking two courses per session may allow learners to graduate more quickly.

Online degrees offer learners a flexible and affordable way to earn a degree or certificate. For instance, some online programs use synchronous course formats, which require students to log in at certain times throughout the week. However, most programs rely on asynchronous formats where degree-seekers complete coursework when it suits their schedule. Additionally, online learners often receive discounted tuition rates and avoid paying miscellaneous fees.

Prospective Nebraska students should also take into account data about job availability and the fastest growing fields when selecting a program of study. Data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that gross employment exceeded gross job losses in 2018. However, Nebraska’s rate of job gains was below the national rate in 2018.