A master's degree builds on your existing education and experience to give you advanced understanding of your field. With a master's degree, you have opportunities to move into leadership and managerial roles in your current profession. Having a master's degree can lead to career advancement, and certain roles require a master's degree.
Online master's degrees have similar curricula and requirements to on-campus programs. And an online program allows you to earn a degree on a timeline that suits your personal and professional needs. Online master's programs may also be more affordable than a brick-and-mortar option.
If you're considering an online master's program, we've identified our top picks for 2022 below.
Top 5 online master's degrees: Quick facts
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How much? |
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University of California, Los Angeles[1] Los Angeles, CA |
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Per credit hour: $1,400 Application fee: $120 |
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Columbus, OH |
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Per credit hour: $1,595 resident $1,795 nonresident Application fee: $60 |
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Gainesville, FL |
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Per credit hour: $525-$1,500 Application fee: $30 |
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Durham, NC |
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Per credit hour: $3,346 Application fee: $95 |
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill[5] Chapel Hill, NC |
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