School Details
Antioch University Online is a four-year private institution providing undergraduate and graduate programs in a primarily distance learning format. Faculty bring expertise to the classroom, helping students develop critical skills and knowledge in a comprehensive academic environment. Graduates are equipped with heightened purpose and power in social, economic, and environmental justice.
Online programs are flexible and affordable. Asynchronous bachelor’s programs are designed for returning and transfer students to finish their BA or BS. Graduate programs are also available in a variety of majors. Antioch University Online invites students to combine passion with purpose to achieve a career creating positive change in the world.
Antioch uses a unique narrative assessment method rather than traditional letter grades. This “no tests, no grades” approach accommodates different style learners and prepares students for the real world, where success is often determined by projects and presentations. Letter grade equivalencies are available upon request for those who need them for graduate school applications or employer tuition reimbursement.
Accreditation & Licensing
Antioch University Online is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Studies degree is designed for students with an associate’s degree in a technical field, interested in career or personal advancement through maximizing vocational skills. Students will study social and ethical issues, developing advanced written and verbal communication skills in pursuit of ongoing professional development. Courses include but are not limited to:
- Literary analysis and argumentation
- Ecology, technology, and society
- Leadership
- Culture, conflict, and social research
Through this distinctive interdisciplinary core, students are equipped to pursue technical vocations such as web development, medical technology, paralegal services, construction, and more. Professional studies may involve business communications, project management, and thinking in systems. Learn to manage teams, oversee projects, or start your own business through Antioch University Online.
Earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Individualized Liberal Studies with Antioch University Online. This individually tailored program is designed for working adult learners interested in developing a specific course of study aligned with career goals. Along with a core set of interdisciplinary, liberal arts courses, students are offered specialized focus areas, including but not limited to:
- Conflict Resolution
- Creative Writing and Literature
- Management
- Healthcare Administration
Develop a unique skill set with guidance from a committed, high-quality online faculty. Learn to identify opportunities and your place in your community or profession. Take on these customized studies with Antioch University Online, and take the next step in academic, personal, and professional achievement.
Antioch University Online provides a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Leadership for Service and Change. This unique program provides the pathway for adult learners to lead and positively impact cultures, communities, and diverse groups. Studies include a core of interdisciplinary studies and specialized focus areas, including but not limited to:
- Domestic Service
- International Service
- Agriculture
- Education
- Health
Graduates with this degree may pursue careers as executive directors, communications directors, or youth mentors in local or grassroots community organizations. Develop skills of analysis, critical thinking, and innovative approaches to subjects such as oppression, discrimination, inequalities, and more. Earn an online degree and take the next step in community engagement and personal development with Antioch University Online.
Earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Literature and Creative Writing completely online with Antioch University. Designed to empower student’s words and support a love of literature and writing, this program helps develop tone, voice, and unique writing styles. Students will turn their learned knowledge into a meaningful career through courses including:
- Short Story Writing
- Creative Nonfiction
- Social Media and Social Change
- History of the English Language
Graduates of this program may find pursuable pathways in blogging, public relations, screenwriting, digital media, and a myriad of emerging media formats. This 100% online degree is flexible and organized within small and large group learning communities. Excel your skills of writing in both rising and traditional fields of writing with Antioch University Online.
An online Master of Arts degree in Humanities is offered through Antioch University New England. This program is designed to cover a broad area of study, heightening knowledge through individualized studies and research in the field of humanities. Areas of focus in the Humanities major include:
- Creative Writing
- Cultural and Religious Studies
- Arts and Letters
Class sizes are small and lend to a more individualized experience. Students have the flexibility to customize a program to meet personal goals and professional needs. Through a combination of foundational courses, colloquium classes, seminars, and individualized courses students are able to tackle a unique capstone project and build a strong portfolio. Work with professionals in the field, and take the academic step towards professional success with AU online.
Earn a Master of Arts in Urban Sustainability and MFA in Creative writing dual degree through Antioch University Los Angeles online. This program provides students with a combination of skills and knowledge in communication and critical as well as creative problem-solving to help them empower communities for the benefit of change. Specializations offered within this program include:
- Fiction
- Creative Nonfiction
- Poetry and/or Writing for Young People
This program focuses on subjects including social justice, inequality, and climate change. Students will learn through a hybrid format with residencies combined with experiential learning methods. Learn how to engage with community organizations and individuals in a powerful and strategic way with this dual degree from AU Los Angeles online.
An online Master of Fine Arts degree is available to the nontraditional student through Antioch University Los Angeles. This low-residency program prepares students for professional enhancement as creative writers with focuses in community engagement and social justice. Subjects covered throughout this program include but are not limited to:
- Craft
- Revision
- Critical reading and thinking
Studies will also address topics such as practical career concerns, ethical responsibilities, and rights of writers. During residencies writers participate in assigned genre writing workshops and learning activities such as critical paper seminars, writer work sessions, and other activities. Graduates with this degree are prepared for engaging professional careers as writers, editors, teachers, and more. Pursue a passion for writing with an online master’s degree through AU Los Angeles.
Earn an online Master of Fine Arts degree in Writing and Contemporary Media with Antioch University Santa Barbara. Students of this low-residency, mentor-based program are trained as professional writers, screenwriters, and playwrights to successfully output original creative works. Studies will combine intensive residencies with online coursework and professional assistance.
The online portions of this degree include project periods, in which students will take on and develop their independent enterprises. Students will tackle subjects including creative process and cognitive strengths, targeted audiences, expertise in a chosen genre, and more. Graduates of this program are prepared in the craft of professional storytelling to produce writing for film, television, and the stage.
Business
Gain the skills and understanding to become an effective manager and leader with Antioch University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Management degree. This online business management degree provides a solid foundation in order to move to the next level in your career.
Graduates of Antioch’s management degree completion program will exhibit a wide range of professional competencies, including:
- Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
- An understanding of multicultural diversity in the business environment
- The ability to develop strategies to cope with rapid change
- An awareness of the need for ethics and values at the core of business management
- An awareness of the social, political, and economic issues that affect the future of business management
- Competence in traditional management areas of accounting, finance, marketing, economic, and production
Experienced professionals can enhance their career opportunities with this bachelor’s degree in Applied Technology and Business Leadership. The program uses your professional experiences as a basis for academic coursework in leadership and technology.
The Interdisciplinary Core curriculum encourages students to take their own experiences and relate them to larger topics in society, culture, literature, and leadership. Students in this organizational leadership degree online learn how to use managerial techniques and critical thinking to address problems and find solutions. Coursework also provides an understanding of basic business functions including budgeting, marketing, and accounting.
The program includes professional seminars in:
- Business communications
- Intercultural conflict
- Justice and equity
Earn a PhD in Leadership and Change through Antioch University online. This low residency hybrid program is designed for professionals seeking enhanced professional opportunities. An interdisciplinary curriculum includes subjects such as:
- Psychology
- Education
- Management
Studies will encapsulate three residencies each year, evidence-based practices, professional seminars, and a dissertation phase. Students will integrate real-world experience with scholarship, and theory and practice with a current profession. Some graduates may find new pursuable pathways in opening consulting practices, teaching higher education, and more. Take advantage of high-quality faculty support, a cross-sector format, develop a professional network, and more with AU online.
If you’re looking for a career with meaning, consider Nonprofit Management. Nonprofit organizations work toward equity and justice in areas such as human services, environmental issues, arts, culture, education, and more. The Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management from Antioch University prepares you to lead people who want to bring about positive change in their communities.
In this online Nonprofit Management degree program, you will gain knowledge, practical skills, and professional networking helpful in advancing your career and excelling at your mission. The curriculum looks at both the big picture and necessary details of the nonprofit field, incorporating theory and practice in a practical way. As part of an adult learning community, you will work closely with fellow students to learn collaboratively and perform more effectively.
Courses in this program include:
- Program planning and evaluation
- Development and fundraising
- Nonprofit history, context, theories, and trends
- Financial analysis for nonprofits
Earn an online MBA with a concentration in Leadership and Teams through Antioch University New England. This program is designed to train students in building and leading successful organizations and business practices. Studies will cover topics including but not limited to:
- Diversity and inclusion
- Identity and development
- Performance
Courses are available 100% online, and led by practitioner faculty bringing real-world experience to the online classroom. With 24/7 access to classroom materials and multiple start dates, this degree is a desirable and flexible option for the working adult student. Develop skills in financial management, communication, and problem-solving with a focus on the importance of people, planet, and profit through AU online.
Antioch University online offers an MBA in Nonprofit Leadership to the nontraditional student. This program assesses the importance of people and the planet while focusing on profit in the building and leading of successful organizations. Studies will cover topics including but not limited to:
- Strategic leadership
- Sustainable finance
- Fundraising
Courses are available 100% online and led by practitioner faculty bringing real-world experience to the virtual classroom. With 24/7 access to course material and the option to start at multiple points throughout the year, this is a flexible and accessible option for working adults. Students will develop essential skills in financial management, strategic marketing and communication, problem-solving, and more through AU online, growing into leaders of nonprofits in a challenging and competitive marketplace.
The Self-Designed online MBA at Antioch University distance learning provides the working adult student to build on unique and specific professional goals. Students will focus on the mutual importance of the planet, its inhabitants, and profit while building knowledge and skills to lead successful organizations. Students will have the option to customize their curriculum through a variety of majors, including but not limited to:
- Healthcare Leadership
- Sustainable Business
- Nonprofit Leadership
Courses are available 100% online and led by practitioner faculty bringing real-world experience to the virtual classroom. With 24/7 access to course material and the option to start at multiple points throughout the year, this is a flexible and accessible option for nontraditional students. Become a problem-solver with an ethical and sustainable background in topics of choice through AU online.
Computer Science & IT
You can harness technology and spatial data with the Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems from Antioch University Online. This online GIS graduate program imparts skills applicable in such areas as:
- Policy-making
- Education
- Scientific research
- Administrative actions
Through the online geography graduate program, students gain proficiency with data and spatial concepts. With these skills, you can male a positive impact on conservation and the environment.
Education
Professionals committed to social action find the training they seek with Antioch University Online’s Doctor of Education in Educational & Professional Practice. This online teaching doctoral program prepares graduates to use educational practices for more just and inclusive pedagogy.
The transdisciplinary curriculum addresses issues of equity, ethics, and social justice. The goal is to find solutions to these problems within education.
The flexibility of the low-residency program appeals to working professionals. Students attend a four-day on-campus residency each summer. New cohort classes start in the summer and launch with a virtual Zoom residency.
In order to meet the diverse career goals of the students, the department offers many specializations within this degree. Students can opt from such areas as:
- Waldorf education
- Social justice leadership
- Humane education
- Multicultural and anti-racist education
Healthcare
Antioch University online offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration to the working adult student. This program prepares students for graduate studies as well as administrative roles in clinical settings, hospitals, occupational therapy offices, dental clinics, and more.
Students will take on a combination of interdisciplinary courses, customizable professional core studies, and professional seminars. This program is suitable for students who carry a healthcare background in nursing, medical technology, and other organizational backgrounds. Develop effective leadership skills to stand out and advance professionally in today’s competitive workforce. Explore studies in organizational behavior, business, ethics, management, and more through AU online.
Become a Master in Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Leadership through Antioch University online. This program prepares students to manage, lead, and sustain successful business practices in a variety of healthcare settings. Studies may include but are not limited to:
- The Healthcare Sector
- Multicultural Competencies
- Health Insurance and Reimbursement
Courses are available 100% online, and offer 24/7 access to classroom materials. Students will develop marketable skills in financial management, strategic marketing, problem-solving, communication, and more. Antioch University seeks to train students to advance social, economic, and environmental justice and advocacy through building ethical organizations in today’s competitive and challenging healthcare marketplace.
Math & Science
You can be part of the global crisis solution with the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, Sustainability & Sciences from Antioch University Online. This online environmental science program imparts the critical skills needed to step up as an eco-citizen.
This online sustainability bachelor’s program benefits artists, policy-makers, scientists, educators, and leaders. Students explore such topics as:
- Ocean science
- Culture and ecology
- Environmental ethics
- Conservation science
You can learn to help the planet with the Graduate Certificate in Climate Change Education from Antioch University Online. This online environmental science graduate program provides advanced coursework on the causes, impacts, and solutions of climate change.
Through the online sustainability graduate program, you can educate others about this global crisis, raising awareness. As a leader in climate change education and preparedness, the Department of Environmental Studies has partnered with the White House administration in the Climate Education and Literacy Initiative. Your online coursework covers such topics as:
- Earth systems and climate change
- Conservation psychology
- Program planning and design
- Climate change resilience, mitigation, and adaptation
This online Graduate Certificate in Climate Resilience is designed for the nontraditional student. This program may be completed on a part-time basis, making it a flexible option for the working adult student. Studies will cover topics including but not limited to:
- Costs and finance
- Adaptation planning
- Climate justice
Students will develop the skills, knowledge, and network to take and sustain effective action, including planning, implementation, and evaluative skills. Graduates with this certificate are prepared to pursue careers in resource management, community engagement, and environmental protection, along with a variety of other professions. Become an effective local, national, or international environmental leader working towards a sustainable society through online sustainability certificate programs today.
You can gain expertise in understanding the challenges and perceptions facing conservation with the Graduate Certificate in Conservation Psychology from Antioch University Online. This online sustainability graduate program provides an interdisciplinary, scientific approach to skillfully communicating accurate information to the public.
Through the online sustainability program, you learn the skills to engage the public in environmental advocacy and education. Outcomes of this program include the abilities to:
- Build knowledge in conservation biology
- Integrate conservation psychology skills
- Enhance biodiversity and ecological conservation
Earn an MBA in Sustainable Business online. This business administration degree online is designed to train students in successful methods and strategies of sustainable business design and leadership. Studies will cover topics including but not limited to:
- Social Sustainability
- Public Policy
- Climate Change
Courses are available 100% online and led by practitioner faculty who bring real-world experience to the online classroom. With multiple start dates available throughout the year and 24/7 access to course materials, the online sustainability master’s is an accessible and flexible option for the working adult. Students will explore the importance of people, the planet, and profit while building skills in strategic marketing, communication, problem-solving, and more.
You can gain expertise to solve complex ecological problems with the Master of Science in Environmental Studies from Antioch University Online. This online environmental science master’s program leads to such outcomes as:
- Preserving biodiversity
- Working for environmental justice
- Planning for climate change
- Promoting sustainable practices
Through the online environmental sciences graduate program, you train as the next generation of leaders working towards a healthy and sustainable future. The dedicated faculty members enhance your learning experiences in their commitment to their students and the planet.
This Master of Science degree in Resource Management and Administration is available online. The concentration in International Sustainable Development and Climate Change develops students into leaders with creative problem-solving, analytical, assessment, and project execution skills. Studies may cover topics including but not limited to:
- Leadership for change
- Participatory GIS
- Climate science and communications
Students will join a diverse, interdisciplinary cohort of peers while navigating global, regional, and community-scale sustainability challenges. Studies involve online coursework combined with immersive experiences abroad. Gain first-hand interactions with sustainability experts, work with faculty bringing real-world experience from around the globe, and tackle economic, social justice, and environmental issues with this online sustainability degree.
Psychology & Human Services
A Bachelor of Human Development degree is available through Antioch University Online. This program is designed to address evolving social challenges in light of lifestyle and identity changes in public policy. Students develop a deep comprehension of processes within human development, issues and problem-solving through courses including but not limited to:
- Adult Development
- Behavioral Physiology
- Contemporary Family Patterns
- Ecology, Technology, and Society
This program includes two major focus areas, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Adult Development and Aging Services. Graduates with this degree may find pursuable career paths in health care professions, social work, and other human services agencies. Equip yourself with the skills, techniques, and methods to best address and help others through Antioch University Online.
Combine your passion for helping people with strategies to manage effectively by completing your BA in Human Services Administration online. This bachelor’s degree completion program prepares you with the skills to move with confidence into supervisory or administrative roles in the human services field or in related settings such as education, healthcare, nonprofits, community agencies, government, or human resource administration. A degree in human services administration lends versatility to your career path.
At only $350 per credit, you can quickly achieve your career goals while keeping your financial future intact. Students need 24 undergraduate credits in order to enroll.
As a student of our online Human Services Administration program, you will explore
• Human development across the life span
• Principles of effective management and organizational functions, such as in accounting, grant writing, human resources, marketing
• The wider societal contexts within which organizations exist
• Communication and writing skills
Advance studies in Couple and Family Therapy with a PhD from Antioch University online. This program is designed to provide students with advanced, practical experiences ultimately leading to professional enhancement and licensure. Studies will cover topics including but not limited to:
- Quantitative and qualitative methodologies
- Social justice and human diversity issues
- Family and couple therapy models
The focus of this program is specifically on social justice, with academic opportunities such as clinical training, supervisory/leadership experiences, residencies, and more. Students will join a collaborative cohort to learn and navigate this program with. Become an advanced and competent clinician in CFT through an online PhD with AUNE online.
A low residency Graduate Certificate in Dance and Movement Therapy is available through Antioch University New England online. This program is designed for students seeking to learn key approaches to treatment and intervention techniques in a clinical setting. The knowledge and skills gained through this program can be applied to a variety of clients with:
- Depression
- Trauma
- Alzheimer’s
The completion of this program meets the ADTA Alternate Route training requirements in dance/movement therapy. Students will have many practical opportunities, including internship development, hands-on clinical experience, and more. Learn how to integrate skills and passion in dance into helpful clinical practice through AUNE online.
Help people address the personal, family, and social issues that makes living healthy and productive lives challenging for them. Graduate from Antioch University ready to work in community agencies, substance abuse and addictions treatment, in-patient treatment, and college counseling settings. Learn from current practitioners who will prepare you to impact people’s lives and provide treatment that makes a difference. Students may choose an optional focus of study in Substance Abuse and Addictions Counseling, Counseling Military Service Personnel and their Families, or Trauma.
A Master of Arts degree in Couple and Family Therapy is available through Antioch University New England online. This low-residency, hybrid model program prepares students for professional development and socialization in the MFT field. Studies may include but are not limited to:
- Social justice policies
- Foundational theories
- Families and Addictions
This program encapsulates a holistic approach to treatment of mental and emotional disorders, relationship issues, and health and behavioral problems. Residencies include unique opportunities to learn from guest lecturers, participate in workshops, peer discussions, advising sessions, and more. Graduates who complete this program are eligible for American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy clinical membership and licensure or certification.
Students in the Social Sciences masters program from Antioch University have the opportunity to customize the degree to their own interests and career goals. Foundation courses give students a broad base of knowledge in Social Sciences and lead to creating an individualized course of study guided by professional mentors.
Three required Colloquia allow students in this online master’s in sociology the opportunity to engage with faculty, staff, and other students through Zoom video conferencing. Colloquia focus on the program’s three foundations: knowledge of the field, research in the field, and constructing an individualized program of study. An important aspect of Colloquia includes community building with various guest speakers, faculty members, and small group reading discussions.
Students will choose an area of focus from the following:
- Educational studies and human development
- Conflict resolution
- Management of human and natural systems
A Master of Human Services Administration degree is available to the nontraditional student through Antioch University Online. Students of this program are trained with the skills and knowledge to advance a current practitioner career into a leadership position at an organization. Graduates may consider the following professional pathways and more:
- Executive director
- Social services administrator
- Grant writer
- Case specialist
Develop essential skills in strategic thinking, collaboration, research, and financial management. Discover the methods of creating and sustaining organizational goals, systems, and decisions. Become a qualified leader in a growing market with Antioch University Online.
Earn a Post-Master’s Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in a flexible online format through Antioch University New England. This program is designed for students seeking licensure, however state licensing exams and post-master’s clinical supervision requirements may still need to be met. Studies include but are not limited to:
- Career and Lifestyle Counseling
- Group Approaches in Counseling
- Research and Evaluation
With help from advisors students will customize a personalized certificate program experience, aligned with professional and academic goals. Opportunities for practical hands-on work include field experiences, practicums, and internships. Graduates who complete this certificate are prepared to advance professionally in the mental health counseling field.
Antioch University New England online offers a Post-Master’s Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Addictions Counseling. This program is designed for students with a graduate degree in an allied mental health profession, or those engaged in the field. Studies will cover topics such as:
- Substance abuse counseling
- Treatment trends
- Advocacy efforts
Students will tackle subjects in social justice, issues in recovery, family approaches, and more. Graduates with this certificate are prepared to advance toward licensure as Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors, and Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors. Become a better communicator, advocate, and beacon of support for victims and families of substance abuse through AUNE online.
Explore a specialization in Counseling Military Service Personnel and Their Families with an online Post-Master’s Certificate through Antioch University New England online. This program is designed for licensed mental health counselors in New England seeking specialized training to help military personnel and their families. Studies will cover topics such as:
- Military Culture and Language
- Military Deployment Cycles
- Special Issues
Courses are available in a flexible format, making this an accessible option for the full-time working adult. Students will take on subjects in mental and behavioral health, as well as studying the effects of military service, war, active duty, and more. Advance professionally in a unique field and help those suffering from significant trauma through AUNE online.
Take on a Post-Master’s Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy with Antioch University New England online. This program is designed for the working adult student who possesses a master’s degree and is seeking specialty training in this field. Studies will cover topics such as:
- Mental and emotional disorders
- Health and behavioral problems
- Relationship issues
Students will develop a holistic approach to treatment through online instruction combined with residency work. This program is led by the same faculty who lead the master’s and doctorate CFT programs. Explore ethics, social justice, and human development. Develop advanced skills in treatment planning and assessment, evaluation, research, communication, and more with AUNE online.