School Details
Georgia Southern University’s hallmark has been a culture of engagement that bridges theory with practice, extends the learning environment beyond the classroom, and promotes student growth and life success. Georgia Southern University is the state’s largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With degree programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral-Research university.
GSU’s vision:
- People
- Purpose
- Action
GSU provides the classic residential campus experience and online learning options. School values consist of collaboration, academic excellence, discovery, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and sustainability.
Accreditation & Licensing
Georgia Southern University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree program from Georgia Southern University is designed for students interested in combining a liberal arts background with some degree of specialization. The curriculum offers a solid foundation of core general education courses, and students choose three areas of study from the following options:
- Business
- French, German, or Spanish
- Instructional Technology
- Justice Studies
- Nonprofit Management
- Public Administration
- Public Policy
- Sociology
- Writing
Business
Georgia Southern University offers the online Graduate Certificate in Applied Economics. The GCAE program objective is to provide graduates with analytical capabilities in theoretical and applied economics. Students will take courses that provide skills in market analysis, quantitative analysis, regulatory industry analysis, financial economics and economic development. These capabilities represent a unique combination of skills that are needed within society.
Georgia Southern University offers the online Graduate Certificate in Enterprise Resources Planning. This program focuses on the knowledge and skills students need for careers in organizations that rely on ERP systems to support key business processes. Students in the program will receive a solid, applied enterprise systems educational experience and will exit the program with a realistic overview of ERP systems and hands-on experience using SAP.
Georgia Southern University offers the online Graduate Certificate in Public & Nonprofit Management. This certificate is intended for in-service career professionals in public and nonprofit management who have an interest in furthering their managerial acumen through outstanding web-based instruction. The curriculum integrates public administration theory with practice, providing practical, real world knowledge and experience.
Georgia Southern University offers the online Master of Accounting. This program provides individuals with the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree without disrupting their personal and work lives. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in public accounting and consulting, and generally seek employment as Certified Public Accountants.
Graduates of this program should be able to:
- effectively communicate accounting and other information orally and in writing.
- recognize cultural diversity and its impact on the accounting profession.
- analyze financial and other accounting information for decision making.
- understand the global economy and its accounting implications.
- apply professional ethics in the accounting disciplines.
- utilize information technology in completing their work.
Georgia Southern University offers the online MS in Applied Economics. This degree provides graduates with analytical capabilities in economic development, financial economics, and regulatory issues. The skills and competencies addressed by this program include market analysis, quantitative analysis, regulatory industry analysis, financial economics and economic development. The program provides the quantitative and analytical skills for graduates to assist businesses in market analysis including: quantitative, regulatory, and economic development.
Graduates will be able to compete for employment in financial institutions, industry, and government enterprises engaged in financial economic development, public utilities and federal and state regulatory agencies.
Georgia Southern University offers the online MS in Sport Management. This degree provides academic preparation and practical experience in the skills and techniques required to be successful in the Sport Business and Leisure fields. Sport Management is one of the fastest growing fields of study in the country and is well established at both the undergraduate and graduate levels at Georgia Southern.
Potential career opportunities in the following sectors:
- professional teams or collegiate athletic departments
- sports information, media, or communications
- sport marketing, promotion, or advertising
- sport facilities and event management
- state and county sports commissions
- athletic leagues and associations
- the Olympic Movement
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
Earn a degree designed for non-traditional students with this online criminal justice associate’s degree. You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference in your community and beyond. In particular, you will study crime and ways to deal with and lessen this crime.
Customize your degree by choosing from several concentrations:
- Commerce and Economics
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice and Criminology
- Information Technology
- Health Sciences
- STEM
A general, core program is also available.
In addition to the flexibility of choosing a concentration, you will have the flexibility to choose where you want to study. A daily commute to a traditional classroom is not required.
Earn a degree designed for non-traditional students with this online criminal justice degree. You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference in your community and beyond. In particular, you will study crime and ways to deal with and lessen this crime.
Customize your degree by choosing between a general or a Cybercrime concentration.
In addition to the flexibility of choosing a concentration, you will have the flexibility to choose where you want to study. A daily commute to a traditional classroom is not required.
Enhance your education without committing to a master’s degree with this online cyber security degree. Learn how to counter hackers, malware, and online economic criminal activities. This program provides stronger knowledge of cybercrime and also provides specialized skills in digital forensics. Study the causes and correlates of cybercrime, legislation and governmental and non-governmental agencies’ efforts to address the problem, and more. Gain skills in critical thinking and writing.
Credits earned in this engaging, online cyber security degree can be applied to the online cybercrime concentration of the Master of Science with a major in Criminal Justice and Criminology.
Education
The online Education Specialist in Elementary Education is designed to meet demands for teachers in grades PreK-5 as they pursue graduate preparation beyond the master’s degree. The curriculum allows students to collaborate with others, explore teacher leadership opportunities, develop leadership skills, and apply and extend content knowledge and pedagogical skills through the examination of curriculum and instruction issues and research. Students continue the development of technology skills and develop skills in using technology to impact and assess student learning while also conducting action research related to early childhood education.
The online Education Specialist in Instructional Technology program is designed to meet the needs of educators working with 21st century learners, preparing educators to assume leadership roles in instructional technology. The rigorous program provides advanced training in the use of technology in teaching and learning that naturally aligns with using those same technologies to create dynamic environments for instructional delivery. The program is intended for school library media specialists, teachers, technology specialists and others who work in educational settings and have master’s degrees in instructional/educational technology or other closely related fields.
The online Education Specialist in Middle Grades Education is designed to meet the demands of teachers in grades 4-8 as they pursue graduate preparation beyond the master’s degree. Students are able to collaborate with others across disciplines as they explore teacher leadership opportunities and develop leadership skills. Coursework allows students to apply and extend content knowledge and pedagogical skills through the examination of curriculum and instruction issues and research and to continue the development of technology skills, especially in using technology to impact and assess student learning.
The online Education Specialist in Reading Education program is intended for those interested in pursuing graduate preparation beyond a master’s degree in the field of reading education for grades PreK-12. Students complete content specific requirements in reading education as they apply and extend content knowledge and pedagogical skills through the examination of curriculum and instruction issues and research. Students also explore teacher leadership opportunities and develop their leadership skills while developing skills in the use of technology.
The online Education Specialist in Secondary Education program is designed to meet the demands of teachers who are certified in a secondary education concentration area as they pursue graduate preparation beyond the master’s degree. Students will complete content specific requirements in their secondary certification field while also collaborating with others across disciplines and developing leadership skills. Coursework helps students apply and extend content knowledge and pedagogical skills through the examination of curriculum and instruction issues and research.
The online Education Specialist in Special Education program is designed to meet the current demands of teachers who are certified in Special Education as they pursue graduate preparation beyond their master’s degrees. Students will complete content specific requirements in their Special Education concentration area, either Adaptive Curriculum or General Curriculum. Coursework helps students apply and extend content knowledge and pedagogical skills through the examination of curriculum and instruction issues and research, and allows them to collaborate with others across disciplines while developing leadership skills.
The online Graduate Certificate in Applied Research and Evaluation is useful for individuals in a professional position where evaluation and assessment are required to monitor and maintain high quality services. Students develop fundamental research strategies and apply these strategies to a variety of situations. Graduates will have experience collecting and analyzing data and prepare findings for research reports.
The online Graduate Certificate in Curriculum and Pedagogy for Social Justice helps educators bring social justice to their classes by providing skills and knowledge about the topic. The curriculum provides educators with the theoretical foundations, historical knowledge, practical experience, and supportive infrastructure needed to become reflective practitioners who successfully integrate social justice education into their classrooms. It is expected that educators will learn to identify dehumanizing sociopolitical conditions that undermine good teaching and academic achievement and then engage in pedagogical practices to alter conditions to educate all students to reach their highest potential.
The online Graduate Certificate in Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students helps teachers and administrators hope to improve PreK-12 education for their culturally and linguistically diverse students. The purpose of the certificate is to develop the capacity of teachers and administrators to provide high quality instructional experiences for diverse learners. The majority of course content will be centered around a menu of readings and assignments that allow teachers and administrators to select those that are most germane to their local and personal teaching context.
Prepare for a career teaching some of the youngest students with this online elementary education degree. This concentration prepares students to teach preschool through grade five. Designed for those who already have a bachelor’s degree, this program prepares students to enter the world of teaching. The online elementary education degree also helps students who are already in the classroom but have not obtained initial certification.
Courses likely include:
- MAT Elementary Science Methods
- MAT Elementary Mathematics Methods
- MAT Elementary Social Studies Methods
- Culturally Responsive Classroom Management
Graduates will have met all content and methods requirements for initial teacher certification.
Help students get healthy with this online physical education degree. This program is designed for those who hold a bachelor’s degree and are seeking a master’s degree and teacher certification. Complete courses in physical education and health, preparing to teach these subjects in PreK through grade 12.
Courses will likely include:
- Physical Education Scientific Topics
- Physical Activities in P-12 Physical Education
- Adapted Physical Education Methods
- Secondary Physical Education Methods
- Fitness and Wellness Education
All students will complete student teaching in the field, putting their new knowledge and skills to work in the real world.
Enroll in this master’s in secondary education online degree and enhance professional opportunities. This program is designed for those who hold a bachelor’s degree in language arts, science, social studies, or mathematics. Prepare for a master’s degree and teacher certification in grades 4-8. Courses will likely include:
- Introduction to the Middle and Secondary School
- Curriculum and Instruction I
- Middle and Secondary School Practicum
Choose a concentration in science methods, language arts methods, social science methods, or mathematics methods.
All students will complete student teaching in grades 4, 5, 6, 7, and/or 8, putting their new knowledge and skills to work in the real world.
Enroll in this master’s in secondary education online degree and enhance professional opportunities. This program is designed for those who hold a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, economics, English, history, geography, mathematics, political science, physics, or broad field science. Prepare for a master’s degree and teacher certification in grades 6-12.
Courses will likely include:
- Introduction to the Middle and Secondary School
- Curriculum and Instruction I
- Middle and Secondary School Practicum
Choose a concentration in science methods, language arts methods, social science methods, or mathematics methods.
All students will complete student teaching in secondary education, putting their new knowledge and skills to work in the real world.
Prepare to help an important part of the student population succeed with this online special education degree. This program is designed for those who have a bachelor’s degree in counseling, child and family development, psychology, or a closely related field. The master’s in special education online degree leads to initial certification and a master’s degree for aspiring teachers in the PreK-12 setting, working with diverse learners with mild disabilities.
The curriculum provides effective pedagogy in both instruction and classroom management to apply principles of educational foundations to meet the diverse learning needs of special education students. Learn to develop school and community partnerships. Graduates will be able to use technological resources as tools for instruction and for adaptive and assistive devices for students.
Educators from a broad range of subject areas and classroom environments can enroll in the online master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction – Accomplished Teaching in order to advance their career goals. Professionals have an opportunity to interact and gain leadership skills through a collaborative online environment.
This degree program is coordinated through the University System of Georgia and offered in partnership through:
- Columbus State University
- Georgia Southern University
- Valdosta State University
Enroll in the online master’s in education administration and enhance professional opportunities. This program prepares students for initial leadership positions in education. Become a PreK-12 school-level assistant principal or the equivalent or become a member of the staff who does not supervise principals. Develop the skills, knowledge, and dispositions necessary for leadership positions.
Courses will likely include:
- Developing Professional Learning Communities
- Legal and Ethical Issues in Education
- Utilizing Data in Leadership
- Transformational School Leadership
With this online education administration degree, students are able to earn their degrees without stopping their current careers. Study wherever it is convenient.
Get ready to advance your career and teach young students with this online elementary education degree. This degree prepares individuals to teach grades PreK-5. The program is based on the concept of developmentally appropriate practices and the value of working with diverse student populations. Become responsive to and able to address diverse academic and affective needs of students in PreK-5. Learn to develop school and community partnerships. Graduates will be committed to and able to apply best practices in elementary schools and use technological resources to enhance student learning.
Coursework develops collaborative relationships that support:
- Education
- Cultural experiences
- Technological advancement
- Regional development
Get ready to climb the career ladder with this online education degree. Gain professional research knowledge and skills that allow you to make data-informed decisions. This will help you successfully deliver human services in such settings as public schools and school districts, higher education institutions, and government positions. Emphasis is placed on activities that promote modern learning skills, including critical thinking and problem-solving, collaboration and teamwork, and information and communication technology literacy.
Graduates are able to:
- Interpret and critically evaluate published research
- Report and communicate research findings
- Examine factors that influence learning
- Develop evaluation plans
- Improve educational environments through research
The online Master of Education in Instructional Technology program prepares individuals to study how people learn and design instruction using appropriate available technology. The curriculum is directed to the unique needs of individuals who aspire to leadership positions in the Instructional Technology field while also providing teachers, media specialists, instructional supervisors, and postsecondary personnel the skills and competence necessary to select and use technology in all its forms. There are several options available for those seeking certification in Instructional Technology:
- Instructional Technology Certification
- School Library Media Certification
- Dual Certification
- Add-on Certification
Enroll in this master’s in secondary education online degree and enhance professional opportunities. Prepare to teach grades 4-8. The curriculum enhances teaching and research skills. It is based on the concept of developmentally appropriate practices and the value of working with diverse student populations. Learn to help professionals meet their individual intellectual and career goals through a flexible program that provides learning experiences. Graduates are knowledgeable of the content they plan to teach in grades 4-8, are effective at implementing diverse teaching and learning experiences, and are able to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Enroll in online literacy programs and enhance professional opportunities. This program combines theory with practice. It prepares students for the fast-changing world of literacy preparation at all levels of PreK-12. The curriculum covers such topics as digital literacy in the 21st century and teaching literacy to English language learners. It is designed to create educators who are passionate about literacy and can help children become successful, independent readers. Graduates are ready to teach reading and literacy in grades PreK-12 and to provide instructional support for teaching reading and literacy to classroom teachers and paraprofessionals.
Enroll in this secondary education degree online and enhance your professional opportunities. Designed for certified teachers, this degree engages you in intellectual inquiry, expanding your classroom practice and skills. The curriculum is based on the concept of developmentally appropriate practices and the value of working with diverse student populations. Participate in research related to your ability to address the needs of diverse learners. You will learn to implement high academic standards, develop school and community partnerships and effectively integrate technology into instruction, applying research-based instructional strategies in the classroom.
Take your education and career to the next level with this online special education degree. The program is designed for certified teachers. It provides the additional preparation these teachers need when helping students with disabilities in the PreK-12 setting. Learn to research and apply evidence-based pedagogy in all areas of instruction in the PreK-12 settings for diverse learners. Emphasis is placed on mild or moderate to severe disabilities. Coursework also prepares students to use technological resources as tools for instruction, to use reflective practices necessary to be effective teachers for students with diverse learning needs, and to develop school and community partnerships that lead to addressing the content in a variety of functional and academic areas.
Enroll in this master’s in ESL online degree and enhance professional opportunities. This program enables students to develop cultural and linguistic responsivity. This acknowledges that teaching and learning are inextricably embedded in students’ language, culture, and identities. Learn to design and implement instructional practices and models for advancing students’ linguistic, cultural, and academic identities in public school classrooms. Graduates are able to acknowledge students’ home cultures and languages as resources to be leveraged for academic learning and mainstream cultural success.
Prepare for a leadership position in education with this online education administration degree. This program is designed for PreK-12 educational leaders. It provides them with the opportunity to further develop the skills necessary for school administrative positions. Candidates must already have a master’s degree in Education.
Courses will likely include:
- Legal and Ethical Issues in School Leadership
- Transformational School Leadership
- Utilizing Data in Leadership
- Developing Professional Learning Communities
Enroll in this instructional design degree online and enhance professional opportunities. Learn about best practices in instructional design when designing and developing approaches to learning. Courses demonstrate the ability to impact student learning and demonstrate relevant and current professional knowledge and skills. Graduates demonstrate the appropriate standards of ethical professional behavior and develop strategies to develop digital citizenship skills.
These online instructional design programs meet the qualifications for certification as PreK-12 instructional technologists.
Get ready to advance your knowledge and career with this online library science degree. Learn relevant and current professional knowledge and skills and create school library media programs that support student learning. Students will develop and implement a shared vision for a school media program that aligns resources, services, and standards with the school’s mission. You will be able to collaborate with teachers and administrators to design and implement inquiry-based learning experiences aligned with relevant standards.
This online library science degree qualifies as certification for a PreK-12 school library media specialist.
Healthcare
Explore the field of Health Science with this online degree that covers all aspects of the discipline. The General Health concentration of this bachelor’s program explores the various facets of health science so that students can make informed decisions regarding their academic and career choices.
Graduates of this degree program can go on to pursue graduate credentials in areas such as nursing, physical therapy, nutrition, fitness, epidemiology, and health promotion. Students will learn about medical terminology, management of health information, population health, and more. Research skills are also taught as an important aspect of this online health sciences degree.
Course requirements include subjects in categories such as:
- Health services administration
- Health informatics
- Human performance and fitness management
If you are currently working in the field, the online bachelor completion degree in Medical Laboratory Science is a convenient way to gain new skills and credentials. This career ladder track is designed to allow certified Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) to achieve Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification. Coursework will prepare you to sit for the MLS examination.
Graduates of this online health science degree can pursue roles in education, supervision, or management in Medical Laboratory Science fields. Students will need to maintain training support at an approved clinical facility throughout the duration of the program. This degree completion program can be completed in just four semesters.
Some of the coursework students can expect as a part of this degree includes:
- Clinical hematology
- Clinical methodology and molecular diagnosis
- Clinical urinalysis, body fluids, and hemostasis
- Clinical decisions and analysis
- Laboratory management
The Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences is a bridge program designed to help technologists, sonographers, and therapists advance their careers. Both clinical and non-clinical tracks are available to fit your needs.
The non-clinical track allows students to gain vital skills in leadership, management, and technical communication. With the clinical track, you will focus on advanced skills in CT, MRI, or mammography. Students will complete coursework online while fulfilling clinical requirements in their local area, enabling them to become certified in their chosen specialty.
Graduates of this online radiology degree will be prepared to:
- Critically evaluate ethical issues in healthcare
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams
- Effectively communicate
- Exhibit leadership abilities
Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) can advance their education with this online bachelor completion program in Respiratory Therapy. As an online career ladder program, the curriculum is designed to minimize overlap with your previously gained skills and knowledge so you can focus on enhancing your abilities.
Coursework can be completed entirely online. Students will establish a mentoring relationship at a local healthcare facility where they can complete project requirements.
Graduates of this online respiratory therapy program can find employment in:
- Pulmonary medicine
- Anesthesiology
- Hospice care
- Home healthcare services
- Nursing care facilities
Gain advanced skills to prepare you to become a leader in the field with the Doctorate of Public Health. Graduates of this program will be well equipped to shape health policy, improve health, and prevent disease.
The Public Health Leadership concentration may be completed entirely online. Coursework focuses on leadership training. Classes emphasize the importance of problem-solving, analyzing health needs, and developing policies. Students will learn how to conduct research and apply their findings to solve community health issues.
This online Public Health degree covers topics such as:
- Health organization strategic planning
- Financial management of public health organizations
- Health informatics and decision making
- Health economics, policy, and the political process
The online Graduate Certificate in Public Health is for students or working professionals interested in increasing their knowledge and skills without having to enroll in a master’s program. This coursework can satisfy the requirements for the Master of Public Health or satisfy prerequisite requirements for the Doctor of Public Health.
With an online graduate program accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health, you can advance your career with a quality education. This Master of Public Health degree prepares you to take on health issues such as disease, nutrition, hygiene, water quality, and more.
Working professionals can enjoy flexibility with this program, with online classes and hands-on field experiences able to be scheduled when it’s most convenient for you. This online Public Health degree takes an applied approach, focusing on education, information, and advocacy in the field.
Courses cover a variety of topics, including:
- Social marketing for health communication
- Health leadership and strategic planning
- Health informatics
- Public health practice trends
- Public health preparedness
Become a better coach or physical education teacher with this convenient online program. The Master of Science in Kinesiology can help you excel in your field while you continue your work and other responsibilities.
With two tracks available, students can specialize in either Physical Education or Coaching Education. The coaching program focuses on performance enhancement, athletic training, and effective coaching techniques. With the physical education concentration, you will learn how to incorporate research and theory into your teaching practice.
Nursing
The online RN to BSN degree completion program from Georgia Southern University is designed exclusively for individuals who are currently registered nurses and wish to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree to achieve professional advancement and personal enrichment. Graduates of the program possess the knowledge and skills to:
- Apply core knowledge and problem-solving principles in evidenced-based decision-making to provide therapeutic nursing care within a health promotion framework
- Assume responsibility and accountability for professional nursing roles
- Apply scholarly inquiry and analysis for decision making, critical reasoning, and creative thinking to improve nursing practice, thereby enhancing healthcare outcomes
- Incorporate caring, compassion, and empathy in all aspects of nursing practice
- Develop collaborative partnerships to promote, maintain, and restore health
- Apply leadership principles in nursing practice
- Demonstrate competence incorporating healthcare information and technology in providing nursing care
The online DNP degree program from Georgia Southern University is designed to fit the busy schedules of full-time nurses and provide the advanced knowledge and skills required to excel in the field. The curriculum provides training in:
- Direct care of individual patients
- Management of care for individuals and populations
- Administration of nursing systems
- Development and implementation of health policy
Nurses can prepare for an academic career with the Master of Science in Nursing focusing on Nursing Education. Students learn about the theory and practice of teaching and learning in nursing.
Courses teach students how to develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum and educational programs. Contemporary approaches including traditional, hybrid, and online formats are examined. A clinical component provides hands-on experience in the workplace.
Classes explore topics such as:
- Pathophysiology and differential diagnosis
- Advanced health assessment
- Teaching strategies and methods in nursing education
- Assessment, measurement, and evaluation in nursing education