School Details
Stevenson University, founded as Villa Julie College in 1947, has transformed into an innovative institution with two Maryland campuses and online programs. They offer career-focused education with individualized attention, promoting the following:
- A sense of community
- Fostering learning
- Instilling integrity
- Achieving excellence
By blending liberal arts with career exploration, Stevenson empowers graduates to address real-world challenges. They aim to become a national leader in collaborative career-focused liberal arts education. Graduates gain the knowledge and skills to excel in a dynamic global community.
With a foundation of community, learning, integrity, and excellence, Stevenson University is committed to academic excellence, experiential learning, and career preparation. Whether on-campus or online, students receive an affordable, career-focused education taught by accomplished faculty with extensive real-world experience.
Accreditation & Licensing
Stevenson University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
Stevenson’s online BS in Interdisciplinary Studies is ideal if you are a working professional that needs a custom degree. You can build upon your existing credit or pull together previously mismatched coursework to finally complete your degree — all with the convenience of online learning. This program allows you to focus your studies in two concentrations, such as:
- Business Communication
- Criminal justice
- Legal studies
- Business administration
- Management
With six rolling start dates every year, this online BS completion degree is aimed at working professionals. Courses are taught by real-world experienced faculty that will be there to support you throughout the program. At Stevenson, you can complete your degree receiving credit for your previous career and life experiences through optional learning assessments.
Business
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree is available to students in a completely online format. The program aims to provide its students with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the challenges and responsibilities of a career in the business world.
Students will understand how a business functions, what the function of a business is, and how to integrate or maintain those functions. This online Business Administration degree program culminates in a team-based capstone project demonstrating the full spectrum of business disciplines. Students may also add an optional concentration in Employment Law and Mediation.
Some of the topics covered in this degree program include:
- Managerial accounting
- Management information systems
- Business law
- Organizational behavior
- Project management
- Principles of negotiation and sales
The Bachelor of Science in Business Communication degree seeks to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to meet the challenges they might face related to event planning, media, advertising, public relations, publishing, and marketing careers. Coursework serves to increase your abilities in communication, design, and business.
In this online Communications degree program, you will learn how to think critically in any situation. Students learn how to use technology, photography, and design products to enhance their communications. Knowledge of all facets of the business environment will prepare you to enter the workforce or advance your career upon graduation.
Some of your studies will focus on topics related to:
- Small group communication
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Writing for the web
- Organizational communication
- Principles of negotiation and sales
The Master of Science in Business & Technology Management degree focuses on endowing students with the skills and knowledge required to help organizations achieve a competitive advantage in the ever-changing, global, technology-driven, and information-rich marketplace. Professionals can use this graduate degree program to advance their careers in a variety of fields.
With this online Technology Management degree, you will learn best practices in hardware and software standards. You can tailor the degree to your interests by choosing one of two tracks:
- Emerging Technology: Students study system planning and design, as well as IT project management.
- Innovative Leadership: Learn how to motivate employees to achieve the highest level of performance and productivity.
The Master of Science in Communication Studies is for students who are looking to expand their communication skills both personally and professionally. Students are able to utilize the skills taught in this program and directly apply them to their jobs.
Graduates will understand how to respond in complex situations, engage with diverse audiences, and communicate effectively in an evolving marketplace. Courses provide an understanding of communication strategies, methods, and skills. In this online Communications degree, you will learn practical applications of communication theories in a variety of settings.
Some of the topics covered in this online graduate program include:
- Cultures and communication
- Communication ethics in the public sphere
- Conflict communication and leadership
- Interpersonal communication
The Master of Science in Forensic Accounting at Stevenson University is for students who are looking for preparation in their career for investigative accounting or fraud prevention. Students practice synthesizing accounting, auditing, computer and investigative analysis.
Upon graduation from this online Accounting degree program, students will be able to evaluate financial evidence in order to share their findings and conclusions during legal proceedings. Designed for new graduates as well as seasoned professionals, this graduate degree provides the skills and knowledge necessary to serve as expert witnesses in court.
You will have the opportunity to study topics including:
- Fraud: Accounting
- Investigation and Analysis: Auditing
- Investigation and Analysis: Tax
- Business Valuation
- Litigation Theory and Practice
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
You can promote justness with the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Stevenson University. The online criminal justice degree leads to work in research, education, and public service.
Through the online criminal justice bachelor’s degree program, you study the fundamental issues in our criminal legal system. Your online courses, presented in shortened terms, explore such areas as:
- Law
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Technology
You can train to protect information assets with the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics from Stevenson University. The online cybersecurity degree prepares professionals to combat such cyber crimes as:
- Cyberattacks
- Ransomware
- Hacking
- Breaches
Through the online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree program, you learn to protect corporations, schools, healthcare facilities, and government agencies from cybercrime. Stevenson is one of a handful of institutions designated a National Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence by the DOD.
You can gain expertise in evaluating crime scenes with the Graduate Certificate in Crime Scene Investigation from Stevenson University. The online criminal justice program explores such topics as:
- Pattern analysis
- Forensic science
- Crime scene photography
- Safety/quality control/quality assurance
Through the online criminal justice graduate certificate program, you learn to process forensic evidence. Your online studies also prepare you to present evidence findings in court.
You can learn to protect electronic data with the Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics from Stevenson University. The online forensic science program explores such topics as:
- White collar crimes
- Investigative techniques
- Files systems forensic analysis
- Incident response and evidence collection
Through the online forensic science graduate certificate program, you learn communication skills and how to be an expert witness in court trials. Your online studies also examine the foundations of justice.
You can gain the skills to present evidence in court with the Graduate Certificate in Forensic Investigation from Stevenson University. The online forensic science program examines such subjects as:
- Interviewing
- White collar crimes
- Fraud investigation
- Forensic information technology
Through the online forensic science graduate certificate program, you learn to collect physical evidence, analyze it, and create factually accurate reports for court testimony.
You can gain expertise in investigative skills with the Master of Science in Crime Scene Investigation from Stevenson University. The online forensic science degree opens doors for such career opportunities as:
- Forensic artist
- Evidence technician
- Fingerprint and DNA specialist
- Crime scene photographer
Through the online forensic science master’s degree program, you prepare for employment at the federal, state, or local level with law enforcement agencies. Graduates have the skills to process forensic evidence and to communicate their findings ethically in written and oral formats, sometimes as court testimony.
You can gain expertise in fighting cybercrime with the Master of Science in Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics from Stevenson University. The online cybersecurity degree leads to rewarding work in such roles as:
- Chief data officer
- Cybercrime analyst
- Network engineer
- Information system security officer
Through the online cybersecurity master’s degree program, you prepare to work in a field experiencing $10 trillion in damages. The need for educated professionals has never been higher to protect organizations, public institutions, and businesses from cyber threats. To pursue work in cybersecurity means job security!
You can gain expertise in documentary and testimonial evidence with the Master of Science in Forensic Investigation from Stevenson University. The online forensic science degree explores such subjects as:
- Criminology
- Fraud investigation
- White collar crime
- Forensic information technology
Through the online forensic science master’s degree program, you learn to conduct interviews and collect evidence for use in criminal prosecution. Your online courses develop your skills in analysis, communication, and critical thinking.
You can build on your natural science background for an exciting career in the growing field of forensics with the Master of Science in Forensic Science from Stevenson University. The online forensic science degree trains you in such areas around laboratory work such as:
- Quality control
- Quality assurance
- Safety procedures
- Processing requirements
Through the online forensic science master’s degree program, you can choose a concentration like Forensic Biology or Forensic Chemistry. Your online studies lead to work in such roles as:
- Forensic chemist
- Forensic toxicologist
- Forensic DNA analyst
- Crime laboratory supervisor
You can become a forensic specialist with the Master of Science in Forensic Studies from Stevenson University. The online forensic science degree follows an interdisciplinary format that benefits legal and law enforcement professionals.
Through the online forensic science master’s degree program, other professionals can gain the expertise to serve as expert witnesses. Graduates find success in such roles as:
- Detectives
- Fire inspectors
- Financial analysts
- Anti-money laundering compliance analysts
Education
Enroll in online STEM teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities. Build on your math and science baccalaureate degree as you prepare to lead the young learners of tomorrow. STEM education is taking off in popularity and importance. Take your place in teaching these subjects by becoming well-versed in the “integrative and collaborative inquiry-based practices of STEM teaching and learning.”
The curriculum, which is a combination of online instruction and classroom experience, meets initial certification requirements for teaching middle or high school levels (7-12) in the following math or science topics:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth/Space Science
- Physical Science
- Physics
- Mathematics
This career-focused curriculum is offered in a cohort program, allowing you to work with the same group of peers as you move through the program. Plus, in this STEM teaching degree, you will enjoy personalized attention from faculty.
Enroll in online teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities. Become a better teacher in today’s ever-evolving educational environment. You will learn to engage students and build learning communities while studying cross-disciplinary concepts of whole-child teaching, multiple literacies, STEM, and community-based education. Gain foundational skills and knowledge as you complete such courses as:
- Cognitive, Social, and Emotional Development of Learners
- Socio-Political and Cultural Influences on Families, Communities, and Organizations
- Digital Literacy and Media
- Innovative Teaching and Learning for 21st-Century Skills
Students in this online teaching degree benefit from a career-focused curriculum taught by an accessible faculty. Enjoy individualized attention and support along with a personalized approach to education.
If you work in informal and non-formal education settings or strive to, this online adult education degree can help you advance your career. Plus, with the flexibility of online learning, it can advance your career without interrupting your career as you earn your degree.
Become an effective educator and change leader in these educational settings. With this community-based online adult education degree you will learn to:
- Meet the needs of diverse learners
- Build transformative learning communities
- Foster collaborative partnerships within this expanding educational sector
If you decide to further your education, credits earned may be applied to the Masters in Community-Based Education and Leadership degree.
In today's classroom, teachers are tasked with helping learners develop 21st century skills of critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration while simultaneously evolving their skills and developing new strategies for addressing the emerging issues in literacy education. The online Certificate in Literacy Education program from Stevenson University is designed to equip classroom teachers with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to increase student success. Courses cover:
- Foundations of Literacy
- Literacy Assessment
- Culturally Responsive Literacy
- Digital Literacy & Media
Enroll in online STEM teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities. Build on your math and science baccalaureate degree as you prepare to lead the young learners of tomorrow. STEM education is taking off in popularity and importance. Take your place in teaching these subjects by becoming well-versed in the integrative and collaborative inquiry-based practices of STEM teaching and learning.
Designed for current middle or high school math and science teachers, this career-focused STEM teaching degree allows you to collaborate with a cohort of math and science educators. Together, you will plan and implement integrated, multi-disciplinary lessons that align with:
- NSTA Next Gen Science Standards
- NCTM Principles to Action
- Common Core State Standards
If you decide to further your education, credits earned may be applied to the Masters in STEM Teaching (MAT).
Healthcare
Stevenson University focuses on the future with its Master of Science in Healthcare Management program. As one of the fastest-growing industries, you can prepare to meet the demand through this online healthcare administration graduate program.
You can customize your program by choosing a concentration. Options include:
- Quality management and patient safety
- Project management in healthcare
The program prepares professionals from all walks of life for a career in healthcare administration. Those with backgrounds in finance, business, human resources, technology, and even organizational operations benefit from the healthcare-specific knowledge in the curriculum, allowing them to make a career change.
Furthermore, healthcare professionals can climb the corporate ladder within their field. Courses delve into finance and human resources, policy and ethics, administration, quality improvement, and patient safety. With training in these key areas and others, you will have the applied skills and foundational knowledge to succeed.
Anyone with a bachelor’s degree who wants to break into Public Health can do so with a minimum investment of time and money. Stevenson University offers a Post-baccalaureate Certificate in Quality Management and Patient Safety.
The online coursework in public health enables you to improve patient treatments and promote best practices of patient safety management. You will gain skills and knowledge to evaluate the health of populations to address service gaps. Topics within the curriculum include:
- Quality management in healthcare
- Patient satisfaction and quality improvement
- Customer relationship management
- Patient advocacy for healthcare quality
Credits can be applied to the university’s Master’s in Healthcare Management. This allows for an incremental approach to your graduate degree.
Nursing
The online RN to BSN degree completion program from Stevenson University is designed for RNs who have a license and/or an associate’s degree in nursing and want to advance their education by earning a bachelor’s degree. This program uses students' foundational knowledge and experience in nursing to build upon, expanding their skills and knowledge related to professionalism, excellence in practice, and strategies that meet the challenges of a nursing workplace. Through a liberal arts curriculum that ties into the nursing courses, students enrolled in the RN to BS degree program at Stevenson University are provided with an expansive education that prepares them for career advancement and/or graduate education.
Stevenson University’s RN to MSN program provides convenient online coursework designed for working adults. The program is career-focused, providing specialized skills in a growing industry.
A Master of Science in Nursing can open the door to new career opportunities and professional growth for Registered Nurses. Students in the program first earn their BSN degree, and then have the option to continue in the online MSN degree program. Courses are offered in primarily eight-week sessions, with six different start dates throughout the year.
Three concentrations are available for students to customize their degree plan:
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Leadership/Management
- Population-Based Care Coordination
The online MSN degree program from Stevenson University is a career-focused program that provides specialized skills necessary to advance your nursing career. The Forensic Nursing track combines nursing skills with knowledge of scientific investigation and trauma treatment.
Forensic Nurses serve as a bridge between patients, law enforcement, and the legal system. Graduates will have the ability to help victims of trauma by advocating for and testifying on behalf of patients.
The Master of Science in Nursing program from Stevenson University offers convenient online sessions for working adults. The Nursing Education track allows students to become the teacher, educating others in academic and clinical settings.
In this Master of Nursing Education online program, students learn how to implement and evaluate courses using multiple strategies. Graduates can pursue positions such as director of nursing education or assistant professor of nursing.
Stevenson University offers a convenient online Master of Science in Nursing program designed for busy nurse professionals. Students can choose from four concentrations based on their personal and career interests.
The Nursing Leadership and Management track gives students the skills they need to become leaders in the healthcare industry. Coursework explores resource solutions to managerial difficulties in healthcare, as well as best business management practices.
Classes in this online nursing administration degree examine topics including:
- Nursing informatics
- Quantitative methods in research
- Qualitative inquiry
- Global healthcare perspectives
- Project and resource management
Bachelor’s-prepared nurses can advance their career with the online Master of Science in Nursing from Stevenson University. This flexible degree option offers multiple start dates per year and is designed to fit around the schedules of working nurse professionals.
Students choosing the Population-Based Care Coordination track focus their studies on evaluating quality and safety outcomes within community healthcare systems. Coursework prepares nurses for the complexities of healthcare delivery systems, insurance policies, and the various needs of clients. Graduates of this Master’s in Nursing online will have the skills and knowledge necessary to coordinate care for diverse populations.
Bachelor’s-prepared registered nurses can expand their career possibilities with a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Nursing Education. This online nurse educator program prepares nurses to design curriculum for a variety of settings.
This comprehensive nursing program integrates theories and principles of teaching and learning with knowledge of pharmacology, pathophysiology, and physical assessment. Students learn how to apply learning theories and curriculum design models in the development of learning experiences in nursing education.
Core classes cover material including:
- Curriculum design and innovation
- Teaching and learning strategies and evaluation
- Instructional media in education
The online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Population-Based Care Coordination program from Stevenson University prepares students to be expert care coordinators who are well acquainted with the complexities of healthcare delivery systems, insurance policies, and the varied needs of clients. Coursework covers topics such as:
- Global health care
- Communication and conflict resolution
- Pathophysiology and pharmacology
- Population-based care
- Professional/Legal issues in population-based care
Psychology & Human Services
Enroll in this online human services degree and advance professional opportunities. Prepare to make a positive change in individuals, your community, and, ultimately, the world.
Designed for nonprofit professionals and educators, this program ensures graduates are ready to lead, teach, and advance the missions of these purpose-driven organizations. You will be able to serve diverse communities, optimizing their activities and building collaborative partnerships. In addition to building collaborative partnerships, this online education degree will teach you to excel in:
- Creating, implementing, and assessing community-based programs
- Leadership and advocacy for community-based programs
- Grant writing
- Project management, volunteer management, and strategic planning
- Goal setting, resource management, and partnership building