School Details
At the University of Arkansas, a remarkable history of unification and growth spans back to its founding in 1871, even amidst the challenges of the post-civil war era of Reconstruction. Today, this 4-year public institution continues to unite people, promoting such values as:
- Educational excellence
- Economic prosperity, and
- A strong sense of community
The university’s academic expansion took off in the early 20th century, adding colleges focused on agriculture, engineering, education, and arts and science. Presently, the University of Arkansas offers a diverse array of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees and certificates, both on-campus and online. As a top public research university, the U of A emphasizes a “students-first” philosophy, ensuring personalized attention and mentorship opportunities for students. Recognized for its level of research, the school ranks in the top 3 percent nationwide for research.
With a focus on student success, the university provides a wealth of online programs, ranging from micro-certificates to doctoral degrees, catering to diverse interests and aspirations. Whether on-campus or online, this institution thrives as a beacon of opportunity, shaping a brighter future for students and communities alike.
Accreditation & Licensing
University of Arkansas is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies is available to the nontraditional student through University of Arkansas. This fully online degree is designed to be completed through core course requirements and minors which may correspond to workplace goals. Available minors include but are not limited to:
- Accounting
- General Business
- Criminal Justice
- Communication
Courses are designed for the working adult to be flexible and customizable. Students will work closely with an academic advisor to find the academic path best suited to professional needs. Explore an individualized program leading to graduate or professional studies, as well as successful employment with University of Arkansas online.
The University of Arkansas offers a Graduate Certificate in Music Education with a concentration in Special Needs Students in a fully online format. This program is designed for the practicing music teacher to expand their skill set working with special needs. Studies cover topics including but not limited to:
- Professional and family partnerships
- Behavior and characteristics of special needs students
- Curriculum design
Courses are led by world-renowned and published faculty. Students will learn to work with children of all ages through contemporary, research-based programming. Explore the intricacies of the Individuals with Disabilities act and other key factors of special needs education through this certificate from the University of Arkansas online.
Earn a Graduate Certificate in Technical Writing and Public Rhetorics through University of Arkansas online. This program is designed for working professional writers to improve a variety of skills and build a portfolio. Studies cover topics including but not limited to:
- Document design
- Writing for the web
- Visual rhetoric
Courses are available 100% online, making this certificate an accessible tool for the working adult student. Students work exclusively with faculty who possess terminal degrees in Technical Writing or Rhetoric. Enhance theoretical and practical skills, create a polished portfolio, and pursue career advancement in a flexible academic format through the University of Arkansas.
Become a Master of Science with a degree in Human Environmental Sciences through University of Arkansas online. This program focuses on Apparel Merchandising and Product Development. Students are prepared for careers in academia or the apparel industry through studies covering topics including but not limited to:
- Global economy
- Social, psychological, and cultural aspects
- Issues and trends
Courses are offered 100% online, making this a suitable degree for the working adult student. Through a curriculum supplying theoretical and applicable knowledge of academic and industry competencies, students develop know-how in quality assurance, retail buying, merchandising, product development, and more. Take advantage of real-world research study opportunities and high-quality, student-centered faculty through University of Arkansas online.
Business
Through a bachelor’s Communications degree online, learn different strategies of mass communications utilized in governmental, business, and media organizations. As part of this program, explore a curriculum that introduces you to today’s messaging technologies and platforms. Learn how to interact with a culturally diverse audience and prepare for a wide range of communication and other closely related career options.
Potential careers include, but are not limited to:
- Marketing communications
- Media and social consulting
- Public relations
Coursework ranges from studies in introductory communications and research to upper level elective courses which will allow you to customize studies to fit your professional interests.
Gain an edge in the business world with this Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting degree online. Courses provide strong knowledge of accounting principles and skills. Prepare for the CPA exam through courses taught by world-class faculty. You will learn to evaluate the financial implications of business strategies and plans.
As a 100% online accounting degree, this program is designed so that students can study without sacrificing their current careers and family lives. In fact, as long as there is a computer and an internet connection, your classroom can be wherever you wish.
This accredited online business administration degree in general business will provide a competitive edge in business. Courses offer a solid foundation in general education and essential business skills. Topics covered include:
- Accounting
- Information Systems
- Management Marketing
- Retail
- Supply Chain Management
This flexible degree can be completed by both working adults and traditional students, and by completing all four years of study with this program or by applying previously earned college credit toward completion of this degree.
With this 100% online business degree, this program is designed so that students can study without sacrificing their current careers and family lives. In fact, as long as there is a computer and an internet connection, your classroom can be wherever you wish.
This accredited online business management degree can prepare students for careers in almost any industry or area of expertise. The ability to manage others is an important skill that can be applied to both profit and non-profit organizations and for careers as professional managers or as self-employed entrepreneurs.
Courses provide the insight and skills needed for a career in leadership, strengthening management skills. Topics covered include:
- Accounting
- Public Speaking
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Business Application Knowledge
A concentration in Human Resources Management is also available.
Gain a competitive edge to your business career with this Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Marketing degree online. This is a flexible, cost-effective marketing degree option, regardless of your background.
Prepare for careers that involve product planning, distribution, promotion, and pricing strategies. Study consumer behavior, marketing research, and strategic marketing along with a broad overview of the marketing functions within organizations. Courses help students to:
- Communicate effectively
- Think critically
- Apply marketing concepts and core cross-discipline concepts in business
- Develop empathy for customers using a global and international business focus
This online operations management degree provides a competitive edge in the business world. Supply Chain Management is about the active and intentional management of the flows of goods and services from product sourcing to the consumer. You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to manage information, engage customers and suppliers, and integrate processes across functions and firms, making you one of the supply chain’s greatest assets.
Courses are taught by experienced supply chain faculty and are designed to enable supply chain talent. Graduates understand supply chain management and are ready to make positive contributions to business.
Prepare for certification as a Project Management Professional with this Gradate Certificate in Project Management degree online. This certificate can stand on its own or serve as a precursor to a Masters in Operations Management, Engineering, or Engineering Management. Whatever your end goal, this program teaches internationally recognized project management knowledge and skills.
Prepare to assume project leadership roles in industry and government by learning to execute projects within scope and on budget while also meeting your organiztion’s strategic objectives. Effectively manage projects and understand the global project management language.
This Master of Science in Construction Management online degree is designed for construction managers who have a bachelor’s degree. Learn to lead a construction project from the design phase through completion, meeting the need for individuals capable of leading new projects. Gain the techniques and skills that are needed for positions as supervisors, managers, and leaders in construction companies. Topics covered include:
- Scheduling
- Productivity
- Efficiency
- Safety
- Contracts
- Risk management
Graduates will have earned professional industry certificates that include Lean Construction Institute, Lean Six Sigma, and Project Management.
The online MS in Operations Management degree program from the University of Arkansas is designed to provide students with the practical knowledge and skills needed to lead complex business operations. The curriculum explores:
- Methods to increase productivity
- The global business environment
- Supply chain
- Human resource strategies
- Finance for operations managers
- Leadership principles
Computer Science & IT
The online Certificate of Proficiency in Geospatial Technologies program provides students with knowledge and skills required in the wide-ranging field of geospatial technologies. Students learn the basics of the computational, mathematical, and statistical tools that are the foundations of geospatial applications, and are prepared for three external certifications, should they choose to pursue them:
- Geospatial Intern Program certification through the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS)
- Certified ArcGIS (Geographic Information Systems) Desktop Associate through Esri, a company that was founded as Environmental Systems Research Institute in 1969
- The Geographic Information Science Professional (GISP) exam offered by the Geographic Information System Certification Institute
The impact of geospatial science and technology in society is powerful and increasingly recognized across industries and disciplines. The online Graduate Certificate in Geospatial Technologies program addresses specific skills that are vital for today's geospatial workforce, including programming and spatial databases, as well as core geospatial skills. Additionally, graduates are prepared for three external certifications, should they choose to pursue them:
- Geospatial Intern Program certification through the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS)
- Certified ArcGIS (Geographic Information Systems) Desktop Associate through Esri, a company that was founded as Environmental Systems Research Institute in 1969
- The Geographic Information Science Professional (GISP) exam offered by the Geographic Information System Certification Institute
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
The Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security, offered entirely online in eight-week sessions, is globally competitive and industry-respected, catering to professionals in sectors including emergency management, law enforcement, and cybersecurity. Aligned with ASIS International’s body of knowledge requirements, it equips students with essential skills to navigate homeland security topics and enhance management processes.
Completion of the 12-credit program allows for a seamless transition into master’s degree programs offered by the College of Engineering, providing a pathway for further academic advancement. Through this program, students develop critical homeland security competencies, apply technical management skills to interdisciplinary issues, and cultivate problem-solving abilities applicable to real-world scenarios.
Addressing a key component of the agricultural sector, the online LL.M. program in Agricultural and Food Law is experiencing a growing demand as it addresses complex issues pertinent to the field (literally and figuratively). These issues range from food and health connections to environmental sustainability and farmed animal welfare.
The program covers laws governing food production, marketing, and sale, spanning from farm to fork. It offers a variety of distance learning options, including live videoconferencing, online exercises, and hybrid courses, accommodating different student needs. Graduates of the program are well-positioned for leadership roles in various sectors including government, private practice, advocacy, and education within the agricultural law community.
Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education in Human Resource & Workforce Development Education is an instructional design degree online. This program meets the need for individuals who are able to develop talent and lead teams to help organizations meet their goals. The curriculum aligns workforce development with human resources. While this program prepares students for careers and to pursue a graduate degree, it does not lead students to traditional licensure for teachers.
Courses in this online human resources degree teach students to apply integrated training, organizational development, and career planning and counseling skills to the design, management, and evaluation of programs. Graduates are ready to improve individual productivity, employability, job satisfaction, and organizational effectiveness.
The U of A trains school leaders in special education with its Curriculum Program Administrator – Special Education Endorsement. This online program emphasizes the development and administration of special education programs for those pivotal in employment evaluation decisions.
This online special education curriculum provides the credits necessary for licensure as a Curriculum/Program Administrator – Special Education in Arkansas. Those in other states should check with their department of education.
Students take part in a practicum in special education. Other topics of study include:
- Professional and family partnerships
- Administration and supervision of special education
- Legal aspects of special education
- Leadership ethics
U of A helps you excel in education administration with its Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership. Graduates prepare for leadership roles as principals. Other high-level leadership positions include:
- Building-level administrators and supervisors
- Superintendents
- Federal and state governmental agency officials
- Other educational leadership-related roles
The online education administration program requires three intensive weekend seminars on-site at the campus. Each intensive focuses on a theme to connect theory with practice. Through these intensives, you build relationships, meet leaders in the field, and learn hands-on through meaningful experiences.
Expert faculty cultivate a feeling of camaraderie and engagement. Graduates gain a network of colleagues as well as the knowledge and skills to rise through the ranks in their careers.
The Doctor of Education in Human Resource & Workforce Development Education is an instructional design degree online. This program is designed for those with a background in psychology, organizational behavior, occupational counseling, skill testing and evaluation, program design, consulting practice, and organizational development. Enhance your ability to handle such issues as training, management development, customer service, and total quality management. There are three main pillars of learning in this online human resources degree program:
- Career Development
- Organizational
- Training and Development
This program offers you a flexible learning environment, so you can earn your degree while working and juggling other commitments.
The U of A offers a Dyslexia Endorsement for those wanting a graduate-level program in reading and literacy. Besides teaching competency in the foundational concepts of literacy acquisition, this online reading and literacy program results in the following:
- Knowledge of student reading profiles
- The application and interpretation of assessments to create literacy instruction plans
- Demonstration of professionalism for teachers
The online coursework in reading and literacy provides the requirements to request the dyslexia endorsement from the Arkansas Department of Education. Those in other states can check with their department of education for acceptance of these credits.
The U of A offers a postgraduate certificate in Educational Specialist in Curriculum & Instruction / Education Examiner. This online program is one of four areas of concentration.
This practitioner-oriented program develops leadership, enhances knowledge, and provides endorsement in curriculum and instruction. Students can pursue advanced knowledge without having to complete a doctoral degree.
The expertise and experience gained with this online curriculum and instruction program can expand your career opportunities. To apply for this program, students must have a valid teaching license and a master’s degree.
The U of A offers a post-master’s degree in Educational Specialist in Curriculum & Instruction / K-12 Online Teaching. With this online instructional design degree, you can distinguish yourself and advance your career.
The Specialist’s Degree provides the skills and expertise without having to earn a doctoral degree. Designed for Arkansas educators, the online instructional design program can make you an expert in your chosen concentration. The coursework can be used for a graduate certificate in K-12 Online Teaching.
The U of A provides endorsement for teachers with its Educational Specialist in Curriculum & Instruction / Literacy / Dyslexia. This online reading and literacy program enhances your knowledge while developing leadership skills.
The practitioner-oriented degree provides endorsement in reading and literacy.
As a post-graduate certificate, students must have a master’s degree. Students must also have a valid teaching license to enroll in this reading and literacy program.
The postgraduate certificate in Educational Specialist in Curriculum & Instruction / Program Administrator from the U of A can help you distinguish yourself professionally and academically. Students develop specialty skills through the online teacher leadership coursework.
The practitioner-focused program equips you with the knowledge and skills to be an instructional leader. Designed for educators in Arkansas, you can earn a graduate certificate in Program Administrator. Besides leadership skills, the training focuses on subjects such as:
School organizations
Administration
School improvement
Decision making
The U of A can help you become an administrator with its Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership degree. The online education administration program prepares educators for on-campus or district-wide administration work.
The online coursework prepares students to pass the School Superintendent Assessment. Students can opt for an internship that is not online for system-level licensure.
This online Educational Leadership program provides many benefits:
- Network of K-16 partners
- Faculty leading rigorous and relevant educational experiences
- Researchers responding to the needs of policymakers and practitioners
- Graduates passionate about transforming schools
The University of Arkansas offers an online Graduate Certificate in K-12 Online Teaching. The program offers education on many different technologies and communication methods that are useful for educators focused on teaching online. Online teaching is becoming a more effective means of reaching elementary and secondary students, and this certificate helps qualify educators for growth in the field.
The U of A offers a Graduate Certificate in Special Education Transition Services, where educators learn to help students with disabilities transition to adulthood. This online special education program specifically appeals to professionals such as:
- Special educators
- Vocational rehabilitation counselors
- School counselors
- Social workers and psychologists
The online special education curriculum follows evidence-based transition research. Learners grasp the best practices to assist those with disabilities.
The U of A helps to address the growing number of non-English speaking students with its Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This online ESL program instills the knowledge and skills to teach English as a second language. Graduates can apply for a licensure endorsement in ESL from the Arkansas Department of Education.
Students learn how to teach people from other cultures. Other topics of study include:
- Second language acquisition
- Second language methodologies
- Second language assessment
- Foundations and issues in bilingual and ESL education
Teachers who have earned this graduate certificate enhance their careers. They stand out in the job market with their abilities to emphasize a school’s inclusive resources.
Educators wanting to support those on the autism spectrum look to the U of A’s Graduate MicroCertificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The online special education program imparts skills and knowledge with a minimum investment of time and money.
Designed for those with or without teaching licenses, this online special education certificate works for those who work in counseling, social work, K-12 education, and other service-focused environments. Topics of study include:
- Assessments to identify learning priorities
- Learning environments that support those with ASD
- Policies to meet the needs of those with ASD
- Evidence-based practices for developing instruction for those with ASD
The University of Arkansas offers an online Master of Education in Adult & Lifelong Learning. With this degree, professionals can pursue further doctoral studies or advance in careers working with adult students. There is a focus on personal development so each student can work to their full potential as scholars and practitioners.
For those who envision being a leader in the community college realm, the U of A offers a Master of Education in Community College Leadership. Few colleges offer an online higher education degree for this career path.
This online higher education leadership program focuses on building the role of community colleges to meet learners’ career goals. Students gain administrative insights and explore best practices.
Designed for flexibility, this higher education program offers eight-week courses. Students can start in any eight-week session throughout the calendar year and take one or more classes to fit their schedules.
Besides developing their communication skills through writing and presentations, students learn interpersonal skills. Some of the benefits bestowed through this program include:
- Learning administrative leadership skills
- Advancing your career path
- Establishing an academic foundation to pursue a doctoral degree
- Networking with peers
The U of A offers a Master of Education in Educational Leadership. This online education administration program provides training for educators seeking administrative roles in elementary and secondary schools.
The rigorous coursework prepares students to pass the School Leaders Licensure Assessment. Those wanting building-level licensure must complete an optional internship that is not online.
The U of A provides leading-edge development with its Master of Education in Educational Technology. This online instructional design program offers growth opportunities in several areas. Potential career paths include:
- Instructional design
- Distance education
- Training and development
- Teacher education
Through instructional technologies, students explore learning technologies, Web design, strategic planning, and visual literacy. They also focus on educational media.
Graduates go on to work in education, government, business, and health professions. They have the knowledge and expertise to administer technology programs and coordinate distance learning. Furthermore, they can research instructional technology trends and teach with the latest technologies.
The Master of Education in Human Resource & Workforce Development Education is an instructional design degree online. You will learn how to design, manage, and evaluate programs in organizations through integrated training, organizational development, career planning, and career counseling. With this online human resources degree, students will be able to improve individual productivity and employability thereby boosting job satisfaction and organizational effectiveness. Be prepared to handle issues in training, development, customer service, and total quality management.
The online human resource degree is designed to open doors to greater opportunities and higher salaries for ambitious, career-minded individuals with a full-time job or family life that makes it difficult to fit in classes.
The U of A offers advanced training with its Master of Education in Physical Education. Designed for practicing physical education professionals, a graduate degree can raise your pay grade.
This online physical education degree provides knowledge and expertise from nationally recognized faculty. Topics of study include:
- Risk management in physical education and athletics
- Sport skill assessment and instructional strategies
- Scientific principles of movement and performance
- Sport psychology
You can learn to help English-learning students with the U of A’s Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This online ESL program provides the tools and strategies to implement the ESL curriculum and perform assessments.
Students gain the knowledge and skills to pinpoint problems and develop solutions for those learning English as a second language. This program leads to a licensure endorsement in ESL by the Arkansas Department of Education.
The online ESL coursework teaches an understanding of multicultural students’ social and cognitive learning styles. You will learn to evaluate writing, speaking, listening, and reading performance.
Graduates find work in a variety of settings. Possible career paths include:
- Teaching K-12 ESL with your AR Ancillary License from Arkansas
- Teaching ESL abroad to children and adults
- Working as a TESOL facilitator, coach, or coordinator
- Teaching adults in community and technical colleges, non-profits, and adult education centers
Engineering
Learn to lead a technical team without entering a master’s degree program with this online engineering management degree. This graduate certificate provides management principles and problem-solving skills that prepare students to create sustainable processes to develop and improve hardware and software products and services. You will be able to create value for your organization, customers, users, and stakeholders. With this program, you can “learn practical skills today that you can use on the job tomorrow.”
Credits earned in this online engineering management degree can be applied toward the MS in Engineering Management and the MS in Engineering degrees.
Prepare for a position in engineering management analytics with this online engineering management degree. You will learn skills and knowledge pertaining to performance, cost, and schedule data. Learn to assess complex engineering management projects and understand how to apply analytics methods to enable data-driven engineering management decisions. Courses teach broad competencies in engineering management analytics principles and practices and cover techniques to handle market, technology, and competition uncertainties. Graduates are ready to work with data analytics to provide data-driven insights.
Credits earned can be applied toward the MS in Operations Management, the MS in Engineering Management, and the MS in Engineering.
Help your organization remove waste and reduce variation in order to maximize business productivity by earning an online engineering management degree. This certificate incorporates the industry production methodology recognized by employers around the world. Take what you learn and use it in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and construction. The curriculum teaches students to:
- Apply problem-solving skills
- Manage a Six Sigma improvement project
- Develop Lean Six Sigma competencies
This online engineering management degree prepares students to sit for the Green Belt certification exam. Credits earned can be applied toward the MS in Operations Management, the MS in Engineering Management, and the MS in Engineering.
Take your education to the next level with this online aerospace engineering degree. Are you looking to enhance your resume? Or maybe you want a stepping stone toward a master’s degree? Regardless of your end goal, this online aerospace engineering degree can help you achieve it.
Gain the specialized knowledge and skills obtained in FAA Remote Pilot Certification. This includes how to perform complex autonomous missions, create and track the effectiveness of complex mission plans, and build effective models to meet standard industry use cases.
Take your education to the next level with this online systems engineering degree. Are you looking to enhance your resume? Or maybe you want a stepping stone toward a master’s degree? Regardless of your end goal, this online engineering management degree can help you to achieve it.
Designed for students with a STEM undergraduate degree, this program provides knowledge and skills that teach you to apply engineering management concepts to develop products and services. Learn to use system thinking and system engineering concepts to support system decisions.
Climb the career ladder with this online systems engineering degree. Are you looking to enhance your resume? Or maybe you want a stepping stone toward a master’s degree? Regardless of your end goal, this online systems engineering degree can help you to achieve it.
This program is designed for students with a STEM undergraduate degree. Learn to analyze and evaluate systems using quantitative trade-off analysis to inform system decisions.
Prepare for the future of electric energy systems with this online electrical engineering degree. This program emphasizes electric power engineering. Study such topics as:
- Design of advanced distribution systems
- Power system control
- Optimal and nonlinear control
- Electric power quality
- Power electronics
This online electrical engineering degree offers both a thesis and non-thesis option. Further customize your degree by choosing where to study, earning a degree without a daily commute.
Take your bachelor of science in engineering or computer science to the next level with this online engineering degree. Are you interested in a variety of engineering topics? Then check out this online engineering degree that does not limit you to just one area of engineering.
The curriculum incorporates courses from traditional master of science degrees in Biological, Chemical, Civil, Computer Systems, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, Mechanical, and Transportation Engineering, as well as Operations Management. All courses can be completed online, allowing you to study wherever it is convenient.
Become a leader in an engineering organization with this online engineering management degree. This program prepares students to lead technical teams in research development, systems design, and technical improvements. The curriculum provides leadership and business skills while focusing on the core elements of successful engineering leadership in complex environments.
Courses cover such topics as:
- Economics Decision Making
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Leadership Principles & Practices
Customize your degree by choosing from diverse electives that match your interests and career goals.
Healthcare
An online Gerontology graduate certificate allows you to earn valuable credentials to build your resume without committing to a full degree program. This can be especially beneficial if you are already working in a health or human services organization or need added skills to begin a new career path. Complete core courses which focus on adult development and gerontology perspectives, and then customize your program through elective options. Choose from topics, such as:
- Creativity and aging
- Nutrition
- Cognitive health
Learn from a variety of highly qualified instructors located on different university campuses.
This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.
The online Gerontology program is offered through:
- University of Arkansas
- Iowa State University
- North Dakota State University
- Oklahoma State University
- Texas Tech University
An online Master in Gerontology can offer anyone who enjoys working with the aging population a path to pursue a career in a wide range of community organizations. While jobs in this field are commonly found in long-term care facilities, other programs and services utilize gerontologists, some of which include:
- Recreation and public programs
- Rehabilitation therapy facilities
- Human services and social work agencies
In this gerontology degree online, combine the study of the physical and mental processes people go through as they age. Discover the impacts on society as you learn how to apply newly learned skills.
Benefit from a program taught by various instructors of multiple campuses across the country.
This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.
The online Gerontology program is offered through:
- University of Arkansas
- Iowa State University
- North Dakota State University
- Oklahoma State University
- Texas Tech University
The U of A offers a Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced School-Based Speech-Language Pathology. This online speech-language pathology program prepares licensed K-12 teachers to develop competencies in areas such as:
- Foundational concepts of literacy acquisition
- Mastery of student reading profiles
- Use of assessments to plan literacy instruction
- Professionalism in disposition and practice
The courses within this online speech-language pathology program provide the required studies for the dyslexia endorsement from the state education board. For those not in Arkansas, please consult with your state’s department of education.
The program strives to apply research-based strategies. Students learn to improve literacy acquisition through the five processes of proficient writing and reading. Credits can be applied to a related master’s degree.
Math & Science
Prepare for a career that is in high demand as a leader and decision-maker after earning this online degree in agriculture. This program teaches students to apply business management concepts and provides specialized training in financial and risk management. The curriculum, which offers unique and rigorous training, covers such topics as:
- Futures and Options
- Basis Trading and Grain Merchandising
- Applied Risk Management
- Prices and Forecasting
- Financial Markets and Institutions
Graduates go on to be successful in the global marketplace. Graduates are prepared for careers in the fields of agriculture, business, finance, marketing, law, and natural resources management.
Take your knowledge and education to the next level with this online environmental science degree. Are you looking to enhance your resume? Or maybe you want a stepping stone toward a master’s degree? Regardless of your end goal, this online environmental science degree can help you to achieve it.
Gain an understanding of resiliency, including the foundational theories and frameworks of various types of resiliency. You will also study which theoretical positions to use to access methods of case study application. Some of the types of resilience studies may include:
- Ecological
- Socially Catalyzed
- Socio-Ecological
The online Agricultural Education degree is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to advance into a leadership position including educators, employees of state and federal agencies, extension agents, and employees of private businesses. Core coursework includes topics in research and methods, while electives range from adult education and leadership to communications and interpreting statistical data. The program culminates in a thesis, project, or exam.
This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.
Prepare for a managerial or executive-level job in food safety. With this online agriculture degree, you will complete an interdisciplinary curriculum that spreads across agricultural, food, and life sciences. Expand your scientific knowledge in food safety, quality assurance, and risk assessment by completing such courses as:
- Principles of Food Microbiology
- Food Biosecurity
- Foodborne Diseases
- Safety & Sanitation for the Food Industry
- Food Toxicology & Contaminants
As you study, you will complete one course per semester, all taught by the same faculty who teach on campus. There is no thesis required. All students complete a special problems research project with an oral presentation and examination.
Take your career to the next level with this online animal science degree. Are you looking to enhance your resume? Or maybe you want a stepping stone toward another degree? Regardless of your end goal, this online animal science degree can help you to achieve it.
This program teaches students to care for and manage horses using research and best practices. Learn to understand equine behavior and how it pertains to care, training, and welfare as well as knowledge of general care and management. Successful equine sales options and strategies are also covered.
Nursing
The online RN to BSN degree completion program from University of Arkansas provides the opportunity for registered nurses with an associate's degree or diploma to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Graduates possess the knowledge and skills required to:
- Contribute leadership to health care systems, in professional organizations, and inter-professional teams to promote quality improvement and patient safety
- Design, deliver and evaluate evidence-based patient-centered care across the lifespan and the health-illness continuum
- Demonstrate skill using patient care technologies, information systems, and communication devices that support safe nursing practice
- Use knowledge of healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environments to advocate for quality health care
- Use effective professional communication and collaborative skills to deliver evidence-based care to individuals, families, and communities as part of an inter-professional team
- Design, deliver, and evaluate evidence-based health promotion/health protection interventions and programs
- Assume responsibility and accountability for behaviors that reflect professional standards for moral, ethical, and legal conduct
- Conduct comprehensive and focused physical, behavioral, psychological, spiritual, socioeconomic, and environmental assessments of health and illness using developmentally appropriate approaches
The online DNP degree program from the University of Arkansas prepares graduates to:
- Solve complex health issues
- Design and sustain quality improvement in organizations
- Lead transformation of health care
- Provide evidence-based clinical prevention and health services
- Design, deliver, and evaluate care to improve patient outcomes
The program offers two concentrations to suit students' personal interests and professional goals:
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Adult-Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
This online Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education prepares the next generation of nurse educators for teaching roles in academic and clinical settings. Master’s-prepared nurses can expand their career opportunities by entering the teaching field, sharing their knowledge and skills with their students.
Courses teach nurses methods to design curriculum that demonstrates knowledge of teaching philosophy, target audience, teaching/learning strategies, and program evaluation. Students in this online nurse educator program learn to collaborate with other professionals in policy development, resource management, and cost-effective program delivery. Graduates will be able to create teaching and learning materials and use technology to meet specific program and course outcomes.
The curriculum examines topics related to:
- Curriculum design and development
- Methods of assessment and evaluation
- Instructional design and delivery
- Specialty development
The online MSN degree program from the University of Arkansas provides registered nurses with the extended knowledge and skills required to advance in their careers and assume leadership positions in the field. Students may choose one of two concentrations to suit their personal interests and professional goals:
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Executive Leader
Psychology & Human Services
Earn a Master of Science degree in Human Environmental Sciences with a General concentration with University of Arkansas online. This program combines elements from each HES concentration. Interdisciplinary studies include but are not limited to:
- Research methods in social science
- Statistics and data processing
- Principles of experimentation
Graduates with this degree are prepared to pursue careers in industry, international programs, and community service occupations as well as education. Students who take on thesis study are prepared to study on the doctoral level, providing more occupational opportunities. Develop the problem-solving skills to advance in human environmental sciences in a flexible online format with University of Arkansas online.
The University of Arkansas offers an online social work degree, the Master of Social Work with Advanced Standing, for students who want to advance their educations in the field. With this degree bachelor’s-level social workers are able to practice independently and move into supervisory and leadership roles. Graduates are also prepared for PhD programs in social work.
This is a flexible program, allowing students to learn where they live and schedule their coursework around their other responsibilities. You will still have the opportunity to network with your peers and exchange peer support through the cohort system and virtual classrooms. The curriculum is the same as you would experience on-campus but with greater flexibility and the option of completing internships around your current residence.