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������ý’s online master’s in nursing administration program is ranked No. 11 in the nation in 2021 by U.S. News & World Report, climbing from No. 17 in 2020. In addition, ������ý’s bachelor’s degree program is ranked No. 53 in the nation this year, climbing from No. 73 in 2020. ������ý’s online bachelor’s in business program ranked No. 27 in 2021, the first year for the rankings category.

“The recognition of the online nursing administration/leadership program we received speaks to the quality of the college’s programs, our faculty and staff,” said , Ph.D., dean of ������ý's Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing. “Together, we work to create a positive online learning experience for our ������ý that integrates the caring philosophy into nursing, organizational management and health care administration.”

������ý has offered online bachelor’s degree programs since 2011. Fully online undergraduate programs are offered in ������ý’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, , , , and .

“������ý continues to climb in the rankings for our online bachelor’s degree program,” said Edward E. Pratt, Ph.D., dean of ������ý’s undergraduate studies. “It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our faculty, staff and ������ý at our colleges.”

The 2021 Best Online Programs methodologies are based on a number of factors, including engagement, faculty credentials and training, expert opinion, and services and technologies provided. Only degree-granting programs at regionally accredited institutions that are offered predominantly online were considered.

Now in its 10th year, the U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs” list is a resource for ������ý and working adults who are increasingly seeking online education programs for degree completion and career advancement. Prospective ������ý can use the searchable directory to explore factors such as tuition, program offerings and online services offered to enrolled ������ý.

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