Adelphi University Online Programs
With online programs at Adelphi University, you’ll gain the essential skills you need to stand out in your career. Our courses are delivered in a flexible format so you can learn from anywhere, and our personalized approach to education and student services means you’ll get the attention you need to learn with confidence.
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Five Undergraduate Degree Programs Available
Adelphi offers a variety of undergraduate programs, each built to expand on your knowledge in your chosen field. All provide access to in-depth coursework that will give you the confidence you need to achieve your career goals.
16 Graduate Programs Available
For those looking to further their knowledge and take their careers to the next level, Adelphi offers 16 expert-taught graduate programs. Each program is designed with the latest industry trends and standards in mind, all delivered in a comprehensive curriculum that features hands-on experience and real-world application.
- Master of Arts in Art Education
- Master of Arts in Educational Technology
- Master of Arts in Educational Theatre (P-12 Certification Track)
- Master of Arts in Educational Theatre (Storytelling and The Arts Non Certification Track)
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Public Health
- Master of Science in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Computer Science
- Master of Science in Emergency Management
- Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics
- Master of Science in Nutrition
- Master of Social Work
- Master of Social Work (Advanced Standing)
- Master of Science in Sport Management
11 Certificate Programs Available
Our certificate programs offer students an efficient and affordable way to gain specific competencies needed to launch or advance a career. They incorporate the latest knowledge and skills and provide both academic rigor and supportive, personalized instruction.
- Advanced Certificate in Autism and Severe or Multiple Disabilities
- Advanced Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Advanced Certificate in Couples Therapy
- Advanced Certificate in Educational Theatre
- Advanced Certificate in Healthcare Informatics
- Non-Credit Certificate in English to Spanish Translation Studies
- Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management
- Bilingual Education for Certified Teachers, Advanced Certificate
- Clinically-rich Intensive Teacher Institute, Bilingual Education (CR-ITI-BE), Advanced Certificate
- Clinically-rich Intensive Teacher Institute, English Speakers of Other Languages (CR-ITI-ESOL), Advanced Certificate
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Advanced Certificate
Adelphi at a Glance
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11:1 Student-faculty ratio
Why Adelphi University?
Life is full of hard decisions, but choosing a school shouldn’t be one of them. At Adelphi University, we’re dedicated to providing quality education with the convenience of online study.
We offer programs at all levels of higher education so we can meet you where you are and help you achieve your career goals. Our faculty-to-student ratio of 11:1 ensures that you’ll get the attention you need to succeed and that you’ll be able to build meaningful relationships with your instructors and peers.
Top Recognition for Adelphi University
Adelphi has been transforming lives with our unique approach to learning for more than 125 years. By welcoming students from around the globe, we’ve expanded our academic offerings and geographic reach, celebrating significant milestones and successful outcomes.
Adelphi University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and our degree programs have received considerable recognition from numerous national publications and organizations such as U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Colleges of Distinction, Military Friendly and more:
Online Study at Adelphi University
Adelphi makes online learning practical. Our online students have access to the same resources as on-campus students and can connect directly with professors throughout their course of study. We believe online education should deliver the full package, and we’re proud to give students an experience that will help them achieve their goals.
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Online students at Adelphi have access to our many avenues of student support. The Learning Center staff provides tutoring in vital academic skills such as note-taking, test-taking, critical reading and more. The advisors in our Writing Center are ready to give expert guidance and feedback on your assignments.
Other members of our team:
- Admissions counselors
- Tuition planners
- Tech support specialists
- Student advisors
Frequently Asked Questions
Our mission is to transform the lives of all students by creating a distinctive environment of intellectual rigor, research, creativity and deep community engagement across four core areas of focus: arts and humanities, STEM and social sciences, the professions and health and wellness.
We are guided by six core values that exemplify the type of community we seek to create:
- Academic Excellence
- Creativity and Innovation
- Community and Collaboration
- Global Awareness and Diversity
- Respect for the Individual
- Truth and Integrity
Yes, Adelphi accepts transfer credits, which can help reduce your total tuition as well as the time you will have to spend earning your degree. Transfer credit requirements vary by program, however, our online Bachelor’s programs could receive up to 90 transfer credit hours, and Graduate programs up to six (6) transfer credit hours. Get in touch with us to learn more or view our online programs page.
You can start the FAFSA® form. Adelphi University’s FAFSA® code is 002666.
Tuition for Veterans & Active Military (including eligible spouses and dependent children) is offered at a discounted rate of just $250 per credit hour for undergraduate programs.
Additionally, an application fee waiver is available to all military personnel and veterans.
Active, reserve and veteran military students and their families using Post-9/11 G.I. Bill benefits or any other veteran affairs program benefits can get information by calling (516) 877-3411, or visit our veterans and military resources page.