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In the Military?
In an effort to accommodate students who are active military, Kaplan University will consider military experience and prior relevant coursework for college credit. Military students pursuing an undergraduate degree could be able to earn as much as 75% of their credits through prior experience and courses.
Additionally, Kaplan University provides a flexible deployment policy for students who need it. Undergraduate tuition has been reduced up to 55 percent per quarter credit hour for active-duty service members and reservists. Veteran undergraduate tuition can be reduced up to 38 percent per quarter credit hour. Reduced tuition for graduate-level programs are also available, as is tuition reduction for military spouses. Kaplan University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and is a member of the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges Consortium (SOC).
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About Kaplan University
Kaplan University is a private university with undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education programs delivered through an online learning environment. Kaplan University offers more than 170 degree and certificate programs in arts and sciences, business and management, criminal justice, education, information technology, health sciences, nursing, and legal studies. These programs offer students the flexibility to study on their terms, in order to take advantage of an interactive learning environment. Additionally, Kaplan University features advanced-start bachelor's degree programs for students with associate's degrees that can be completed in as little as 2 years (See University Catalog for Transfer of Credit policy).
You Could Qualify for Scholarships
Kaplan University offers Prior-Learning Scholarships to qualifying first-time enrollees who have already earned some college credit. For most undergraduate degree programs, students could save between $500 and $750 each term, and up to a maximum savings of $12,750.
Kaplan University also has other scholarships and graduates for students who are enrolling for the first time that could result in a savings of $12,750. These scholarships and grants can amount to $250 to $750 per term.
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Accreditation Information
Kaplan University is regionally accredited, see the University's website for details.
Find Your Program:
Arts and Sciences
Kaplan University's associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs are designed to help prepare students to pursue a variety careers, including marketing, advertising, or public relations.* Other possibilities include careers in social services, human resources, public administration, psychology, or childhood education.
- Master of Public Administration - Criminal Justice
- MPA in Fire and Emergency Services
- Master of Public Administration - General MPA
- Master of Public Administration - Governmental Management
- Master of Public Administration - Health Care Management
- MS in Psychology
- MS in Psychology - Addictions
- MS in Psychology - Applied Behavioral Analysis
- MS in Psychology - General Psychology
- Master of Public Administration
- BS in Communication
- BS in Early Childhood Development
- BS in Human Services
- BS in Liberal Studies
- BS in Psychology
- BS in Human Services - Child and Family Welfare
- BS in Human Services - Gerontology
- BS in Human Services - Human Services Admin.
- BS in Psychology - Applied Behavioral Analysis
- BS in Psychology - Child Development
- BS in Psychology - Substance Abuse
- AAS in Human Services
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Business and Management
Aspiring business executives at Kaplan University can study risk management, project management, and human resources. Other fields of business offering master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, or associate's degrees include marketing, management of information systems, accounting, and global finance.
- MBA - Entrepreneurship
- MBA - Finance
- MBA - Health Care Management
- MBA - Human Resources
- MBA in Information Technology
- MBA - Marketing
- MBA - Project Management
- MS in Accounting
- MS in Accounting - Audit
- MS in Accounting - Finance
- MS in Accounting - Government
- MS in Accounting- Tax
- MS in Finance
- MS in Finance - Financial Analysis
- MS in Finance - Financial Planning
- MS in Management - Human Resources
- MS in Management - Information Technology
- MS in Management - Leadership
- MS in Management - Organizational Design and Development
- MS in Management - Project Management
- MBA
- MS in Management
- BS in Accounting
- BS in Business Administration
- BSA - Auditing and Forensic Accountancy
- BS in Accounting - Managerial Accountancy
- BS in Accounting - Public and General Accountancy
- BS in Accounting - Tax Accountancy
- BS in Business Administration - Business Process Management
- BS in Business Administration - Financial Analysis
- BS in Business Administration - Human Resources
- BS in Business Administration - Information Assurance
- BS in Business Administration - Information Systems Management
- BS in Business Administration - Management
- BS in Business Administration - Marketing
- BS in Business Administration - Purchasing
- BS in Business Administration - Project Management
- BS in Business Administration - Risk Management
- BS in Business Administration - Sales Management
- AAS in Accounting
- AAS in Business Administration
- AAS in Business Administration - Banking Service
- AAS in Business Administration - Business
- AAS in Business Administration - Customer Service
- AAS in Business Administration - Health Club Operations
- AAS in Business Administration - Food & Hotel Management
- AAS in Business Administration - Information Processing
- AAS in Business Administration - Event Planning
- AAS in Business Admin-Office Management
- AAS in Business Administration - Retail Management
- AAS in Business Administration - Sales
- AAS in Business Administration - Small Business Management
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Criminal Justice
Criminal justice students at Kaplan University study to develop the foundational skills needed to prepare for security careers and law enforcement academies, such as crime scene investigation and forensic psychology.* Other academic areas, offered in certificates, associate's, bachelor's, or master's degrees include law enforcement, administration, international crime, and comparative crime.
- MS in Criminal Justice
- MS in Homeland Security and Emergency Management
- MS in Criminal Justice - Corrections
- MSCJ - Global Issues in Criminal Justice
- MS in Criminal Justice - Law
- MSCJ - Leadership and Executive Management
- BS in Criminal Justice
- BS in Criminal Justice - Corrections
- BS in Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation
- BS in Criminal Justice - Forensic Psychology
- BS in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security
- BS in Criminal Justice - Juvenile Justice
- BS in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
- AAS in Criminal Justice
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Environmental Policy
For those who are interested in a career in public service or environmental protection, Kaplan University offers bachelor and master's degree programs in political science, public policy, public administration and environmental policy. Master's degree specializations like criminal justice and governmental management allow students to focus on the areas of study that interest them most.
- MS in Environmental Policy
- BS in Environmental Policy and Management
*While many of Kaplan University's degree programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued graduate- or doctorate-level education, the University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate or doctoral programs.
Fire Science and Emergency Management
At Kaplan University, students interested in fire and emergency services study to gain the skills they need to earn their associates or bachelor's degree. Curriculum follows the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) national model, including topics in interagency coordination, fire prevention, fire-incident command, life-safety education, and arson investigation.
- BS in Fire Science
- BS in Fire and Emergency Management
- AAS in Fire Science
Health Sciences
A health sciences degree from Kaplan University could help prepare students for positions such as nutrition and wellness coach or health care administrator.* Some of the associate's, bachelor's, or master's programs include hands-on training for supporting patients and colleagues.
- MS in Management - Health Care Management
- Master of Healthcare Administration
- Master of Public Health
- MS in Health Education
- BS in Healthcare Administration
- BS in Health Science
- BS in Health and Wellness
- BS in Nutrition Science
- AAS in Health Information Technology
- AAS in Medical Assisting
- AAS in Medical Office Management
- AAS in Medical Transcription
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Higher Education and Adult Learning
A variety of career opportunities are available at postsecondary institutions, including positions in admissions and advising, academic affairs, administration, and student services. A master's degree from Kaplan University offers courses related to multiculturalism and diversity, finance, and research methods. This degree program is designed to help prepare graduates to pursue positions such as academic advisor, dean, department chair, and admission's director.*
- MS in Educational Psychology
- MS in Higher Ed - College Administration and Leadership
- MS in Higher Ed - College Teaching and Learning
- MS in Higher Education - Educational Assessment and Evaluation
- MS in Higher Education - Online College Teaching
- MS in Higher Education - Student Affairs
- MSE in Instructional Technology - Adult Learning & Higher Ed
- MS in Education - Instructional Technology: Adult Learning and Organizations
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Information Systems and Technology
Master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees from Kaplan University could help students become IT specialists,* with courses ranging from wireless networking to Web development and information technology.
- Master of Science in Information Technology
- MS in IT - Business Intelligence
- MS in IT - Entrepreneurship
- MS in IT - Information Security and Assurance
- MS in IT - Project Management
- BS in Information Technology - Applied Technology Track
- BS in Information Technology - Information Systems Management
- BSIT - Network Administration
- BS in IT - Project Management
- BS in Information Technology - Web Development
- BS in Information Technology - Information Systems Track
- BSIT - Application Development
- BS in Information Technology - Database Management
- BSIT - Information Security and Forensics
- BSIT - Mobile Computing
- AAS in Information Technology
- AASIT - Application Development
- AAS in Information Technology - Help Desk Administration
- AASIT - Network Administration
- AASIT - Web Development
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Legal or Paralegal Studies
Kaplan University's legal studies degree programs are designed to help students pursue a career in the legal field or within a government organization.* Associate's, bachelor's, or master's degrees could also help prepare students for the rigors of law school to become lawyers themselves.**
- Master of Science in Legal Studies
- MS in Legal Studies - Education and the Legal System
- MS in Legal Studies - Health Care Delivery
- MS in Legal Studies - Legal System and the Media
- MS in Legal Studies - State and Local Government
- BS in Legal Studies
- BS in Paralegal Studies
- AAS in Paralegal Studies
- Pathway to Paralegal Postbaccalaureate Certificate
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all. Graduates are not authorized to practice law and will not be eligible to sit for any state's bar examination. **While many of Kaplan University's degree programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued graduate- or doctorate-level education, the University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate or doctoral programs.
Nursing
Registered nurses holding state licensure could continue their education with Kaplan University's bachelor's or master's degree programs that stress communication and critical thinking as well as patient care skills. A master's degree in nursing could prepare students to teach nursing or to assume a leadership position in a long-term care facility or a hospital.*
- MS in Nursing
- MS in Nursing - Nurse Administrator
- MS in Nursing - Nurse Educator
- MS in Nursing - Nurse Informatics
- MS in Nursing - Adult Nurse Practitioner
- MS in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
- RN to Master of Science in Nursing
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing - RN to BSN
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.
Teacher Education
A master's degree from Kaplan University is designed to prepare graduates to pursue careers in education, providing the skills to integrate research-based practices into the classroom and enhance overall teaching effectiveness.* Kaplan University offers programs for practicing teachers who want to advance in their career as well as for those who are new to the field of education.
- MA in Teaching (for Aspiring Teachers Grades 5-12)
- MS in Education (for Practicing Teachers Grades K-12)
- MS in Education - Instructional Technology (K-12)
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.
Admission Requirements:
- Must be a high school graduate or have completed GED
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