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Western Illinois University’s (WIU) online undergraduate and graduate programs offer flexible and affordable options to working adults, students with significant responsibilities in their home and community, and anyone looking for a more accessible education. WIU provides holistic support to all students—online or on campus—and empowers you to conquer every obstacle that stands in your path. Explore Online Programs Apply Now Academic Excellence You Can Count On A Western education is distinguished: we have been recognized as a Top Public School, Best Value School, Best Midwestern College, and more . Join a community of ambitious learners and work toward accredited online degrees at WIU. Flexible Format Fits Your Schedule Seamlessly blend your learning and your out-of-class commitments in 100% online courses. Interact with your professors and connect with your peers from anywhere with an internet connection! Personalized Faculty Mentorship Thrive under the guidance of dedicated faculty who provide one-on-one advising on your career goals, coursework, future education opportunities, and more. As part of our commitment to excellence in all programs, full-time faculty teach 94% of WIU online classes. Find the Right Online Program for You No matter where you’re starting from—high school, some college, employment, or anywhere else—WIU offers online programs that can fuel your goals. Our online college courses are available anywhere in the world. Study at the undergraduate or graduate level to earn a degree, short-term certificate, or credentials in individual courses. Online Bachelor's Degree Programs Program Accountancy (Bachelor of Business) with options in 1) Management Accounting, & 2) Taxation Anthropology (Bachelor of Arts) Applied Economics (Bachelor of Arts) Business Administration Options available in: 1) Business Analytics, 2) Economics, 3) Finance, 4) Human Resource Management, 5) Management, 6) Marketing, & 7) Supply Chain Management Communication (Bachelor of Arts) Emergency Management (Bachelor of Science) Fire Protection Services (Bachelor of Science) Fire Administration option General Studies (Bachelor of Arts) Geographic Information Science (Bachelor of Science) with options in 1) Geoenvironment and Planning & 2) Geospatial Science History (Bachelor of Arts) History option Information Systems (Bachelor of Science) with emphases in 1) Information Systems, and 2) Business Intelligence Law Enforcement & Justice Administration (Bachelor of Science) Political Science (Bachelor of Arts) Government and Politics Sociology (Bachelor of Arts) Sociology - General emphasis Online Graduate Degree Programs Program Business Administration (Master of Business Administration) Curriculum and Instruction (Master of Science in Education) Educational Studies (Master of Science in Education) with options in 1) Professional Education & 2) Language, Culture and Education Mathematics (Master of Science) Music (Master of Music) Music Education emphasis Public Safety Administration (Master of Arts) (formerly known as Law Enforcement and Justice Administration) Reading (Master of Science in Education) Sociology (Master of Arts) Special Education (Master of Science in Education) Teaching Mathematics (Master of Science) Online Graduate Certificates Program Business Analytics Community Engagement and Public Safety Leadership Emergency Management Health Services Administration Police Executive Administration Supply Chain Management Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Online Courses Department Accounting, Finance, Economics and Decision Sciences: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Agriculture: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Art and Design: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Biological Sciences: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Broadcasting and Journalism: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Chemistry: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Communication: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Computer Sciences: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Counselor Education and College Student Personnel: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Earth, Atmospheric, and Geographic Information Sciences: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Education: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Engineering and Technology: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 English: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Foreign Languages and Literatures: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 General Honors: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Health Sciences and Social Work: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 History: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Kinesiology: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Law Enforcement and Justice Administration: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Management and Marketing: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Mathematics and Philosophy: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Military Science: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Music: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Nursing: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Physics: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Political Science: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Psychology: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Race, Religion, Gender, and Multidisciplinary Studies: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Sociology and Anthropology: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Speech Pathology and Audiology: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Theatre and Dance: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 University Courses: Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Bachelor of Arts in General Studies Lay the groundwork for a wide range of professional opportunities through Western’s special degree completion program. The Bachelor of Arts in General Studies is ideal for adult learners who have previously earned college credits and intend to complete a bachelor’s degree. Choose an online or hybrid format to prepare for business, industry, government, and human services careers. Learn More about BGS “My overall experience at WIU has been great. The faculty here has also been so helpful because they want their students to succeed.” Lauren Hall, Accounting Admissions and How to Apply Our transfer-friendly admissions process is easy to navigate online, and the welcoming WIU admission staff are here to help with any questions that arise with your application, admission materials, admission decision, or anything else about our online college courses. Explore Admissions Affordable Tuition with Financial Aid At Western, we deeply value your time, energy, and investment in your education. We match that energy with affordable online college degrees, tuition transparency, and financial aid for online students. As a result, we’ve been named #2 among the best value online colleges and universities, meaning we equip you with a high-value education at a low cost. Tuition and Cost Financial Aid Scholarships Support and Resources for Online Students Receive direct, dedicated support in your academics, well-being, career planning, and more. Western offers dozens of virtual resources and digital hangout spaces, along with the same counseling, tutoring, and academic advising services available to on-campus students. Support for Online Learners Ready to Launch Your Future through WIU Online? WIU’s online degree programs open doors to a purpose-driven education built on all-around support for your learning, career building, and thriving. Get in touch with our admissions team to discover more about your potential at Western. Apply Now Request Info Online FAQs Can I work full-time and study online? Yes. You can enroll in WIU online classes part-time while maintaining your full-time employment. Do I need to come to campus? Online degree programs are 100% virtual with no requirements to go to campus. However, you can also choose a flexible hybrid format if you want to blend online and on-campus learning. Talk to an admissions counselor to find out more. I took some college classes previously. Can I transfer those credits? Yes, you can transfer up to 90 credits from prior institutions. Can I apply to WIU Online any time? For most undergraduate programs, yes! WIU online bachelor’s degree programs admit students on a rolling basis. Graduate programs may have specific application deadlines. Check the requirements for your program. Will my diploma say “online”? Diplomas for degree programs look the same whether you study on campus or online—because the quality of programming is the same in every format! WIU degrees are well-respected by employers and increase upward mobility throughout your career. 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