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Thomas Edison State University | College for Adult Learners
Thomas Edison State University | College for Adult Learners
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Welcome to Thomas Edison State University — an institution widely known for our unwavering commitment to providing accessible, flexible programs for adult learners.
At TESU we offer more than 100 Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral and certificate programs in various in-demand fields. Specifically for adult learners, our flexible, online course offerings help you earn the credentials needed to secure your future.
We pride ourselves on making a high-quality education affordable and accessible for busy adult learners. With a variety of ways to reduce the overall cost of your degree, we make it easy to invest in yourself and put you on the path toward achieving your goals.
Ready to increase your marketability, further your career and achieve your goals? Learn more about our admissions requirements and apply today. Our Admissions and Enrollment Counselors are here to support you every step of the way.
Degrees & Programs
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Apply to TESU
Welcome to Thomas Edison State University (TESU) — an institution widely known for its commitment to providing accessible, flexible, online programs for adult learners across the globe. With more than 50 years of experience building careers, advancing professions and empowering lives, we help thousands of adults each year reach their goals and advance their careers. By offering more than 100 career-focused areas of study, TESU can help you earn your degree on your schedule – anytime, anywhere.
TESU provides the flexibility to earn your degree online and on your terms.
TESU is here to help you advance, lead and succeed.
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TESU by the Numbers
Numbers tell our story, but you write your own. Get a glimpse of the TESU experience and start planning your journey toward a college degree.
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Years Serving Adult Learners
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Discover all the ways you can benefit from our generous transfer credit policies and how you can earn college credits outside of the classroom. At TESU, your experiences from hands-on work experience, military training, licensure or prior coursework will be evaluated to help put you on a shorter path toward earning your college degree.
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Your time is valuable, and flexibility is key. With our 100% online degree programs, multiple start dates and innovative methods for earning credit, you can complete your degree in a way that works for your schedule and budget. Discover how TESU helps you increase your marketability, further your career and achieve your goals faster and for less.
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TESU Appoints Dr. Robert Heinrich as Dean of the Heavin School of Social Sciences, Humanities, and Education
April 15, 2026
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March 26, 2026
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