Morehead State University has been named among the “Best Online Colleges” in Kentucky.
AffordableCollegesOnline.org (AC Online), a leading resource for online learning and ollege affordability information, has released its ranking for the 2015-16 “Best Online Colleges” for Kentucky.
MSU was ranked third in Kentucky.
According to a recent study by the Babson Survey Research Group, the online student population in the country is now more than 7 million. Not to mention, 20 percent of all Kentucky students are enrolled exclusively in distance education courses.
“We wanted to highlight the schools in each state that are driving innovative learning and meeting demands of students,” said Dan Schuessler, CEO and Founder of AC Online. “These schools are not only offering great programs, but they have expanded their program excellence to the much-desired online environment.”
Ranked schools meet a number of criteria and metrics, including;
- Must offer a bachelor’s degree or higher
- Must be a public or private, not-for-profit institution
- Must offer at least one fully-online bachelor’s degree program
Affordable Colleges Online has distinguished its ranking scale by the use of Peer-Based Value, or PBV. The PBV score compares the cost of each program to the cost of similar programs with the same qualitative score.
AffordableCollegesOnline.org began in 2011 to provide quality data and information about pursuing an affordable higher education. A free community resource materials and tools span topics such as financial aid and college savings, opportunities for veterans and people with disabilities, and online learning resources.
It features higher education institutions that have developed online learning environments that include highly trained faculty, new technology and resources, and online support services to help students achieve educational and career success. It has been featured by nearly 700 postsecondary institutions and nearly 100 government organizations.
