Earn a degree you'll be proud to call your own

Established in 1899, South University has delivered quality education and personal attention to students for more than 100 years. South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

As an online student at South University, you can expect the same quality educational experience that you'll find at our campus locations, an important benefit as you look to advance your professional goals.

The freedom to customize your course load

South University allows you to customize your course load, giving you the option to take one or two classes per session. This gives you more flexibility and control to finish your degree at your own pace.

Individual attention

At South University, we measure our success by the individual student. All online students at South University are assigned to a team of attentive support professionals to help guide them from the application and enrollment process to graduation. The accessibility of our online faculty and staff is instrumental to our students' academic success.

Course material geared toward your career goals

As a student at South University, more than 60% of your courses will be in subject areas specifically related to your degree program. At South University, you will gain the knowledge and experience you need in your program's core content areas, better preparing you for the job market upon graduation.

Earn your degree in less than 3 years

With our accelerated 5.5-week classes, South University helps you earn your bachelor's degree faster without sacrificing academic quality. You can complete your degree online with South University in as little as 2 years and 10 months. Degree completion time may be shorter if you have previous transferable college credit.

Qualified instructors provide lots of interaction in the classroom

South University has married its experience as a provider of quality higher education with the online learning strategies developed by the Socrates Distance Learning Technologies Group® (Socrates). Every online instructor at South University must successfully complete approximately 100 hours of training through Socrates. This training equips each instructor with the skills and knowledge to support adult learner success in our online classrooms.

Small classes mean you receive individual attention

At South University, you will become part of a rich learning community designed to enhance your educational experience. With each online course designed for approximately 15 students, South University maximizes the opportunity for interaction with your instructors and classmates. Outside the classroom, you will have access to a diverse set of resources that include individualized tutoring, an extensive online library, interactive student forums, student organizations and clubs, career services, and an exclusive network of professional and industry contacts.

Customized learning environment with lots of interaction

South University provides an online learning environment that is customized to your online learning style. Online lectures, interactive media presentations, along with audio and visual materials are available to enhance your learning. Plus, there is a lot of two-way communication with professors and other students through online discussion areas. These multiple interactive methods provide an exciting way to learn.

Challenging curriculum

Online programs at South University are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to enter their desired career or advance their professional goals. At South University, we regularly evaluate program curriculum to match industry trends. We pride ourselves on offering programs that challenge students while providing them with the industry relevant skills needed to succeed in their chosen fields. Online programs at South University provide students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience in their chosen field before completing their degree.

Learn with other people like you

Students enrolled in South University online programs are adult students like you.They are motivated, career-oriented adult learners. You will find that South University's online classrooms will help to enrich your educational experience and provide support to help you achieve your academic goals.