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UNCW has climbed in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs” rankings, demonstrating its commitment to academic accessibility and student success.
The university is ranked #12 in the nation for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs, up from #16 in 2024. The online MBA program is ranked #172, online MBA for Veterans #102, and online master’s in education #199. The online Graduate Nursing Program is newly ranked #65 nationally.
“Our students come from a multitude of backgrounds, paving unique paths for their academic journeys,” said Chancellor Aswani K. Volety. “These rankings recognize the university’s efforts to provide an exceptional education for all students, prioritizing flexibility and providing valuable resources.”
UNCW’s online MBA program allows students to develop analytical and quantitative skills needed for effective business decision making and organizational management.
The MSN Nurse Educator program is designed to prepare experienced nurses to become qualified nurse educators by learning social, psychological, cultural and ethical trends that shape healthcare systems.
The online MBA and Nurse Educator programs can both be completed in as few as 12 months.
The Watson College of Education’s online master’s in education offers multiple specialization options for teachers and administrators. Each program allows educators to improve and expand their knowledge in each field through flexible formats designed with working professionals in mind.
UNCW online programs are designed to reach students wherever they are and whatever their life circumstances, receiving the same accreditation as campus programs and taught by the same talented and dedicated faculty. With more than 60 online programs offered, there is an opportunity for flexible continued education for a variety of fields.
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