Southwest Minnesota State University Online

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Earn Your Degree Online, On Your Schedule

Imagine how a college degree could shape your future. With Southwest Minnesota State University, you can advance your career, increase your earning potential, and achieve your long-term goals online and on your schedule.

SMSU offers a selection of degree programs that deliver the same rigorous curriculum and academic resources provided to students on campus. Full- and part-time options are available, along with affordable tuition and accelerated courses.

Take your next step online with SMSU.

  • SMSU and its programs are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
  • Affordable, in-state tuition rates are available for all SMSU students
  • College graduates may earn up to $22,000 more annually than those who do not complete a degree1
  • The unemployment rate of those who do not complete a degree is nearly double the rate of college graduates2

100% Online, Future-Focused Degrees

Choose your degree program and discover an academic experience designed to help you flourish personally and professionally.

Take the first step toward lifelong career success with a bachelor’s degree from SMSU. Our undergraduate programs are rooted in the liberal arts to ensure you graduate as a well-rounded professional with the skills to make an impact.

Behavioral and Social Sciences

Study human behavior and community dynamics through a selection of online undergraduate degrees in social science. Choose from programs in psychology, sociology, or social work.

  • Bachelor of Arts in Community Psychology and Health Promotion
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
  • Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
  • Bachelor of Science in Social Work

Business

Build expertise for today’s complex global marketplace with an online business degree. SMSU offers a selection of undergraduate options to help you reach your professional potential.

  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting
  • Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management: Agricultural Finance
  • Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management: Hotel & Event Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Management: Entrepreneurship
  • Bachelor of Science in Management: General Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Management: Healthcare Administration
  • Bachelor of Science in Management: Human Resource Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Management: Supply Chain Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Marketing: Digital Marketing
  • Bachelor of Science in Marketing: General Marketing
  • Bachelor of Science in Marketing: Sales

Communications

Learn to communicate effectively in any context by honing your reading and writing skills. Earning a bachelor’s degree in English or professional writing will ensure you graduate with versatile expertise for a range of careers.

  • Bachelor of Arts in English: Creative Writing
  • Bachelor of Arts in English: Literature
  • Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing and Communication

Education

Shape future generations with an online undergraduate degree in education. SMSU offers diverse program options in this rewarding field to help you achieve your goals as an educator.

  • Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
  • Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Special Education
  • Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies: Early Childhood
  • Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies: Elementary Education
  • Bachelor of Science in Elementary Teacher Education
  • Bachelor of Science in Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist
  • Bachelor of Science in Teaching English as a Second Language

Liberal Arts

Build foundational expertise with an online bachelor’s degree in the liberal arts. Choose from a selection of disciplines and gain interdisciplinary skills that can be applied in a variety of industries.

  • Bachelor of Arts in History
  • Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Nursing

Prepare for leadership opportunities in the fast-paced nursing field with an online BSN. The advanced skills you gain will prepare you for success as a nursing professional.

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Become a leader in your chosen career path and build an advanced skill set with our online graduate programs. These degree options are ideal for those ready to step into management-level roles with confidence.

Business

Climb the corporate ladder as a skilled expert with field-specific knowledge that adds value to any organization. Our online MBA features a range of specialization options so you can customize your program for the job you want.

  • Master of Business Administration: Entrepreneurship
  • Master of Business Administration: General Management
  • Master of Business Administration: Healthcare Administration
  • Master of Business Administration: Hospitality Management
  • Master of Business Administration: Human Resource Management
  • Master of Business Administration: International Business and Leadership
  • Master of Business Administration: Marketing
  • Master of Business Administration: Organizational Leadership

Cybersecurity

Ready yourself to address complex cybersecurity challenges and lead cybersecurity initiatives with a graduate degree in cybersecurity. You’ll prepare to integrate security into business systems and write high-quality software through our online coursework.

  • Master of Science in Cybersecurity

Education

Prepare to lead in the classroom and beyond with our graduate education programs. These degree options focus on the latest educational research and proven classroom approaches so you can help every learner thrive.

  • Master of Science in Education: English
  • Master of Science in Education: Mathematics
  • Master of Science in Education: K-12 Reading
  • Master of Science in Education: Sports Leadership
  • Master of Science in Education: Teaching English as a Second Language
  • Master of Science in Education: Teaching, Learning, and Leadership
  • Master of Science in Education: Technology for Training and Learning
  • Master of Science in Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist
  • Master of Science in Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Master of Science in Special Education: Developmental Disabilities
  • Master of Science in Special Education: Early Childhood Special Education
  • Master of Science in Special Education: Emotional Behavioral Disorders
  • Master of Science in Special Education: Learning Disabilities

Nursing

Educate the next generation of nursing professionals with our online MSN. This specialized graduate nursing program is future-focused to ensure you can seamlessly transition from clinical practice to working as a nurse educator.

  • Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Educator

Professional Skills for the Future of Your Industry

SMSU’s online curriculum is designed for the effective leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future. Through an online classroom, you’ll receive personal support from distinguished educators as you gain the expertise and professionalism required for success in your chosen field.

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Learn Online with SMSU

Completing your education while maintaining your personal commitments can be challenging. With SMSU, however, you can earn your degree online and on your schedule through an interactive, virtual platform. You’ll receive the same rigorous education offered on campus, but at the time of your choice and from anywhere internet is available.

Invest in Yourself

Your college education is an investment in your future. According to research published by Money.com, college graduates may earn up to $22,000 more annually than those with just a high school diploma.1 Complete your degree online with SMSU and establish yourself as a top-earning professional.

Median Weekly Paychecks by Education2

  1. High school diploma: $853
  2. Associate degree: $1,005
  3. Bachelor’s degree: $1,432
  4. Master’s degree: $1,661
  5. Doctoral degree: $2,083

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Sources

  1. Money.com. “The Wage Gap Between College and High School Grads Just Hit a Record High.” Retrieved August 24, 2023, from https://money.com/.
  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Outlook. “Education Pays, 2022.” Retrieved August 24, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/.