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High-value education at an affordable cost
At Augusta University Online, we specialize in helping you turn your passion for your profession into in-depth expertise through high-quality academic programs that you can complete anywhere. All our online graduate programs combine the resources and rigor of a major public university with the intimate, community feel of a small private school. We’re also proud to give students the opportunity to earn a high-value education at an affordable cost with costs per credit as low as $236.
You’ll gain unfettered access to dedicated and responsive faculty throughout your studies, so you can form meaningful relationships with your professors as you develop skills you can quickly apply after graduation. Throughout your coursework, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in research projects that allow you to develop tested and actionable expertise, ensuring that you get noticed by potential employers, your peers and anyone looking for a leader.
When you arrive at Augusta University Online, we notice you — your skills, your goals, your passion. And we give you the tools to nurture that passion into a successful career.
“The most advantageous aspect of this program [...] is the flexibility of completing program course work online. Given that I have a lot of other things in my life that require time and attention, such as my employment, the online program allows me to be flexible with my schedule.”
As one of only four public research universities in Georgia, Augusta University Online provides students with a rigorous, practical and research-focused academic experience. No matter what you study, you’ll have the opportunity to research the industry-related topics that interest you most throughout your degree program.
We’ve established a reputation as one of the best schools for military veterans in the country, making the Military Times 2022 list of the best colleges for veterans.
Augusta University Online brings the tight-knit community experience found on campus to students across the country. Small class sizes, engaged professors, strong relationships with a multitude of professional organizations and valuable input from subject matter experts across industries allow our graduate degrees to provide students with individualized attention and practical, real-world skills. One of the country’s top universities for improving economic outcomes for low- and moderate-income graduates, Augusta University Online gives students a truly transformative degree experience that allows them to make a profound impact on their lives.
Our caring faculty takes the time to understand your personal and professional goals, helping you create a road map to making an impact. The small class sizes give our faculty an opportunity to truly connect with you and give you any extra support you need.
You’ll have direct access to your faculty thanks to small class sizes and an emphasis on attentive, individualized instruction.
You’ll experience the tight-knit community feel of a small private school with the research capabilities, funding and world-class faculty of a large public institution.
| Program | Credit Hours | Cost per Credit | Fees | Total Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Education in Instruction | 30 | $230 | $55 | $6,955 |
| Master of Science in Information Security Management | 30 | $230 | $55 | $6,955 |
| Master of Public Health | 45 | $430 | $155 | $19,505 |
| Certificate in Public Health | 15 | $430 | $155 | $6,605 |
Augusta University Online is committed to making our degrees as accessible as possible. That starts by offering more programs online, but it continues with affordable tuition for all students.
Cybersecurity threats emerge by the hour, and the U.S. Intelligence Community depends on cyber defense professionals trained with the advanced skills to combat these challenges. The MAISS degree from Augusta University Online prepares you to lead and strategize in cyber defense so you can start or elevate your career with organizations such as the DOD, NSA, U.S. Cyber Command or private intelligence firms. Plus you’ll learn from national security experts with real-world experience.
Take a look at some learning outcomes you can expect from the MAISS program:
- Understanding the causes and effects of interstate and intrastate conflict
- Developing effective intelligence strategies and security strategies to combat terrorism
- Gaining insights into the capabilities and roles of various U.S. intelligence agencies
- Addressing national, regional and global security challenges, with a focus on cyber defense
- Utilizing open-source intelligence for the analysis of social media platforms
The MPA degree from AU Online prepares you to become a socially conscious leader who fosters equity and resilience in your community. Ideal for those aiming to progress in government or nonprofit sectors, the MPA program is tailored to your personal goals and offers one-on-one mentorship from faculty with real-world experience. Plus, AU is ranked as a top 5 public affairs school in the state of Georgia by U.S. News & World Report.
Take a look at some core values and topics you’ll encounter throughout the MPA curriculum:
- Fostering accountability, honesty, fairness and ethical behavior — both personally and professionally
- Encouraging active engagement in public service that reflects the highest standards of citizenship within communities, nations and across the globe
- Upholding the principles of democracy, including adherence to the Constitution and the rule of law in public service
- Cultivating career-focused competencies centered on efficiency, objectivity and impartiality
- Highlighting the importance of authority and responsibility in public administration, balanced by respect for human dignity, fairness and social equity
Cybersecurity threats across industries are more potent and immediate than ever before — and they’re not going away anytime soon. That’s why the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 35 percent growth in jobs between 2021 and 2031.
Augusta University Online’s Master of Science in Information Security Management (MSISM) program gives you the cutting-edge skills and research-backed strategies to combat and prevent cyberattacks. Our courses focus on the core domains of information security as outlined by the CISSP certification, while going more in depth on key topics. Plus, Augusta University Online is designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
During your time in the program you’ll cover topics such as:
- Human factors in information security
- Security policy deployment
- Risk management
- Legal issues in information security
When public health policies, practices and systems are strong, every individual in society benefits. Augusta University Online’s MPH program allows you to find your place in the fight to improve health outcomes in the communities you care about. Our knowledgeable, experienced faculty will empower you to become an ethical, confident leader who can help reshape the future of public health for all.
Through a mixture of asynchronous coursework and hands-on fieldwork, the online MPH will teach you:
- How to promote public health in a rapidly changing health landscape
- The core competencies of public health and how they relate to your community
- Key research strategies to help you uncover transformative solutions
- The importance of community- and patient-centric strategies in fighting public health problems
You can also tailor your degree to your career goals by choosing one of our concentrations:
- Health Informatics
- Health Management
- Social and Behavioral Sciences
Our online MEd in Instruction can help prepare you to meet the needs of modern classrooms, allowing you to better connect with your students and help them learn. Aligned with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, this MEd focuses on:
- Empowering you to be more confident as an educator
- Instilling you with student-focused classroom strategies
- Integrating research, theory and practice to develop advanced teaching strategies
- Improving classroom management, instructional technology implementation and self-assessment practices
In addition to the core curriculum, you can choose one of 21 concentrations depending on your career goals:
- General education
- Special education
- Elementary education
- Middle grades education
- P-12 art education, health and physical education, drama or music education
- Secondary education in biology, chemistry, earth science, economics, English, French, German, history, mathematics, physics, political science, science education or Spanish
Public health influences almost every sector, from government and health care to business and education. Our online Certificate in Public Health gives individuals across industries the foundational knowledge to speak the language of public health, preparing them to bridge knowledge gaps within our society to allow for more thoughtful policymaking and safer infrastructure.
Through instruction from field-tested faculty, you’ll learn the core tenets of public health and how to apply them to your day-to-day work. Plus, you’ll benefit from practical classroom experiences that can be applied to your day-to-day work, making you a more well-rounded professional that’s capable of understanding and communicating complex public health information.
Our online Certificate in Public Health comprises five core courses from our MPH program, covering key areas such as:
- Health management and policy
- Fundamentals of health promotion
- Environmental health
- Biostatistics
- Epidemiology
Grounded in the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED) model, our online EdD in Educational Innovation is a rigorous, cohort-based program designed for working professionals who are ready to lead transformation in education. As a student in the program, you’ll choose from two tracks — Curriculum and Instruction or Educational Leadership — then progress with your peers in a lockstep curriculum focused on real-world problem solving, policy analysis and research-based innovation.
Unlike traditional PhD programs, this EdD is designed for professionals who want to remain in practice, equipping you with practitioner-based leadership skills to advance in education, educational policy, nonprofits and community-based organizations.
Take a look at some courses in the curriculum:
- Introduction to Scholarly Practitioner Learning Communities
- Advanced Educational Research Design
- Curriculum Theory
- Educational Technology to Transform Practice
- Leadership and Interpersonal Dynamics