Ball State University has four top 20 rankings in U.S. News & World Reports’ 2012 Top Online Education Program rankings—more than any other Indiana college or university (public or private).
According to this inaugural edition of online program rankings by U.S. News that was released today, Ball State is:
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No. 7 in student services and technology for online bachelor’s degree programs
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No. 8 in faculty credentials and training for online graduate programs in business
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No. 13 in admission selectivity for online graduate programs in nursing
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No. 17 in student services and technology for online graduate programs in education (teacher and administrator preparation)
“It is so encouraging to see that U.S. News has recognized so many of Ball State’s strengths in online education,” says Jennifer Bott, assistant provost of learning initiatives. “Of the four categories that Ball State competes in, we were recognized in all four. This really speaks volumes about the expertise and energy that our faculty bring in delivering student-focused, rigorous online programs.”
Online programs were ranked in categories (rather than the traditional summative rankings for institutions) and rankings included non-profit and for-profit schools.
Ball State offers more than 60 online degrees and certificates and each year serves nearly 8,000 students who are enrolled in online courses or programs. Many of these programs, including those in business, educational leadership, nursing, and public relations are nationally ranked or recognized. More about Ball State’s online and distance education offerings can be found at www.bsu.edu/distance.