Online Degree Programs in NY

In New York, you have the ability to apply for enrollment in a wide range of online degree programs. You may choose to earn a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree online,1 or you may decide to apply to an online certificate program. We offer online degree programs in New York that span a range of fields and interests — including technology and engineering, healthcare and nursing, business, legal studies, criminal justice, psychology, counseling and many others.

It’s entirely possible to earn an online bachelor’s degree in New York. Earning a bachelor’s degree online might be a good fit for you if you’re interested in attending an out-of-state university, such as GCU, but don’t want to physically relocate. It’s a way to further your academic credentials with greater convenience and flexibility, potentially allowing you to work and meet other responsibilities while earning your bachelor’s degree.

In general, most employers do not see any difference between an on-campus degree and an online degree, particularly now that online education has become more common.2 A clearer differentiation of academic quality is the accreditation status of the institution. Earning your online degree from GCU, an institutionally accredited school, can let potential employers know that your degree is reputable.

The process for searching for and applying to scholarships for online degrees in NY is much the same as it is for on-campus degree programs. You can search for scholarships applicable to your field of study, career interests, special accomplishments or other criteria, like merit and financial need. There is a vast range of scholarship opportunities to consider from third parties, as well as from the school itself.At GCU, we strive to keep our online tuition rates affordable and offer various scholarship opportunities. In 2023, our online students received approximately $140 million in scholarships. Explore our scholarship opportunities for online students.