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As Oregon’s Rural University, we’re experts at fostering tight-knit communities of support across wide-open spaces. As an online student at Eastern Oregon University, you can earn a highly flexible and affordable degree at an institution that has a century of experience delivering high-quality education. Our dedicated faculty members are committed to mentoring and engaging with students wherever they are.
Find your passion with more than 20 convenient online degree programs. See why we were ranked second by Value Colleges for the best online colleges in Oregon.
A Guide to Online Bachelor’s Degrees Post Pandemic
It’s hard to imagine a time before COVID-19. The pandemic has impacted education significantly, resulting in millions of students suddenly shifting from a classroom to a chatroom. The threat of catching the virus, the need for social distancing and the closing of many campuses through the fall has left students and their parents unsure about what to do next.
A fully online degree option may be the best way for many students to stay on track and remain safe during this pandemic. However, with confusion surrounding online instruction, students and parents alike have questions and concerns about pursuing an online education. It’s important to know the difference between the sudden, emergency attempt at online instruction and a degree program that was purposefully designed to be entirely online.
The faculty at Eastern Oregon University strives to ensure you have all the information you need to make decisions about your education confidently. With this in mind, we want to offer the following guide created by Wiley Education Services, a leader in higher education research and online education, in partnership with DegreesOnline.com.
This informative guide addresses the impact of COVID-19 on education and provides insight into online education, such as the online student experience, myths vs. facts about online education and the difference between proven online degree programs and emergency online instruction.
Online education is not a new concept and can be just as rewarding as an in-person program.
View GuideWhy Choose Eastern Oregon University Online?
Affordability
At $316 per credit hour, we have one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. It’s also one of the lowest rates among other state schools.
Flexibility and Convenience
Benefit from multiple start dates and study 100% online in programs designed to fit busy schedules
Transfer Policy
Get a free transfer credit review and transfer up to 135 credits. You can also qualify for transfer scholarships and get credit for work experience or on-the-job training.
Personal Attention
Enhance your learning with one-on-one advising, mentoring opportunities and other forms of support in a highly engaging platform.
Explore Our Programs
B.S./B.A. in Computer Science
Explore technologies of the 21st century. Take online courses on a quarter-credit schedule, with topics in software development, programming and more.
B.S./B.A. in Accounting
Flourish in accounting careers with an IACBE-accredited degree. Take online courses on a quarter-credit schedule and graduate in just three years.
1 Concentration Available
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology
Study social issues, archaeology, ancient civilization and more in online courses on a quarter-credit schedule. Choose an optional concentration.
2 Concentrations Available
B.S./B.A. in Communication and Media Studies
Diverse coursework offered on a quarter-credit schedule helps you develop expertise in mass media, public speaking, communication ethics and more.
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Early Childhood Education
Study positive behavior guidance, play, learning and more on a quarter-credit schedule. You can utilize your new skills immediately.
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Emergency Medical Services Administration
Build EMS business and management skills through quarter-credit coursework in labor management, EMS finance, EMS systems, multiculturalism and more.
B.S./B.A. in Business Administration
Bring business expertise to your career with EOU’s IACBE-accredited degree. Industry-focused courses are delivered on a quarter-credit schedule.
1 Concentration Available
Post-Baccalaureate Accounting Certificate
EOU’s accounting certificate is ideal for non-accounting students who need CPA exam credits. Take online courses on a quarter-credit schedule.
B.S./B.A. in Economics
EOU is one of the Top Online Colleges Offering Economics in 2023 (Forbes). This online bachelor’s degree is offered on a quarter-credit schedule.
B.S./B.A. in Fire Services Administration
On a quarter-credit schedule, you’ll explore fire science, prevention, emergency services and more. This exceptional program is led by fire chiefs.
1 Track Available
B.S./B.A. in History
Gain the skills you need for a successful history career. Online courses, offered on a quarter-credit schedule, emphasize real-world learning.
B.S./B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies
We offer three ways to customize your degree. You can shape the program to your goals in flexible coursework delivered on a quarter-credit schedule.
B.S./B.A. in English/Writing
Take online writing and leadership courses on a quarter-credit schedule. Choose a sub-discipline in literature, creative writing or rhetoric.
B.S./B.A. in Psychology
Move into grad school or entry-level careers. Rigorous courses explore school counseling, rehabilitation and more on a quarter-credit schedule.
2 Concentrations Available
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance
Build your skills and pursue an ideal career in your field. Take online courses on a quarter-credit schedule and choose from three concentrations.
3 Concentrations Available
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing
Enhance your writing mastery with online courses on a quarter-credit schedule, plus a short summer residency. Optional Young Adult Writing emphasis.
2 Concentrations Available
Master of Business Administration
Gain essential management skills in our IACBE-accredited MBA. The online MBA, delivered on a quarter-credit schedule, is identical to our campus MBA.
Master of Science in Education
Choose from six concentrations as you bolster your career. Gain instructional and research skills with courses delivered on a quarter-credit schedule.
6 Concentrations Available
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Information Technology Management
Hone leadership skills and explore computer programming. Learn to make strategic tech-based decisions with online courses in a quarter-credit format.
Computer Programming I & II Certificate
Computer Programming I: Gain basic programming skills through three courses in a quarter-credit schedule. Stack the certificate with an EOU bachelor’s degree in technology.
Computer Programming II: Build on your programming skills through five courses on a quarter-credit schedule. Stack the certificate with an EOU bachelor’s degree in technology.
Master of Arts in Teaching
Add to your education expertise. Take online courses on a quarter-credit schedule. Then, build hands-on skills from a classroom anywhere in Oregon.
2 Concentrations Available
B.A.S. in Business
Experience EOU’s IACBE-accredited business curriculum. Learn in a quarter-credit format and finish the fast-track degree in just three years.
B.S./B.A. in Communication and Media Studies: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Computer Science: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Accounting: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Computer Science: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Computer Science: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Computer Science: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Accounting: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Accounting: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Accounting: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Communication and Media Studies: Faculty
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Early Childhood Education: Faculty
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Emergency Medical Services Administration: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Communication and Media Studies: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Communication and Media Studies: Tuition
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Early Childhood Education: Tuition
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Early Childhood Education: Courses
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Early Childhood Education: Admission
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Emergency Medical Services Administration: Courses
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Emergency Medical Services Administration: Admission
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Emergency Medical Services Administration: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Business Administration: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Business Administration: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Business Administration: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Business Administration: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Economics: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Fire Services Administration: Faculty
Post-Baccalaureate Accounting Certificate: Courses
Post-Baccalaureate Accounting Certificate: Admission
Post-Baccalaureate Accounting Certificate: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Economics: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Economics: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Economics: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Fire Services Administration: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Fire Services Administration: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Fire Services Administration: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in History: Courses
B.S./B.A. in History: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in English/Writing: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in History: Admission
B.S./B.A. in History: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Admission
B.S./B.A. in English/Writing: Courses
B.S./B.A. in English/Writing: Admission
B.S./B.A. in English/Writing: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Psychology: Faculty
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Psychology: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Psychology: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Psychology: Tuition
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing: Faculty
Master of Business Administration: Faculty
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing: Courses
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing: Admission
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing: Tuition
Master of Business Administration: Admission
Master of Business Administration: Courses
Master of Business Administration: Tuition
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Information Technology Management: Courses
Master of Science in Education: Faculty
Master of Science in Education: Courses
Master of Science in Education: Admission
Master of Science in Education: Tuition
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Information Technology Management: Tuition
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Information Technology Management: Admission
B.A.S. in Business: Courses
B.A.S. in Business: Admission
B.A.S. in Business: Tuition
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Cybersecurity
Focus on applied cybersecurity skills. This online curriculum, delivered on a quarter-credit schedule, helps you pursue your ideal cybersecurity role.
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Cybersecurity: Careers
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Cybersecurity: Courses
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Cybersecurity: Admission
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Cybersecurity: Tuition
Curriculum Leadership Certificate
Become a curriculum leader. Develop new skills in curriculum development, professional leadership and mentorship on a quarter-credit schedule.
English for Speakers of Other Languages Certificate
Boost your teaching skills for English Language Learners (ELL). On a quarter-credit schedule, explore linguistics, cognition and ELL best practices.
Trauma in Educational Communities Certificate
Create inclusive learning environments in a program built to produce trauma-informed educators. Take online courses on a quarter-credit schedule.
Post-Baccalaureate Accounting Certificate: Careers
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing: Careers
Master of Business Administration: Careers
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Information Technology Management: Careers
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Emergency Medical Services Administration: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Psychology: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Careers
B.S./B.A. in History: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Fire Services Administration: Careers
B.S./B.A. in English/Writing: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Economics: Careers
B.A.S. in Business: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Business Administration: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Computer Science: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Communication and Media Studies: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Accounting: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Community Health
Address diverse health concerns in online courses on a quarter-credit schedule. Prepare to give education on prevention, illness, injuries and more.
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology: Anthropology
Gain deeper knowledge of ancient civilizations. Explore archaeology, language, culture and more in online courses on a quarter-credit schedule.
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Exercise Science
Take online courses on a quarter-credit schedule. Then pursue strength and conditioning, personal training and inclusive fitness certifications.
B.S./B.A. in Health & Human Performance: Physical Education
Jump-start your career. Study scientific approaches to physiology, development and movement as you take classes on a quarter-credit schedule.
B.S./B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology: Sociology/Social Welfare
In online courses on a quarter-credit schedule, you’ll explore unique facets of the human condition, such as social theories and applied sociology.
B.S./B.A. in Accounting: Certified Managerial Accounting
Elevate your accounting career with the credential needed to take the CPA or CMA exam, delivered on a quarter-credit schedule.
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Data Analytics: Careers
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Data Analytics
Learn to support strategic decisions with data analysis. In online courses delivered on a quarter-credit schedule, you’ll prepare for growing careers.
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Data Analytics: Courses
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Data Analytics: Admission
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Data Analytics: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Marketing
EOU’s marketing degree helps you succeed in growing careers. In a quarter-credit schedule, online courses explore new media and emerging technology.
B.S./B.A. in Marketing: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Marketing: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Marketing: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Marketing: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration
Build expertise in policy, public governance and democracy to advance in public service careers. Take online courses with a flexible, quarter-credit schedule.
Master of Public Administration
Expand your global perspectives. Diverse M.P.A. courses, in a quarter-credit schedule, cover policy studies, budgeting, rural governance and more.
B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration: Careers
B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration: Courses
B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration: Admission
B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration: Tuition
Master of Public Administration: Careers
Master of Public Administration: Courses
Master of Public Administration: Admission
Master of Public Administration: Tuition
B.S./B.A. in Politics, Policy and Public Administration: Faculty
B.S./B.A./B.A.S. in Early Childhood Education: Careers
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Accelerate your counseling career. Online courses delivered in a quarter-credit schedule help you meet full licensure requirements in 41 states.
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Careers
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Courses
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Admission
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Tuition
Post-Baccalaureate Accounting Certificate: Faculty
A.A. in Early Childhood Education
Eastern Oregon University’s online Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education degree delivers the foundational skills necessary for careers in K–12 education, childcare and social services. The program requires the completion of 90 credits, all of which can be applied to the bachelor’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies after completing the associate degree.
Early Childhood Education Certificate
Eastern Oregon University’s online Early Childhood Education certificate prepares you for the next step in your career through courses that explore child development, positive behavior guidance, diverse learning environments for children and more. To earn this certificate, you’ll complete 21 credits and a hands-on practicum experience.
Master of Social Work
The online MSW prepares you for person-centered practice through a curriculum focused on social diversity, equity and inclusion.
Master of Social Work: Tuition
Master of Social Work: Careers
Master of Social Work: Courses
Master of Social Work: Admission
Master of Social Work: Faculty
Master of Science in Education: Curriculum Leadership
Grow as an educational leader capable of developing, implementing and evaluating curriculum that aligns with learning standards and assessment data.
Master of Science in Education: Dyslexia
Learn to perform interventions and assessments focusing on literacy development to create empowering learning environments for children with dyslexia.
Master of Science in Education: ESOL
This online program prepares you to teach second language learners and enables licensed teachers in Oregon to seek an ESOL endorsement.
Master of Science in Education: Literacy
Build skills for nurturing literacy engagement in PK-12 schools. Oregon teachers can seek a Reading Intervention endorsement after graduation.
Master of Science in Education: Special Education
Build expertise in special education assessments and procedures. You can also prepare to earn a Special Education endorsement.
Master of Science in Education: Trauma in Educational Communities
Oregon teachers can prepare to create trauma-informed classrooms and pursue a specialization in Trauma in Educational Communities after graduation.
Non-Degree Seeking / Campus
EOU offers non-degree seeking status for individuals who feel academically qualified to enroll in a program, however, only wish to take a limited number of courses, for purposes other than obtaining a degree or teaching certificate.
About EOU
Eastern Oregon University was founded in 1929 as a teachers college and today serves as a center for education, culture and scholarship in rural areas of Oregon. EOU guides student inquiry through academic programs that lead to responsible and reflective action in a diverse and interconnected world.
Accreditation
Eastern Oregon University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
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