South University's Online Programs

The online programs offer a comprehensive range of support services to help students thrive both personally and academically. Though these services are remote, they are backed by the university system to give you the support you need. They include:

• Academic Counseling

• Financial Aid

• Online Library

• Academic Success Center

• Tutoring

• Short-term counseling and referrals via the Student Assistance Program

• Digital textbooks and learning platforms are integrated into most courses (at an additional cost)

• Career Services for resume building, job search strategies, and interview preparation to help students upon graduation

The online programs utilize South’s expansive online library system meaning anywhere with an internet connection can be your study space. The online portal also connects you with your fellow students and online tutoring support if you’re struggling in your studies.

If your studies require you to attend any of our campuses for classes, you’ll have access to the same benefits as a traditionally enrolled student.

South University also features an extensive tutoring service to provide you with support and guidance with any of your classes. 

For upcoming graduates and alumni, the career services team helps you leverage the skills you learned in your degree program and helps you pursue the career you’re looking for. They offer job search strategies, help in creating your resume, and offer interview preparation so you can have support while you begin searching for employment.

South University has a dedicated IT support team ready to help you with any issues you may have. If you ever experience any IT related issues, please contact our IT support at (866) 848-5515, Monday through Saturday, from 8am to 10pm ET.

You can reach the admissions office by calling (888) 444-3404 to speak with the admissions team.

While you may set your own time for completing your assignments, you are expected to log in a certain number of times per week, depending on your program. However, for medical/clinical programs, certain portions must be completed in-person at a set schedule. You also must complete exams and turn in assignments by certain dates as assigned by your professors.

Yes. South University’s online programs* are designed for working adults who are looking to change or advance their careers. Many of our alumni have been able to maintain careers while pursuing their degrees. However, there are some degree programs and phases of our programs that will require you to be a full-time student.

*Programs, including all Clinical/Medical programs, have a required in-person, practicum, or externship. We cannot guarantee flexibility in these components of the program.

Yes. Up to 75% of your credits may be transferred toward your new, undergraduate degree. Transferring to a graduate level program is at the discretion of the Program Director, Department Chair, or designee of the respective program. For more details on transferring credit, please refer to the transfer section of the academic catalog.

The enrollment process to South University takes approximately three days. Coming prepared with your transcripts can help expedite the process. Your Financial Aid Advisor will help you apply for any financial aid you may qualify for and prepare your financial aid plan. After you have received your plan and been accepted into South, you will begin your program at the start of the next session, which happens every five weeks.

Absolutely. Veterans, Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard members, and their spouses and dependent children can receive a tuition discount towards the undergraduate programs and most graduate programs. Tuition Assistance, the GI Bill^®*, and the Yellow Ribbon program are among some of the ways we support veterans and their families in pursuing an education. For more information, please visit our Military Benefits page.

*GI Bill^® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. Government Web site at benefits.va.gov.

Yes. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. There are a number of grants and scholarships available for eligible students. Undergraduate grants designed to help new students include the Path to Graduation, Student Success, and the 1899 grant. The Alumni Grant can be applied toward undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels for returning students to South University. The Graduate Academic Merit scholarship can be applied towards most graduate-level programs.

Many of our programs also qualify for the Career Education program, where certain businesses and organizations can partner with South to lower tuition costs for eligible employers, employees, and immediate family.

Be sure to speak with your Financial Aid Advisor to determine which financial aid you could qualify for and what programs are eligible for financial aid, as each program has its own requirements.

South University’s online programs include the following degree programs:

• Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies (AS)
• Associate of Science in Allied Health Science (AS)
• Associate of Science in Medical Assisting (AS)*
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BS)
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) *
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT)
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA)
• Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies (BS)
• Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BS)
• Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (BS)
• Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BS)
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP)* ^¥
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner (RN-MSN)* ^¥
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (MSN)* ^¥
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (RN-MSN)* ^¥
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nurse Administrator (MSN)*
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nurse Administrator (RN-MSN)*
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nurse Educator (MSN)*
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nurse Educator (RN-MSN)*
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nurse Informatics (MSN)*
• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nurse Informatics (RN-MSN)*
• Master of Science in Accounting (MS)
• Master of Science in Business Administration (MS)
• Master of Science in Human Resources Management (MS)
• Master of Science in Information Science (MSIS)
• Master of Science in Leadership (MS)
• Master of Science in Public Administration (MS)
• Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MS)
• Master of Business in Healthcare Administration (MBA)
• Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
• Master of Public Health (MPH)*
• Doctor of Science in Business Administration (DBA)
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)*

 

*Programs, including all Clinical/Medical programs, have a required in-person, practicum, or externship. We cannot guarantee flexibility in these components of the program.

^¥Graduates are required to pass the national certification exam and obtain a state license in order to work in the field. (Exam names vary by program.) Please refer to the State Professional Licensure Determination and National Certification/Licensure section of the University catalog for additional information. South University cannot guarantee each graduate will pass the required licensure examinations. South University does not promise or guarantee licensure, employment or salary amounts.