Independence University - Online

Advance your career on your own terms with accredited online degree programs from Independence University. We offer certificates, diplomas and associate, bachelor's and master's degrees in early childhood education, health education, and business. Build a successful career with rigorous distance learning programs tailored to your busy schedule. There's no need to quit your job and give up income in order to earn a respected degree.

For more than twenty-five years, Independence University has been offering high-quality, prestigious online degrees. IU is the first and only college to offer CAAHEP-accredited respiratory therapy programs at a distance. We offer more distance learning degrees and diplomas in health care than any other private, accredited institution.

A Quality Career Education

Independence University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The college is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Independence University is also endorsed by the National Academy of Opticianry (NAO).

These accreditations and endorsements ensure that our students enjoy the highest quality education. Our accreditation also enables students to receive federal financial aid and qualifies them to sit for state and national licensing exams.

The IU Advantage: Convenient Career Training

Your comprehensive, accredited distance education program includes:

  • Books and resource materials developed by experts, sent directly to your home
  • Student support and assistance when you need it
  • Experienced faculty who work closely with you to ensure a lasting learning experience
  • Distance learning that is as good as or even better than on-campus learning*
  • A flexible, convenient solution for your career needs that doesn't disrupt your current professional or personal life


Earn the recognized credentials you need for licensure, promotion or a career change--or study for your own personal satisfaction. Whatever your goals are, Independence University can help.

*In a survey of managers of distance-learning graduates, over 90 percent believed the graduates compared favorably in skills, knowledge, and attitude to those with on-campus degrees.


Accreditation
Independence University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and, until March 31, 2011, by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Our Associate's in Respiratory Care program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Independence University is the first and only college to offer accredited Respiratory Therapy programs at a distance, and we've been doing it successfully for over 30 years. The University is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Further, many public, private, and government agencies require accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education's Secretary of Education in order to approve reimbursement and to qualify you to sit for licensure.

Independence University - Online offers the following Associate's programs:

Health
  • AS - Occupational Studies in Medical Specialties
  • AS - Respiratory Therapy
Vocational
  • AS - Respiratory Therapy

Independence University - Online offers the following Bachelor's programs:

Health
  • BS - Health Services Management
  • BS - Nursing
  • BS - Respiratory Care

Independence University - Online offers the following Master's programs:

Business
  • Master of Business Administration
Health
  • MS - Healthcare Administration
  • MS - Nursing Administration
  • MS in Health Services - Health Promotion program