Distance Learning Arizona

Distance Learning in Arizona is offered by North Arizona University (NAU). NAU has more than 25 years of experience in imparting distance learning programs. Interestingly, the degree earned online is the same as the degree that a campus based student gets. NAU constantly strives to meet all the demands of its web based students. Online education delivered by NAU is flexible, gives a classroom type environment and this university uses all the new and innovative technology to impart education to its students.

Classes for distance learning are divided into four formats - * Online Through Internet anytime and anywhere. * ITV ITV classrooms are spread throughout the state. Students are required to attend lasses at a fixed time and also interact with other students and faculty members. * In person Face to face interaction in classes at schools partnering with the university. * Satellite Through the medium of DISH network satellite system.

Students and instructors can interact online as well as through chat rooms. All the course material and textbooks are available at the NAU bookstore. Teachers who teach online are the faculty members itself and are highly qualified having doctoral degrees.

Excellent facilities are available to students studying through Arizona University. They get electronic access to academic records, online research, enrollments and all such related queries. Also there is toll free number for those who have any questions related to their study. For students who do not have a computer but are residents of Arizona, they can attend classes at any of the 25 NAU computer labs spread throughout the state.

NAU offers more than 65 degrees at various levels Bachelor's, Master's and endorsement programs. Some of the programs of study are available for distant learning students. These are: * Bachelor of Arts in liberal studies with specialization in arts and letters, parks and recreation management, society enterprise, public agency service. * Bachelor of applied science in computer technology, health promotion ,early childhood etc. * Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene * Bachelor of Science in Nursing * The Master of Administration degree * The Master of Arts degree in Applied Communication * Master of Arts in Teaching * The Master of Education

All the programs offered by Northern Arizona University are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

For students applying to undergraduate programs they should produce transcripts from the high school or any other institution attended. The graduates are required to submit baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.

Students of North Arizona University distance learning facility can apply for reduced rates of tuition fees. This is decided by the type of classes or the format of classes the student gets enrolled in, the state where the student resides, and also the residency status is taken into consideration.