
Aspen University is devoted to distance education; it was founded as International Academy in the 1960’s as a distance education specialist. Today, the curriculum has expanded as has the technology in the realm of remote learning. Offering accredited degree programs with a flexible schedule is the bread and butter of the school. Bachelor’s programs available online include business administration, criminal justice with two specialties, early childhood education, health care administration, nursing and psychology and addiction counseling. Available online master’s programs are offered in criminal justice with specialties, education with specialties, information management, information systems with specialties, information technology, MBA with specialties, nursing, nursing with several available specialties, RN to MSN bridge program, psychology and addiction counseling, technology and innovation. As expected, the support services and resources available to the online learner are specifically designed to capture the nuances of distance education.