7/11/2019
HAYS, Kan. – Degree programs offered by Fort Hays State University through its FHSU Virtual College received five No. 1 rankings, six top-10 national recognitions and several other rankings in June for being among the best and most affordable programs offered by U.S. colleges and universities.

CollegeValuesOnline.com

No. 1, Top Master’s in Counseling Degrees Online 2019

CollegeValuesOnline gave FHSU’s M.S. in counseling (school) the No. 1 spot for its affordability, program quality and support services. Fort Hays State’s counseling program is accredited by the Kansas State Department of Education and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

“An affordable online master’s in counseling is a great way to continue with higher education and gain a postgraduate degree as one continues to work,” said CollegeValuesOnline. “An advanced degree in counseling paves the way for career growth and better prospects, and an online format allows one to study and gain work experience at the same time.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/30rmTA1.

No. 1, Top 20 Most Affordable State Universities for Online Bachelor’s Degrees 2019

FHSU’s Virtual College was ranked No. 1 out of 367 colleges and universities based primarily off of affordability and wide selection of online majors.

“Students may choose from 60 affordable, award-winning and ranked online programs like business administration, criminal justice, education, international business, marketing and nursing,” said CollegeValuesOnline.

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2JmzQW5.

CollegeFactual.com

No. 1, 2019 Best General Psychology Schools for Non-Traditional Students in Kansas

Ranked out of 10 colleges and universities, FHSU’s Virtual College received this top spot for its top academic quality and support for non-traditional students in its psychology programs.

“Students will pursue a rigorous curriculum that is more than just theory but also features an emphasis on experiential learning,” says FHSU’s website. “Upon graduation, students will already have a solid foundation in the science of mental processes coupled with the valuable skills from enriched, applied experiences that employers are seeking.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2LJ7Spd.

No. 1, 2019 Best General Biology Schools for Non-Traditional Students in Kansas

CollegeFactual.com also gave FHSU’s Virtual College the No. 1 ranking in biological sciences based on academic quality and support for non-traditional students.

“The Department of Biological Sciences at FHSU provides students with a strong foundation in all aspects of life science,” says FHSU’s website. “Our unique programs, modern facilities, one-on-one teaching philosophy and robust research opportunities allows students to fully explore their primary areas of interest – from molecules to mammals.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2S4sFVg.

OnlineSchoolsReport.com

No. 1, Best Online Master’s Degrees in Art and Art History

FHSU’s Virtual College received this top spot for its school and program reputation, student retention, overall tuition and fees and more.

“A stand-out in online master’s programs, FHSU lands the No. 1 spot on our list for its Master in Liberal Studies with a concentration in art history,” says OnlineSchoolsReport. “The degree covers 31 total credits, and students are able to concentrate in specific time periods like medieval art or 20th century art.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2JorZra.

No. 4, 10 Best Online Economics Degrees

OnlineSchoolsReport also gave FHSU’s online bachelor’s in economics program a top-10 ranking based on the quality, as indicated by student engagement and faculty credentials. This ranking also includes student-to-faculty ratio, graduation rates and faculty experience and training.

“Our unique, academically rigorous programs prepare students for the most in-demand jobs in the marketplace, with courses that span the entire business landscape and elevate credentials for prospective employers around the nation – and the world,” says FHSU’s website.

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2JpOBHS.

AffordableSchools.net

No. 5, 35 Top Value Affordable Accounting Degree Online Programs (Bachelor’s) 2019

Tuition, student-to-faculty ratio, online features and curriculum options are just a few of the reasons FHSU’s Virtual College earned this high ranking from AffordableSchools. Over 150 colleges and universities were identified.

“This is an excellent program for students who wish to work in the private sector as a corporate or public accountant,” says AffordableSchools. “Students will benefit from small class sizes and a range of directed electives. They will be expected to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework, a capstone project and a comprehensive final.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/32h1OKj.

No. 4, 20 Best Affordable Colleges for Psychology Degree Online 2019

FHSU’s Virtual College also received a top ranking from out of more than 300 schools based on tuition, student-to-faculty ratios, graduation rates and national rankings from U.S. News & World Report.

“The Department of Psychology at FHSU provides compelling, hands-on experiential programs that will arm individuals with practical skills and theory,” says FHSU’s website.

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/30mx4pu.

No. 5, 20 Best Affordable Colleges for RN-BSN Online 2019

AffordableSchools also ranked FHSU’s online bachelor’s in registered nursing degree the No. 5 spot in more than 450 universities and colleges for its one-year tuition rates for in-state students, average student-to-faculty ratios, graduation rates and national rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

“At FHSU, we provide programs and courses designed to meet your diverse career objectives in a student-centered learning environment with undergraduate and graduate programs, post-graduate certificate programs and a doctoral degree program,” says FHSU’s website.

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/30pbUHc.

No. 7, 25 Best Affordable Master’s in Marketing Online Degrees 2019

FHSU’s Virtual College received this top-10 ranking for its quality, tuition, location and delivery format.

“Marketing is about being an advocate for the customer and providing the customer’s voice to the rest of the company,” says FHSU’s website. “It is both a science and an art – great marketing is systematic and analytic but is also creative.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2LaEqc7.

No. 14, Top Value Business Administration Online Degree Programs 2019

Ranked out of more than 500 colleges and universities, AffordableSchools gave FHSU’s online business administration degree program the No. 14 spot for its student-to-faculty ratio and tuition.

“This program was designed for students who are interested in a broad-based curriculum that will help them achieve their professional goals,” says AffordableSchools. “Focused on management, the online program delivers information on industry standards as well as practices for the field.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2XVwVMa.

CollegeConsensus.com

No. 8, 50 Best Online Undergraduate Business Programs 2019

Based on affordability, convenience and reputation, FHSU’s Virtual College earned this top-10 spot from CollegeConsensus.

“This affordable degree is priced at over $10,000 less than the average cost of a degree in this ranking,” says CollegeConsensus. “There are no residencies associated with this program, which U.S. News & World Report calls one of the top 50 online undergraduate business degrees in the country.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2Eq9BuS.

BestColleges.com

No. 15, Best Online Master’s in Gifted and Talented Education Programs

BestColleges ranked FHSU’s online master’s in special education (gifted) based on academic outcomes, affordability and the breadth and depth of online learning opportunities.

“This degree focuses on the challenges and practical needs facing facilitators of gifted learners,” says BestColleges. “FHSU’s master’s in gifted and talented education online requires 36 credits, which students can complete in 18 to 24 months with no on-campus sessions.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/32eEwVq.

TheBestSchools.org

No. 12, Best Online MBA in Management Information Systems Degree Programs

FHSU’s Virtual College earned this ranking based on the quality of the program, types of courses offered, faculty, rankings, awards and reputation.

“Students benefit from numerous internship and scholarship opportunities, student organizations and professional development services, outreach and community engagement process, and access to centers such as the Management Development Center,” said TheBestSchools.

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2Puo7o4.

OnlineColleges.com

No. 16, Best Online Colleges for Adults Going Back to School in 2019-20

OnlineColleges gave FHSU’s Virtual College this ranking based on online programs and percentage of students enrolled in distance education, graduation rates of non-first-time students and percentage of non-first-time students receiving financial aid.

“An institution dedicated to innovation, FHSU has developed a Virtual College that supports dozens of degree programs and over one-hundred specializations for those programs,” says OnlineColleges. “FHSU has a 95-percent job placement rate, and its graduates have a 100-percent pass rate on certain licensure exams for nursing and education.”

To view this ranking, visit https://bit.ly/2Qvb5ZC.

About the FHSU Virtual College

Education at a distance from Fort Hays State began in 1911 when faculty voted to offer courses free by mail so that one-room school teachers across western Kansas could afford to gain the continuing education required to teach. The distance education department created then evolved continuously with changing technology and culture until, in 1997, the Department of Continuing Education and Instructional Technology became the FHSU Virtual College.