School Details
Eastern University is a private, not-for-profit institution with values sustained through an evangelical christian worldview. Enrolled students are prepared to enter today’s challenging world with the skills and knowledge to explore faith, lead others, and serve communities. EU is committed to student success and academic excellence with an emphasis on discipleship and an inclusive educational community.
Eastern University online programs are available to the nontraditional student. Earn an online associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in a flexible, accessible format. Studies include business, healthcare, theology, education, and more. Students may also take advantage of certificate programs available through distance learning with EU.
Online learning qualities:
- Asynchronous
- Lively interactive discussion boards
- Faculty are practitioners in their fields
Accreditation & Licensing
Eastern University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
Eastern University’s online Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts degree provides a foundational education. Students gain a solid foundation in the liberal arts, including written and oral communication, social and natural sciences, mathematics, technology, health, fine arts, and humanities. This liberal arts degree gives students a broad exposure to a multitude of disciples, systems of thought, and philosophical inquiry, all taught from a faith-based perspective. The program integrates faith, reason, and justice while preparing you for a baccalaureate program or to apply to career advancement.
You will be prepared for areas including:
- Early Childhood Education
- Business Administration
- Organizational Leadership
- Criminal Justice
- Youth Ministry Leadership
The online Master of Arts in Theological and Cultural Anthropology degree at Eastern University combines theological and scientific anthropologies. This program uses a faith-based approach to anthropology, preparing students to understand people and cultures in a holistic perspective which includes the spiritual aspects. Students will study the primary theories and concepts in anthropology. You will gain skills in critical thinking, theological thinking, research, writing, and communication with this anthropology degree.
This program is advantageous to a wide range of organizations, preparing students for doctoral programs in anthropology or for careers that include:
- Anthropology Instructor
- Mission Ethnographer
- Anthropological Consultant
- International Business or Government positions
- Christian Ministry
Business
Learn how to make higher-level strategic business decisions with a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Eastern University. This online degree program prepares you to lead strategic change and renewal within your organization.
After completing this online Organizational Leadership degree, you will be able to identify strategies to achieve optimal organizational effectiveness, assess needs, and develop cost-effective proposals. Theories and strategies learned in this program can be applied broadly, in settings ranging from business to nonprofit to government.
Courses explore topics such as:
- Leadership formation and development
- Organizational theory
- Project management
- Behavioral dynamics in organizations
- Business strategy and policy
With Eastern University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, you will gain a wide range of knowledge that will benefit you throughout your business career. Courses explore topics in management, ethics, business law, marketing, finance, and accounting.
This online Business Administration degree program integrates contemporary and relevant concepts in business with a competency-based approach to develop and strengthen students’ knowledge and skills while adhering to the principles of a faith-based business model. Students are able to use their real-world work issues as learning tools for course projects. EU’s goal is to graduate ethical, innovative, and successful business professionals.
Graduates of this program have gone on to careers in:
- Finance
- Department management
- Human resource management
- Business analysis
Eastern University offers the online PhD in Organizational Leadership. This degree exists to equip leaders in business, educational, and nonprofit sectors through interdisciplinary studies and original research to effectively engage in the transformation of their organizations, communities, and society as practitioners and scholars. With this mission in mind, this program prepares its students to embrace the four different aspects of the transformational leader, including:
- The Centered Leader
- The Servant Leader
- The Learning Leader
- The Visionary Leader
The online MBA in Organizational Management approaches business with a Christian worldview. Students are taught to not only become fiscally sound, but also ethically sound, filling the void of a values-starved business environment. Coursework covers topics in managerial economics, finance, accounting, strategic marketing, managing project teams, and more.
This MBA program offer the Fast-Track, which is uniquely developed for Eastern University. The Fast-Track allows students to complete the program in as little as 12-24 months. The program features a professional business learning environment with a Christian emphasis in the areas of faith, reason, and justice.
Computer Science & IT
The online Master of Science in Data Science degree is offered to the nontraditional student at Eastern University. This program is designed for students at any level of their career, whether they have never coded before or are professionals in the industry. Online data science degree studies may cover subjects including but not limited to:
- Mathematics
- Programming
- Machine learning
Courses are self-paced, led by PhD level faculty who have designed courses to meet students at their current level of expertise. Graduates with an online data science master’s are prepared for career titles ranging from database administrator to engineer, business analyst, data manager, and more. Balance your busy schedule with school and take the next step in your data science career with a flexible program offered by Eastern University online.
Education
Prepare for a career caring for the youngest students with this online early childhood education degree. Get ready to tackle a variety of careers in early learning settings. With this Christian program grounded in faith, reason, and justice, you will not only become professionally sound but also ethically rigorous.
Courses ensure graduates are able to:
- Communicate effectively
- Think critically
- Embrace cultural and linguistic diversity
- Utilize technology appropriately
The curriculum, taught in small classes that offer individual attention, combines courses with field experiences in a variety of educational settings. Students also benefit from access to advisors, tutors, and a learning management system.
Prepare for a career working with some of the youngest students with this online early childhood education degree. Become a teacher or educational practitioner in a variety of early learning and elementary school settings. With this Christian program grounded in faith, reason, and justice, you will not only become professionally sound but also ethically rigorous.
Courses ensure graduates can:
- Communicate effectively
- Think critically
- Embrace cultural and linguistic diversity
- Utilize technology appropriately
The curriculum, taught in small classes that offer individual attention, combines courses with field experiences in a variety of educational settings. Students also benefit from access to advisors, tutors, and a learning management system.
This online early childhood education degree is designed for those interested in obtaining the Certification in Early Childhood Education (PK-4).
Prepare for a career working with the youngest students with this online early childhood education degree. Become a teacher or educational practitioner in a variety of early learning settings. With this Christian program grounded in faith, reason, and justice, you will not only become professionally sound but also ethically rigorous.
Courses ensure graduates are able to:
- Communicate effectively
- Think critically
- Embrace cultural and linguistic diversity
- Utilize technology appropriately
The curriculum, taught in small classes that offer individual attention, combines courses with field experiences in a variety of educational settings. Students also benefit from access to advisors, tutors, and a learning management system.
Graduates can easily transition into a Master of Education, specialist certification, or professional program.
Every student deserves a quality education and with this online special education degree, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill this role. Become a teacher or educational practitioner in a variety of school settings. With this Christian program grounded in faith, reason, and justice, you will not only become professionally sound but also ethically rigorous.
Courses ensure graduates can:
- Communicate effectively
- Think critically
- Embrace cultural and linguistic diversity
- Utilize technology appropriately
The curriculum, taught in small classes that offer individual attention, combines courses with field experiences in a variety of educational settings. Students also benefit from access to advisors, tutors, and a learning management system.
This online special education degree is designed for those interested in obtaining the Certification in Special Education (PK-12), but students can also transition into the Master of Education program.
Get ready to advance your career and teach some of the youngest students with this online early childhood education degree. This program is designed for those interested in teaching PK-4. Prepare for a career in a variety of early learning and elementary school settings, using research to design curriculum and deliver instruction. Courses focus on:
- Evidence-based practices
- Research methods
- Current issues affecting the curriculum
Taught by experienced professionals, this online early childhood education degree ensures graduates are prepared to communicate effectively, think critically, embrace cultural and linguistic diversity, and utilize technology appropriately. Gain the tools needed to practice inclusive interventions, ethical decision-making, and problem-solving in complex and diverse student learning environments.
Enroll in this master’s in curriculum and instruction and advance professional opportunities. Become a leader in a variety of school settings. This program teaches students to use research to design curriculum and deliver instruction, blending theory with practical applications to the classroom. The curriculum focuses on:
- Evidence-based practices
- Research methods
- Current issues affecting the curriculum
Taught by experienced professionals, this online curriculum and instruction degree provides the tools needed to practice ethical decision-making and problem-solving in complex and diverse student learning environments.
In addition to this general online master’s in curriculum and instruction, students can also choose to concentrate on Early Childhood Education, Middle-Level Education, or Secondary Education.
Enroll in this secondary education degree online and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed for those interested in teaching grades 4-8. Learn the knowledge, concepts, and skills essential for these grades and to use research to design curriculum and deliver instruction.
Courses focus on:
- Evidence-based practices
- Research methods
- Current issues affecting the curriculum
Taught by experienced professionals, this master’s in secondary education online degree ensures graduates are prepared to communicate effectively, think critically, embrace cultural and linguistic diversity, and utilize technology appropriately. Gain the tools needed to practice inclusive interventions, ethical decision-making, and problem-solving in complex and diverse student learning environments.
Enroll in this secondary education degree online and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed for those interested in teaching grades 7-12. Learn the knowledge, concepts, and skills essential for these grades and to use research to design curriculum and deliver instruction.
Courses focus on:
- Evidence-based practices
- Research methods
- Current issues affecting the curriculum
Taught by experienced professionals, this master’s in secondary education online degree ensures graduates are prepared to communicate effectively, think critically, embrace cultural and linguistic diversity, and utilize technology appropriately. Gain the tools needed to practice inclusive interventions, ethical decision-making, and problem-solving in complex and diverse student learning environments.
Become a leader with this online master’s in education administration. You will also become a change agent in your school and district, serving in a variety of school settings. The curriculum focuses on the application of relevant theory to real-world instructional decisions, developing competencies in research-based instructional and leadership practices. In addition, the coursework prepares students for Principal or Supervisory certification.
Courses are taught by experienced professionals. This online education administration degree is designed for working teachers, allowing them to immediately apply the knowledge and skills learned to work in their careers. Plus, there is scheduling flexibility with only one course requiring live online sessions.
The online Master of Education in Multicultural Education is designed to equip educators to approach the complexity of cultural and linguistic diversity with a reflective and detail-oriented eye. Students will develop an appreciation of the implications of multiculturalism on student achievement. Studies include topics in TESOL, multicultural literature, autistic spectrum disorders, urban education, and more.
Enroll in this master’s in literacy online degree and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed for those who are interested in obtaining or who already hold the Reading Specialist Certification (PK-12). Prepare to meet the literacy needs of all children through informal and formal assessments and instruction across the curriculum for a wide range of literacy needs in classrooms and schools. Courses, taught by a Christian faculty, teach students to communicate effectively and think critically. Learn to implement a research-based reading curriculum while embracing cultural and linguistic diversity and practicing inclusive interventions.
Teachers and educational administrators can advance their careers through the online Master of Education in Special Education. With an ongoing demand for educators of special needs students, this degree targets the Pre-K through 12th-grade classroom. Students will explore core topics in research and teaching strategies, assessment, and evaluation, along with intervention techniques and field experiences.
The online Master of Education in TESOL is designed to advance teaching strategies and curriculum for a diverse student population. Students enrolled in this program will complete online coursework along with a field experience within the student’s community. Classwork is provided in a flexible asynchronous format, while students can communicate directly or indirectly with faculty. Topics include ESL, linguistics, classroom management, literacy foundations, and more.
Nursing
The Master of Education in School Health Services provides nurses with an opportunity to work with children in a school or related setting. Coursework includes fields in community health, research, global health issues, and educational practices for diverse populations. Students have the option to complete either the School Nurse Certification or the School Health Supervisor track.
The master of nursing education online program from Eastern University allows RNs to advance their careers while preparing the next generation of nurses. With this degree students gain the knowledge and skills needed to transform health and nursing education within various healthcare settings and throughout the global nursing community. Courses provide training in the application of research, innovative teaching technologies, and individualized practicum experiences that allow students to enter a wide variety of careers, including:
- Academic institutions
- Healthcare business settings
- Consulting
- Health planning
- Managed care
Students at Eastern University complete curriculums rooted in Christian values and holistic, relationship-centered philosophies. You will learn innovative teaching technologies and have the opportunity to apply what you have learned through individualized practicum experiences that focus on areas of interest and personal goals.
Graduates are prepared to take the NLN Certified Nurse Educator Exam and are able to take the Advanced Holistic Nurse Board certification exam if they so choose.
Psychology & Human Services
The Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Applied Behavior Analysis is an online gifted and special education degree program offered at Eastern University. This program provides students with a master’s degree in education, psychology, behavior analysis, or in a related field with the opportunity to add to their credentials. The curriculum meets the criteria set forth by the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Coursework includes studies in principle and evaluation practices in behavior analysis, along with topics in autism, behavior therapy, ethics and professional development.
The Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling is an online counseling degree from Eastern University. This program is designed to prepare students for credentialing as licensed professional counselors. During your studies you will learn to understand human personality organization and experience. Students also learn to implement strategies for positive change in individuals, families, churches, and communities. In addition to required courses, the curriculum can be molded to meet individual interests and goals through electives that include:
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Grief and Loss
- Autism
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Verbal Behavior Assessment
- Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
- Autism and Basic Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Measurement and Treatment Evaluation
- Behavior Therapy in Community Setting