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Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State University challenges students academically in a responsive environment. The school’s many colleges strive to meet students’ educational, career, and personal goals. Jacksonville State University offers bachelor’s, master’s, post-baccalaureate, doctoral, and advanced certificate programs in disciplines such as nursing, commerce, education, and professional studies.
Many JSU online degrees are available to nontraditional students seeking flexible scheduling, personalized experiences, and dedicated leadership. Aside from delivery methods, there is no distinction between an online and a traditional degree. Online programs at JSU even have their own Facebook page dedicated to student/ faculty engagement.
More benefits of Jacksonville State University online:
- 100% online
- Affordable and accredited
- Multiple enrollment periods
Accreditation & Licensing
Jacksonville State University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies degree program from Jacksonville State University is designed to meet academic needs not ordinarily available in other degree programs. The multidisciplinary approach allows students to chart their own course of study, combining courses from different but related subjects that are applicable to their career goals.
The online Master of Arts in English degree program from Jacksonville State University offers both a thesis option and a non-thesis option. Studies focus on:
- Techniques of literary research
- Critical and theoretical approaches
- Varieties of scholarly production
- Analysis and interpretation of literary texts
The online Master of Arts in History degree program from Jacksonville State University offers both a thesis option and a non-thesis option. Studies focus on:
- Techniques of historical research
- Nature of history
- Theories of historical interpretation
- Intensive study of controversies in history
The online Master of Arts in Integrated Studies degree program from Jacksonville State University allows students to customize their curriculum with the help of an advisor. Students complete a minimum of 30 credits in approved courses, of which 18 credits must be from two or more of the following fields of study:
- Anthropology
- Art
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Drama
- Economics
- Emergency Management
- English
- Geography
- History
- Music
- Physics
- Political Science
Business
The online bachelor's degree in business management provides a well-rounded liberal arts education with a focus on business management skills. Students learn management skills such as clear communication, motivation, delegation of duties, conflict resolution, and team building. General business courses are also included to give students a solid base of business knowledge. Graduates will have the knowledge of warehouse management, quality control, product development, training, etc.
The online business management degree program is taught by the same faculty that teaches on campus, providing the same quality education. Numerous resources are available to online students that aid in their success.
This bachelor's in marketing online degree program prepares graduates for the dynamic, customer-oriented environment of business marketing. The liberal arts degree includes general education courses, general business courses, and focused marketing courses. Students gain marketing knowledge in customer identification, consumer behavior, product design, distribution methods, promotions, and pricing. Courses approach marketing from a domestic and global perspective. Further, a modern marketing degree wouldn't be complete without training in e-commerce and social media.
Potential marketing careers include:
- Marketing research analysts
- Logistics and supply chain management
- Sales representative
- Advertising specialists
The online marketing program offers a number of resources for online students, such as 24/7 technical support.
Become part of a diverse student body, learning and networking from each other, in the online MBA program at Jackson State University. Classes are taught by the same faculty and experienced professionals online as they are traditionally, on-campus. You will be well-prepared to assume a new leadership role within your existing organization, or enter a new career path with JSU’s online MBA.
Online learning benefits include 24/7 technology assistance, tutoring and other vital student services.
Ready to take on a management position in accounting? With an online MBA in Accounting from Jacksonville State, you will have the skills and knowledge to take your career to the next level. With this graduate program, online classes are taught by the same, dedicated faculty as they are on-campus. JSU’s online Accounting MBA will give you skills and knowledge to manage within all facets of a company, including: operations, sales, marketing and administration.
Online learning benefits include 24/7 technology assistance, tutoring and other vital student services.
The online public administration program enables students to advance professionally in leadership roles, specifically those targeting public and nonprofit organizations. Concentrations allow you to customize your studies, and include Administrative Management, Criminal Justice, Education and Emergency Management. Complete core competencies ranging from topics in finance and public affairs to personnel management and diversity.
Online learning benefits include 24/7 technology assistance, tutoring and other vital student services.
This online sports management master degree gives graduates the knowledge, experience, and skills they need to meet the demands of the job market in the sports industry. Students have the option of choosing the teacher certification track or a non-certification track.
Examples of course topics are:
- Diversity issues and trends
- Law and ethics
- Sport finance
- Public and media relations
An internship is included in the curriculum for real-world, hands-on experience. The sports management master's degree online program features multiple start dates and numerous online resources to help distance learners succeed.
Computer Science & IT
The online Master of Science in Computer Systems & Software Design is designed to educate students in the specification, design and deployment of the next generation of computing and information systems.
Upon completion, graduates will be prepared for a career in information technology, either in business, industry, government, non-profit organizations, or in college teaching.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
You can earn a balanced education blending the liberal arts with your professional studies with the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Jacksonville State University. The online criminal justice degree can lead to work in such occupations as:
- Legal assistant
- Private security
- Corrections officer
- State and federal court employees
Through the online criminal justice bachelor’s degree program, you gain a solid foundation for law school or graduate studies. Graduates have insights into the nature of crime and society’s reaction to it.
You can take an interdisciplinary path to a highly diverse career field with the Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management from Jacksonville State University. The online emergency management degree leads to such rewarding roles as:
- Anti-terrorism specialist
- Disaster program manager
- Public safety telecommunicator
- Emergency management director
Through the online emergency management bachelor’s degree program, you can earn further credentials in Homeland Security, Public Safety Telecommunications, or cyber security.
You can gain expertise in disaster preparedness with the Doctor of Science in Emergency Management from Jacksonville State University. The online emergency management degree explores such topics as:
- Statistics
- Research methods
- Administration and policy
- Hazards risk management
Through the online emergency management doctoral program, you can choose from such electives as healthcare systems in disaster, crisis leadership, IT applications, and spatial analysis and GIS. Graduates have the knowledge and skills to handle disasters large and small.
You can maximize your time and money with the Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management from Jacksonville State University. The online emergency management program explores such areas as:
- Homeland security
- Crisis management
- Hazard assessment
- Management skills
Through the online emergency management graduate certificate program, you gain conceptual knowledge and skills in disaster preparedness. Graduates can apply their education to many different sectors.
Choice is always a good thing, and with Jacksonville State University’s Master of Science in Criminal Justice, you can choose between a thesis option or a non-thesis track. The online criminal justice degree leads to work in such roles as:
- Policy analyst
- Private security
- Victim advocate
- Crime reduction / prevention
Through the online criminal justice master’s degree program, you study applied data analysis, research methods, and administration. Students who opt out of writing a thesis must pass a comprehensive examination.
You can gain expertise in handling crises with the Master of Science in Emergency Management from Jacksonville State University. The online emergency management degree does not require a thesis.
Through the online emergency management master’s degree program, you train for rewarding work in public service at all levels of government. Graduates also find success working in healthcare, education, and private business in such roles as:
- Intelligence analysts
- Emergency planners
- Disaster program managers
- Information/cybersecurity analysts
Education
The online EdS in Instructional Leadership program from Jacksonville State University is designed to prepare effective leaders of learning through the development of a broad knowledge base grounded in theory, reflection, and applied leadership opportunities. Courses cover topics such as:
- Leadership in Education
- Planning & Managing Facilities & Programs
- Personnel Development
- Instructional Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Funding for School Improvement
The online EdS in Library Media program from Jacksonville State University is designed to prepare school media specialists to assume leadership roles by putting a strong emphasis on integrating instructional technologies. Courses cover topics such as:
- Online Course Design
- Educational Multi-Media & Video
- Advanced Digital Photography in Education
- Advanced Materials for Children & Young Adults
- Emerging Technology & Collaborative Tools
The online EdS in Physical Education program from Jacksonville State University provides a convenient way for practicing physical educators to boost their knowledge and career. Students are able to enhance their existing skills and gain new skills in the areas of:
- Diversity Issues in Education
- Emerging Technology & Collaborative Tools
- Leadership
- Measurement & Evaluation
The online EdS in School Counseling program from Jacksonville State University is designed to educate school counselors and enable them to address elementary and secondary students’ needs in the areas of academic, career, and personal/social development. Courses cover topics such as:
- Marriage & Family Counseling
- Diagnosis & Treatment of the DSM Disorders
- Crisis Counseling
- Substance Abuse Counseling
The online EdS in Teacher Leader program from Jacksonville State University is designed to suit individuals interested in the role of Teacher Leader, Reading Coach, Academic Coach, Grade-level Lead Teacher, Department Head, or another teacher leadership role within the school or system. Courses cover topics such as:
- Leadership in Education
- Curriculum Development
- Funding for School Improvement
- Personnel Development
- Facilitating Quality Instruction in Literacy & Mathematics with Colleagues
The online MS in Education / Collaborative Special Education degree program from Jacksonville State University leads to eligibility for a dual certification (K-6 and 6-12) fifth-year (master’s) teacher certification in collaborative/special education. Courses cover topics such as:
- Method & Materials Severe/Mild Disabilities (K-12)
- Collaborative Reading/Math Strategies
- Characteristics of Exceptionalities
- Technology for Special Education
- Applied Behavior Analysis in Special Education
- Current Trends in Special Education
The online MS in Education / Early Childhood Education degree program from Jacksonville State University leads to eligibility for a fifth-year (master’s) teacher certification in early childhood education (P-3). Courses cover topics such as:
- Materials & Methods
- Behavior & Development in Early Childhood
- Individualization of Education for Young Children
- Issues & Trends in Early Childhood Education
- Enhancing Learning Through Children’s Literature
- Intervention in the Early Childhood Education Classroom
- Teaching Reading in the Early Childhood Classroom
The online MS in Education / Early Childhood Special Education degree program from Jacksonville State University leads to eligibility for a fifth-year (master’s) teacher certification in early childhood special education (P-3). Courses cover topics such as:
- Materials & Methods
- Behavior & Development in Early Childhood
- Individualization of Education for Young Children
- Issues & Trends in Early Childhood Education
- Enhancing Learning Through Children’s Literature
- Teaching Writing in Early Childhood Education
- Teaching Reading in the Early Childhood Classroom
The online MS in Education / Elementary Education degree program from Jacksonville State University leads to eligibility for a fifth-year (master’s) teacher certification in elementary education (K-6). Courses cover topics such as:
- Assessment in Education
- Teaching Mathematics
- Diversity in Education
- Teaching Science
- Teaching Language Arts
- Teaching Reading
Instructional leaders are moral advocates for students and for the communities they serve. The online MS in Education / Instructional Leadership degree program from Jacksonville State University prepares graduates to be responsible leaders who connect with and develop human resources to serve groups of people. Courses cover topics such as:
- Curriculum Development
- Law & Ethics
- Leading Change for Student Learning
- Diversity Issues in Education
- Management of the Learning Organization
The online MS in Education / Library Media degree program from Jacksonville State University prepares students to become certified school library media specialists for Pre K-12 schools. Courses cover topics such as:
- Learning through Interactive Technologies
- Curriculum Integration of Technology
- Technology in School Environments
- Children & Young Adult Literature
- Management of Media Centers
- Trends, Issues, Innovation & Leadership in Libraries & Schools
The online MS in Education / Physical Education degree program from Jacksonville State University offers three separate concentration areas to suit students’ personal interests and professional goals:
- Human Performance – Designed to prepare students for advanced study in exercise and physiology and future employment in strength and conditioning, adult fitness and wellness, and corporate fitness
- Nutrition – Designed to prepare students for advanced study in nutrition and future employment in the field of nutrition and related careers
- Teacher Education – Leads to eligibility for fifth-year teacher certification in physical education (P-12)
The online MS in Education / Reading Specialist degree program from Jacksonville State University leads to eligibility for a fifth-year (master’s) teacher certification in reading specialist (P-12). Courses cover topics such as:
- Teaching Reading in Early Childhood Education
- Teaching Language Arts
- Literacy Theory & Practice
- Intervention Strategies for Reading Instruction
- Assessment in Elementary Education
- Psychological Principles of Learning
The online MS in Instructional Technology degree program from Jacksonville State University is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to guide educational practitioners in the use of emerging technologies to improve teaching and learning. The curriculum covers foundations of:
- Instructional Design
- Software Applications
- E-Learning Modules & Course Development
- Assessment & Evaluation Techniques
Engineering
You can train for leadership roles in production with the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Leadership from Jacksonville State University. This online industrial engineering degree program delves into project management, facilities planning, and industrial leadership.
Through the online engineering management degree program, students develop professional skills to step into leadership roles. Graduates enjoy success in such roles as:
- Production manager
- Maintenance supervisor
- Technical sales representative
- Project and process consultant
As a technical professional, you can train for management with the Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Technology. Through the online manufacturing engineering master’s degree program, you learn to lead in the manufacturing sector.
Your online courses will cover manufacturing systems simulations and automation as well as project development, safety, and quantitative methods for decision-making. Graduates enjoy success in such roles as:
- Quality managers
- Senior automation engineer
- Director of operational excellence
- Manufacturing engineering supervisor
Nursing
The online RN to BSN degree completion program from Jacksonville State University provides a quality, flexible, cost-effective, and convenient means for registered nurses to obtain their bachelor's degree in nursing. Coursework covers topics such as:
- Ethical Issues
- Health Assessment
- Pharmacology
- Management & Leadership
- Emergency/Disaster Nursing
- Population Based Health Care
Nurses with a bachelor’s degree can pursue the online Doctor of Nursing Practice degree to achieve the highest level of nursing practice. A concentration in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGANP) allows graduates to sit for the national certification exam.
This Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner program includes components of online coursework, supervised practice hours in the student’s local area, a DNP project and paper, a professional electronic portfolio, and a comprehensive examination.
Courses cover topics such as:
- Health promotion and disease prevention and issues for AGANPs
- Physio-pathological basis of advanced nursing
- Evidence-based practice and quality improvement in healthcare
- AGANP project planning and development
Nurses with a bachelor’s degree can pursue the online Doctor of Nursing Practice degree to achieve the highest level of nursing practice. A Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) concentration allows graduates to sit for the national certification exam.
This online Nurse Practitioner degree includes components of online coursework, supervised practice hours in the student’s local area, a DNP project and paper, a professional electronic portfolio, and a comprehensive examination.
Topics covered in this degree program include:
- Clinical prevention and population health
- Organizational and systems leadership for the advanced practice nurse
- Innovation leadership and collaboration in healthcare
- Interprofessional healthcare and informatics
Nurse professionals with a MSN degree can pursue the Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice online degree. The DNP program is a terminal degree preparing nurses for leadership at the highest level of practice.
Coursework in this online nurse practitioner degree focuses on advanced clinical practice, technology, quality indicators, and outcomes improvement. The program includes components of online class instruction, supervised practice hours in the student’s local area, a DNP project and paper, and a professional electronic portfolio.
The curriculum covers topics such as:
- Biostatistics and translating evidence
- Health care policy and finance
- Innovation leadership and collaboration in healthcare
- Clinical prevention and population health
The online Graduate Certificate in Emergency Preparedness Nursing Coordinator is available for non-degree students who wish to specialize in the area of emergency preparedness.
Upon satisfactorily completing the requirements of the graduate certificate (comprehensive exam is not required for the graduate certificate), an entry will be made on the student’s transcript.
A student who completes the graduate certificate may apply these hours of credit toward the Masters of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Emergency Management degree.
The online Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education is designed to prepare nurses to teach in nursing and health professional programs, health care institutions and agencies, and in the community.
The certificate provides nurses with essential knowledge and skills about teaching, program development, evaluation, clinical instruction, and other aspects of the educational process in nursing.
At the conclusion of the program, graduates obtain a certificate acknowledging successful completion.
The online Master of Science in Nursing / Population Health is designed to prepare advanced population health nurses to address the health needs of vulnerable populations and communities as they currently exist, and as they will evolve in the future.
Students acquire advanced knowledge and skills in population and community needs assessment, analysis of aggregate data, health planning, as well as program development, implementation, and evaluation. Focusing on health promotion and prevention, the program allows students to select a vulnerable population focus for study across the curriculum, such as:
- women and infants
- children
- teens
- adults with chronic illnesses
- geriatric clients
- clients with ethnic or racial disparities
- infectious disease clients
The scope of public health/population health nursing practice and concepts of disaster management, systems leadership, quality and safety are integrated into various courses throughout the curriculum.
The online Master of Science in Nursing in Population Health prepares nurses to address the health needs of vulnerable populations and communities. The Emergency Management concentration examines emergency preparedness, planning, and management from the perspective of the nurse coordinator.
Students have the ability to focus their studies on a specific vulnerable population, such as women and infants, individuals with chronic illness, geriatric clients, clients with ethnic or racial disparities, infectious disease clients, and more. Aspects of Population Health and Emergency Management are integrated into courses throughout the curriculum. The online MSN program includes topics such as community needs assessment, analysis of data, and program development.
Courses in this online degree program include the following:
- Nursing research
- Epidemiology
- Transcultural nursing and healthcare
- Disaster response
- Medical aspects of emergency management
The Master of Science in Nursing in Population Health is designed to enable nurses to address the health needs of vulnerable populations and communities. The Nursing Education track prepares nurses to teach in settings such as schools and colleges of nursing, clinical agencies, and hospitals.
The online Nurse Educator program focuses on population needs assessment, analysis of data, health planning, and program development. Students learn how to develop instruction programs for collegiate settings. Courses cover advanced nursing skills including pharmacology, pathophysiology, and health assessment.
Some of the classes in this concentration include:
- Teaching, learning, and evaluation in collegiate nursing programs
- Issues and trends in collegiate nursing education
- Instructional design and online teaching
Psychology & Human Services
The online EdS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program from Jacksonville State University prepares graduate students for success as they aspire to counseling positions in clinical mental health settings, LPC licensure application in Alabama and Georgia, and/or continued progress toward a terminal degree in Counselor Education. Courses cover a range of subjects, such as:
- Social & Diversity Issues in Counseling
- Marriage, Family & Couple Counseling
- Diagnosis & Treatment of the DSM Disorders
- Counseling Children/Adolescents
- Substance & Other Addictive Disorders
- Crisis Counseling
- Emergency First Aid & Disaster Counseling