School Details
Madonna University is a four-year private Catholic university located in the small city of Livonia, Michigan, near Detroit. The school was founded in 1937 by the Felician Sisters on the principles of the Franciscan order of the Catholic faith. Madonna University aims to provide a learning environment where students will gain intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth to achieve success in the classroom, boardroom, and across all aspects of life. Although the college is strong in its affiliation with the Roman Catholic Church, students of many denominations attend and are welcomed at MU.
The school offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, as well as undergraduate, graduate, and post-master’s certificates. Several undergraduate and graduate programs are offered completely online. With Madonna University online, you can advance your career and further your education with the flexibility you need to meet your goals.
Online students benefit from support including:
- An online writing lab
- Remote library access
- Online peer tutoring
- Access to professors
- Online collaborative learning
Accreditation & Licensing
Madonna University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
Madonna University provides a Bachelor of Arts degree in General studies to the online student. This interdisciplinary program allows for students unable to choose a traditional major to explore a wide breadth of academic and professional options. Through these studies, students will enhance essential skills including but not limited to:
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Research
Students work closely with an academic advisor to map out a curriculum suited to personal and academic goals. Courses are available 100% online, making this a flexible option for the working adult student. Explore every option in an accessible format with Madonna University online.
Business
The online Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management empowers a global and diverse population of students for leadership and professional roles within the hospitality and tourism industry, through academic excellence, community service, and industry work experience. Students graduate with both a B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism and a minor in Business Administration. Graduates find careers in various fields, including hotel and lodging industry and operations, restaurant operations, retirement/assisted-living facilities, theme parks, cruise lines, airlines, event planning, and Chambers of Commerce and Convention Bureaus.
An online graduate degree in Business Leadership provides professionals with executive and management capabilities. Learn effective communication strategies, team building know-how, data analysis for decision-making, conflict resolution and other vital leadership skills. Coursework ranges from topics in leadership, communications and management to ethics and technology.
Online learning environment includes:
- Synchronous classrooms
- Real world applications
- Lessons using case-based content
The Master of Science in Humane Leadership is an online human services degree combined with a nonprofit management degree online from Madonna University. This degree is based on the interconnectedness of social justice, sustainability, and animal protection. Coursework develops practical solutions to current challenges affecting the well-being of people, the environment, and animals. Small classes allow individualized programs for each student and students work with faculty to learn practical skills through community-based service-learning projects. Graduates may pursue doctoral programs or enter professional pathways in leadership, community organization, consulting, education, and more through an enhanced knowledge of issues surrounding current environmental and social challenges.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
You can take a fast track to a career of service with the Associate of Science in Criminal Justice from Madonna University. The online criminal justice degree leads to work in such areas as:
- Legal system
- Corrections
- Law enforcement
Through the online criminal justice associate’s degree program, you gain skills in research, critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal relations. Graduates build connections with industry professionals through internships and guest speakers.
You can be one of the over 2,000 “Madonna Paralegals” with an impressive reputation, successfully serving attorneys with the Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies from Madonna University. The online paralegal degree can lead to lucrative careers after ten years of service in high-demand specialties like corporate law, contract administration, and e-discovery.
Through the online paralegal associate’s degree program, you learn practical skills and a liberal arts education. Your online studies cover such topics as:
- Probate estates
- Intellectual property
- Case preparation and trial
- Law office management and technology
You can make an impact in the fight for justice with the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Madonna University. The online criminal justice degree prepares you to excel in various leadership positions.
Through the online criminal justice bachelor’s degree program, you gain a deep appreciation of human motivation and complex social dynamics that lead to crime. Students may earn Certificates of Completion in such areas as:
- Private security
- Homeland security
- Animal cruelty investigation
- Forensic psychology and more
You can train to be a well-rounded and highly competent paralegal with the Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies from Madonna University. The online paralegal degree can lead to work in such areas of law as:
- Probate
- Family law
- e-Discovery
- Risk management
Through the online paralegal bachelor’s degree program, you learn legal research and writing, which is excellent preparation for law school. Alternatively, this program offers a path for BSN-credentialed nurses to change careers as nurse paralegals.
You can train for leadership positions within private and public agencies with the Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership from Madonna University. The online criminal justice program prepares you to address escalating issues of fraud, crime-control policies, and terrorism through such topics as:
- Law, justice, and society
- Organizational leadership
- Labor law issues
- Contemporary and ethical issues in criminal justice administration
Through the online criminal justice graduate certificate program, you also gain intelligence and data analysis skills. Students develop a strong ethical commitment to serve their communities and improve society.
You can train as a community-focused leader with the Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership & Intelligence from Madonna University. The online criminal justice degree prepares you to address modern issues in community policing and maintaining justice in a democratic society.
Through the online criminal justice master’s degree program, you develop your skills in leadership, ethics, communication, and interpersonal relations. Your online studies explore such topics as:
- Labor law
- Financial crimes
- Crime and intelligence
- Human behavior awareness
Education
The online Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Madonna University expands leadership and management skills needed for professional careers in colleges and universities. Higher Education Administration integrates evidence-based theory with modern, culturally relevant practices to address issues in society and higher education. Students benefit from the support and dedication of the faculty at Madonna University.
The online master’s program offers:
- Two classes per semester
- Synchronous, asynchronous, and blended education
- Completion in two years
HEA courses emphasize civic engagement, compliance, enrollment management, learning innovation, service learning, academic affairs, and student life. Foundational values include respect for each person, peace, and justice. By completing the online master’s degree program in higher education administration, graduates can make a lasting impact on the lives of students from all walks of life.
Healthcare
The online Master of Public Health trains students to face emerging challenges in the healthcare industry. The onlin program offers two specialty tracks, Population Health Care Management or Health Care Informatics and Quality Transformation. Experienced faculty ensure that students have the leading knowledge and tools for the field.
Career opportunities for graduates include, but are not limited to:
- Epidemiologist
- Community health program manager
- Quality analyst
With the online master’s degree in public health, students will be prepared to address issues in local, national, and global communities. Graduates will bring empathy, strong leadership, and refined skills to the healthcare industry. Graduates will make a lasting impact on the lives of others.
Nursing
Finish your bachelor’s degree to open the door to career advancement opportunities with Madonna University’s online RN to BSN program. Registered Nurses seeking to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing can take advantage of this flexible online program without disrupting their current employment.
The demand is strong for BSN-credentialed nurses in settings including hospitals, private medical practices, schools and colleges, mental health treatment centers, assisted living homes, and community health facilities. Students in this online nursing program are developed into confident, prepared, and patient-focused professionals. Graduates will be prepared to promote excellence and leadership in the nursing profession.
Nurses can expect to take courses in:
- Evidence-based nursing practice
- Population based care
- Health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention
- Health assessment and promotion
- Nursing leadership for promoting quality and safety
Take your education and your career to the highest level with the Doctor of Nursing Practice at Madonna University. This online nurse practitioner degree offers an interdisciplinary knowledge base and an advanced interprofessional skill set that prepares students to influence healthcare through policy and patient care.
Nurses have demanding yet rewarding careers and with this online degree you have the flexibility needed to build a schedule that suits your needs without interrupting your career. Within two years of full-time or part-time study students gain the knowledge and skills needed to maximize quality, reduce costs, and increase access to healthcare. Courses are designed to meet the changing demands of health care and cover such topics as:
- Economic and financial management
- Health policy analysis
- Advanced research methods
- Scientific inquiry
- Interprofessional development
The MSN in Nursing Leadership is an online nursing administration degree from Madonna University. Featuring a curriculum that is 100% online, this program allows nurses to advance their careers while becoming leaders in care delivery and professional support. Plus, since you are able to work while earning this degree, you can immediately begin applying new skills to your current career. Courses cover both healthcare and business, enabling students to use research-based problem solving and decision-making methods to lead health delivery services. The program improves your skills in communication and collaboration and teaches the concept of stewardship in organizational sustainability. You will be able to maximize patient safety and quality of care. Graduates are prepared to take on leadership and management positions in healthcare organizations, becoming chief nursing officers, directors of nursing services, nurse leaders, directors of clinical services, and more.
Madonna University offers a Post-Master's Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner degree, an online adult nurse practitioner program for nurses seeking to advance their careers. This degree is aimed at those interested in caring for young adults, adults, and older adults. You will learn to assess, diagnose, and treat their complex acute, critical, and chronic health conditions.
At Madonna University emphasis is placed on evidence-based patient centered care. Courses focus on preventing illnesses, quality assurance, and seamless care coordination. Graduates are well-prepared for the work environment after completing 600 direct care supervised clinical practicum hours, allowing them to personally experience working in various acute care inpatient settings and specialties.
Are you a NP or a CNS but seek to specialize in gerontology? If so, the Post-Master's Certificate in APRN Gerontology, an online adult nurse practitioner program, allows you to begin working solely with older adults and their families.
At Madonna University you do not have to give up your “day job” as you earn a degree but can complete a majority of the requirements online. The curriculum provides an interdisciplinary approach to managing an older adult’s complex health care needs. Focus is placed on culturally sensitive, evidence-based care management strategies, including gerontology pharmacology, physiology, and assessment considerations.
Psychology & Human Services
The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is an online sociology degree from Madonna University. With this program students study social change, social life, diverse communities, and their interactions. You will learn to use scientific methods to find answers to complex social questions and gain the skills needed to succeed in the ever-changing social world. Coursework improves skills in communication, collaboration, analytical problem solving, multicultural understanding, effective writing, and research. Small class sizes allow students to receive personal interaction with faculty as they develop a greater understanding of globalized society and prepare to offer solutions to social problems.
Graduates are prepared to enter entry-level professions or pursue advanced degrees in areas that include:
- Social work
- Psychology
- Marketing
- Criminal justice