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Charleston Southern Online offers bachelor’s and master’s programs tailored to meet your needs whether you are working to complete your first degree or seeking an advanced degree. Work full-time? Parenting? Feel like you have no time? Seeking a degree online at CSU makes your dreams and goals of an accredited degree attainable while juggling life!

U.S. News & World Report has named Charleston Southern to its top 25 Best Online Bachelor’s (#11) and top 10 Best Online Bachelor’s for Veterans lists (#8), making Charleston Southern Online the best online bachelor’s program in the state of South Carolina.

CSU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.


Areas of Study

Business

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Business

Receive a professional business degree with options of on-campus, online or hybrid delivery. Learn what is needed to work in the business industry with integrity, morality and competency.

Degrees Format
General Business (MBA) Online & On-campus
General Business (10-month MBA) Online
Business Analytics (MS) Online
Project Management (MS) Online

Business Analytics

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Business Analytics

The Master of Science in business analytics prepares graduates with critical skills necessary to succeed in the emerging field of data science. The Charleston Southern online curriculum emphasizes effective analytical techniques, data mining, business analysis and modeling, analytic decision-making and more.

Degrees Format
Business Analytics (MS) Online

Computer Science

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Computer Science

We pair the fundamental knowledge of computer science with cutting edge technology — allowing students immediate application in the workplace. Faculty are always available and easy to approach for questions and help. 

Degrees Format
Computer and Information Sciences (BA) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (BT) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (MS) Online & On-campus

Criminal Justice

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Criminal Justice

CSU is a leader in the field of criminal justice education. Our program provides professional training in the major areas of criminal justice: law enforcement, court systems and corrections. Students who study criminal justice at CSU are also equipped to be agents of change in the communities they serve.

Degrees Format
Criminal Justice (BS) Online & On-campus
Criminal Justice (MS) Online & On-campus
Public Safety Management (MS) Online & On-campus

Healthcare

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Healthcare

Charleston Southern’s online program in healthcare administration allows those working in various medical roles to advance their career in administration. CSU has a strong reputation within the regional healthcare community.

Degrees Format
Business – Healthcare Management emphasis (MBA) Online and Hybrid
Healthcare Administration (BS) Online

Hospitality & Tourism

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Hospitality & Tourism

Prepare for a career in hotel management, entertainment facilities or tourist destinations. Classes in CSU’s hospitality and tourism program explore key areas of this industry: economics, marketing, communications, law, human resources and strategic planning.

Degrees Format
Hospitality & Tourism Management (BS) Online

Human Resources

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Human Resources

Overall employment for workers in human resource management positions is expected to grow much faster than the average for all other professions, with a 22 percent growth rate over the next 10 years. Learn more about our programs that prepare you for advancement in the human resources field.

Degrees Format
Human Resources (BS) Online
Human Resource Management (MS) Online & On-campus

Leadership

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Leadership

The Master of Arts in organizational leadership at Charleston Southern University focuses on cultivating leadership skills for professionals who need to learn how to more effectively lead and manage people in business, nonprofits or government. Courses are offered year-round with the options of on-campus, online or hybrid delivery methods each semester.

Degrees Format
Organizational Leadership (MA) Online & On-campus

Management

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Management

Degrees Format
General Business (10-month MBA) Online
General Business (MBA) Online and Hybrid
Management (BS) Online
Management (MS) Online
Project Management (MS) Online

Nursing

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Nursing

Getting your Master of Science in nursing from Charleston Southern University offers you the flexibility and support you need to pursue continued education while working. This program offers five-week intensive classes where you are only engaged in one class at a time so that you can focus on the material at hand. Teaching projects and […]

Degrees Format
Nursing (MS) Online

Professional Studies

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Professional Studies

The Bachelor of Science in professional studies is a well-rounded and relevant program designed with the working professional in mind. Complete your undergraduate degree from one of the top universities for online learning nationwide! Courses are offered year-round with 7-week semesters.

Degrees Format
Professional Studies (BS) Online

Project Management

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Project Management

Students with a project management degree often work for manufacturing companies, government contracting and government sectors, military logistics and operations. With a ranking of #1 in South Carolina as Best Online Bachelor’s Program (U.S. News & World Report, 2019), the Bachelor of Science in project management is the perfect choice for working professionals.

Degrees Format
Project Management (BS) Online
Project Management (MS) Online

Psychology

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Psychology

The psychology program at CSU provides a strong education integrated with our Christian faith. Partnerships with local organizations offer great internship opportunities, and CSU has one of the most active Psi Chi (psychology honors organization) chapters in the country. Speakers, workshops and service opportunities provide even more opportunities to learn about meeting the needs of […]

Degrees Format
Psychology (BA) Online

Supply Chain

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Supply Chain

Charleston Southern’s degrees in supply chain management give you the skills and abilities to think in concert about the people, processes and technologies required for world-class integrated supply chain management. Supply chain managers are responsible for synchronizing the flow of products, information and funds between their organizations and both their suppliers and customers in a […]

Degrees Format
Supply Chain Management Online
Supply Chain Management (MS) Online
Business – Supply Chain Management emphasis (MBA) Online & Hybrid

Technology

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Technology

We pair the fundamental knowledge of computer science with cutting edge technology — allowing students immediate application in the workplace. Faculty are always available and easy to approach for questions and help. 

Degrees Format
Computer and Information Sciences (BA) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (BT) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (MS) Online & On-campus

CSU Online

Fits Your Schedule.

Our programs are designed for the nontraditional student seeking a bachelor’s or master’s degree program that works with her/his current commitments and schedule.

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Faith-Based

It is CSU’s mission to see our students discover their purpose and live out their potential. We integrate our biblical faith in everything that we do while assuring academic excellence.

Whether you are local or on a different continent, we value you! Learn more about our campus ministries and mission opportunities here.

Military Friendly

Voted #8 nationwide for Best Bachelor’s Online Programs for Veterans, CSU has been providing educational programs and services to military personnel and their families for over 40 years.

Active duty military, Reserves, and National Guard are eligible to take courses at CSU for only $250 per credit hour!

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Contact CSU Online

Marc Embler

Marc Embler

Dean of the College of Adult and Professional Studies, Associate VPAA for CSU Online
P843-863-7131
Emembler@csuniv.edu