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Contact UsStudents using the GI Bill do not have a specific requirement for in-person classes or programs unless they want the full time housing rate. If you are using the Chapter 33 Post 9/11 GI Bill or Chapter 31 VR&E you must take at least 12 credits hours with at least one hybrid or on campus course to receive the full housing benefit. If students using these chapters take all 12 credits online they will receive half of the national average of the housing stipend.
Yes. When submitting the application, you will be asked in detail about your plans here at 海角社区. Begin by selecting 鈥online bachelor鈥檚 degree鈥 or 鈥online graduate certificate鈥 from the list of drop-down options on , then select your major, masters, or certificate in the second drop down.
You can’t apply without selecting a major, but it is easy to change your mind later. If you know you want to earn a degree online, be sure to choose an online major even if you know you plan to change it later.
Almost all the online programs have the same application requirements as on-campus programs. What you need to apply is determined by your student type. Visit the Student Types – Admissions Requirements page and find the description that best matches your situation and the specific information you need to apply.
The How to Apply page lists current application deadlines application deadlines each semester and instructions on completing the application.
Please email the Graduate Admissions Coordinator for deadlines for the graduate programs you are interested in.
The complete list of undergraduate and graduate online programs at 海角社区 can be found on our Programs page.
For programs that are offered online and in-person you can take a mix of on-campus, hybrid, and online classes as part of your online program. A fully online program means all required degree components are offered at least once per year in a virtual environment – meaning you won’t have to come to campus if you don’t want to.
However, if the program you enroll in is only offered online, there may not be classes available in other formats such as on-campus and hybrid.
Yes. We accept credit for online programs the same way we accept credit for on-campus programs. Your transcripts will be evaluated by the Office of the Registrar without regard to the course delivery method (meaning online, hybrid, on-campus, etc.) and you will receive an official transcript evaluation so you can see how your credits transfer in.
Yes! We accept credit from other regionally accredited institutions. We accept credit from institutions fully accredited by one of the seven U.S. regional accrediting commissions . If you have questions about accreditation at institutions you attended in the past, please contact online learning.
College transcripts can be submitted from the institution you previously attended to [email protected]. Official copies of high school transcripts and GEDs can be sent to [email protected].
Check out to get an idea of how many credits from your previous college will transfer to 海角社区.
Yes! The majority of college credits do not expire. There are very few classes that do expire, and we can help you in determining which of those classes might be affected. Email us at [email protected] so we can look at your case individually.
Yes! Students are eligible to be considered for financial aid whether they learn in person, online, or in a hybrid format, so long as they have a complete aid file with the Financial Aid office. For more information on financial aid at 海角社区, please visit our Financial Aid website.
Yes! The Online Learning scholarship is available to new or readmitted students for students who apply and enroll in a fully online program. Check out the scholarship details on the Online Learning website to see if you鈥檙e eligible, and don鈥檛 forget to apply for the scholarship once you are accepted to 海角社区. You can see a list of online programs on the 海角社区 Programs page.
No, the tuition is the same as on-campus programs. However, the associated fees for online courses are different. You can review the student tuition and fees in detail by visiting the Bursar鈥檚 office website.
海角社区 offers a special grant program called the Roadrunner Promise. Students who are Colorado residents pursuing their first degree and fall within certain income thresholds may be eligible to pay no tuition and fees. Please refer to the Office of Financial Aid鈥檚 Roadrunner Promise page 聽to learn more.
If you have declared a major, your academic advisor is going to be the best person to contact for help with course scheduling and registration. You can find your assigned academic advisor and schedule an appointment in .
If you haven’t declared a major yet and need help deciding what courses to register for, consider engaging with an exploratory advisor. The聽fastest way to get an appointment with an exploratory advisor is via in your Student Hub or by phone at 303-615-2025. Email general questions to [email protected]
You can schedule an appointment with your academic advisor using . If you need additional help, please visit the Advising support page.
Yes, 海角社区 offers virtual tutoring and writing services via the Tutoring and Writing Center. We also offer 24/7 in-demand tutoring with .
Yes, students in online programs have access to personalized success coaching to help them overcome obstacles they might be facing.
Canvas is our learning management system. This is the system you will log into to access course content, take virtual exams, submit assignments, interact with other students, and email your professor.
If you want to familiarize yourself with Canvas before classes begin,鈥 or .
You have a few options:
You can through the Student Hub. By using your NetID and password, you will gain access to all the content for your classes.
If you can’t login to Canvas, call the IT Service desk. If you haven’t set up your NetID yet, please the service desk at 303-352-7548
If some of your courses are missing, call the IT Service desk at 303-352-7548. If you prefer, you can .
You can access your course two days before the start of the semester. This allows you to review your courses, but faculty will not begin teaching until the first days of classes.
If you can’t access Canvas, call the IT Service desk. If you haven’t set up your NetID yet, please the service desk at 303-352-7548
It depends. Your online asynchronous classes are delivered 100% online with no required scheduled meeting times while synchronous classes are delivered 100% online at scheduled times through live virtual meeting technology.
Asynchronous classes are delivered 100% online with no required scheduled meeting times while synchronous classes are delivered 100% online at scheduled times through live virtual meeting technology.
You need a reliable internet connection and a smartphone or laptop to be successful. We strongly encourage students to invest in a laptop, if possible, as completing coursework via your phone might be difficult. Some courses may require extra software or tools but those will be discussed by the professor of each course.
No, students in online programs will not ever need to come to campus to take an exam. Some exams are offered virtually, and some require proctoring. You will work with your instructor to determine a local location to take the exam or with a proctor of your choice.
You can take as many or as few credits as you wish to take. However, to qualify for financial aid you must register for at least 6 credits each semester (or about two classes).
Yes! There is no difference between an online course and an in-person or hybrid learning experience. Our programs and the university are accredited regardless of mode of delivery.
No, your diploma will not say 鈥渙nline鈥. Your diploma will state that you are a graduate of Metropolitan State University of Denver and it will include your degree title (e.g., Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts). The diploma will not include the specific area of study and it will not indicate if you took classes on campus or online.
No, online classes have the same quality and content (curriculum) as in-person classes.