We know life doesn't hit pause when you hit the books, so we've designed our 100+ online degree programs to work with your busy schedule.
We Are Committed to Veteran Students
Serving a military-affiliated student population of approximately 40 percent, Columbia Southern University offers flexible online degree programs and affordable tuition rates to its veteran students. CSU’s dedicated veteran support staff is comprised of current and former military members who understand the unique needs of these students and their families. They provide support with GI Bill®, military training credits, VA benefits and more.
Veterans Flexible Enrollment
Our exclusive Veterans Flexible Enrollment option gives students who are using VA educational benefits the flexibility they need and deserve to earn their degrees at their own pace.
*Federal Student Aid is unavailable for students who enroll in Veterans Flexible Enrollment.
Degree Options
- Business Administration
- Criminal Justice
- Fire Science
- Health Care Management
- Homeland Security
- Human Resource Management
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Nursing
For a complete list of concentrations available for each degree, visit our Degree Listings page or choose a degree from the list above.
Upcoming Start Dates
Why CSU?
- Tuition ranked in the top 1% of schools for affordability
- Institutionally accredited by regional accreditor SACSCOC
- Nearly 2/3 of recent grads finished with zero student loan debt
- 24/7 course access and 11 start dates throughout the year
- Supportive faculty and staff committed to your success
- Ideal for first-time students and those returning to complete their degree
Testimonals
CSU provides the highest flexibility possible and allows their students to pursue their studies as slowly or as quickly as they need.
Hasan Sami Moudarres
It has been challenging yet rewarding at the same time.
Tawanna Jefferson
Excellent. All of the faculty have been exceptional and they worked with me to help in any way they could.
Dan Hughes
*Testimonials may not reflect the experience of all CSU students.
See how much you could save on your degree.
Curious to see how Columbia Southern University stacks up against other online degree programs? Our cost comparison calculator lets you see exactly how our tuition and fees measure up to other schools nationwide. In just a few clicks, you’ll see why CSU is the smart choice for your education and your wallet.
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Footnotes
- Based on tuition and fees. According to College Scorecard's four-year distance-only U.S. colleges (Dec. 5, 2022) Back to Affordability
- Columbia Southern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Back to Accreditation
- Data calculated from internal Columbia Southern University financial data, based on 65.1% with zero student loan debt from the graduating classes of 2021, 2022 and 2023. Back to Student Loan Debt