Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Online Degrees Designed for Adult Learners
Since our founding in 1971, Empire State College SUNY has empowered students from all walks of life to achieve their greatest dreams through academic innovation. Our faculty, with decades of collective experience in virtual and individualized instruction, deliver high-quality education tailored to adult learners. We prioritize access, flexibility, and innovation, offering 123+ online programs designed specifically for online learning. Our commitment to credit for prior learning allows students to leverage life experience, licenses, and independent study toward degree completion. Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, we maintain rigorous academic standards while embedding support for neurodivergent students and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.With 84% of students receiving financial aid and programs more affordable than in-state tuition in 31 states, we remove barriers to education. Our 24/7 student support services, including academic advising, career planning, and online library resources, ensure learners receive personalized assistance throughout their journey. As SUNY's leading online university, we prepare graduates to become leaders in their fields while maintaining a global impact through accessible education.
Services
Online Degree Programs
Credit for Prior Learning
Financial Aid Assistance
Career Planning Services
24/7 Academic Support
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer 120+ online programs tailored for adult learners
- Our credit for prior learning saves students $10,000 and 3-4 terms
- Tuition is more affordable than in-state rates in 31 states
- We provide 24/7 academic and career support services
- Our faculty specialize in online education with decades of experience
Associations and certifications
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Services
Online Degree Programs
SUNY Empire offers 123+ fully online degree programs designed for adult learners. Our flexible curriculum allows students to balance education with work and family commitments. Programs include undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates, and microcredentials across diverse fields.
Credit for Prior Learning
We evaluate professional licenses, military training, and independent study for academic credit. This process helps students save $10,000 on average and complete degrees 30% faster by recognizing real-world experience as transferable credits.
24/7 Student Support
Our support team provides round-the-clock help with academic advising, career planning, and technical issues. Services include online tutoring, library resources, and personalized guidance to ensure student success in online learning environments.
Financial Aid Programs
84% of our students receive financial aid through federal and state programs. We offer scholarships, grants, and payment plans to make education accessible, with tuition rates more affordable than in-state costs in 31 states.
Career Development Services
Career advisors help students translate academic achievements into professional opportunities. Services include resume building, interview preparation, and connecting graduates with our network of 100,000+ alumni in leadership positions worldwide.
Questions
What online degree programs do you offer?
We offer 123+ online programs including undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates, and microcredentials across business, healthcare, technology, and liberal arts fields.
How does credit for prior learning work?
Our evaluators assess professional licenses, military training, and independent study for academic credit, potentially saving $10,000 and 3-4 semesters of coursework.
Is financial aid available?
84% of our students receive financial aid through federal grants, state programs, and university scholarships to help cover tuition costs.
What support services are available?
Students receive 24/7 academic advising, career planning, online tutoring, and library resources to support their educational journey.
Are your degrees accredited?
Yes, SUNY Empire is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring quality and transferability of credits.