COE and Online Education

OnlineColleges.net was started in 2009 as a response to the global surge in online education. As the demand for our resources grew, we began creating more original content and funding proprietary research. In early 2016 we relaunched as the Center for Online Education to better reflect the breadth of knowledge and information on our site.

Once dominated by for-profit institutions, online education is growing at public and private nonprofit schools. New opportunities for advanced skill development, professional certification and work-based learning will also integrate online access throughout the span of your career. Students have more options than ever before when it comes to getting an education from an accredited online college.

Our team of internal experts and collaborative partners is dedicated to bringing you the most up-to-date, accurate information about the online learning experience. Our online college rankings, student guides, and in-depth analyses of current online education trends fill a gap in the resources available to help students, instructors, and parents. These include resources and tips on topics ranging from financial aid and accreditation, to study skills and career planning.