If you’re a working adult thinking about going back to school, there’s a lot to consider. Maybe you’re working a full-time job, trying to balance family obligations, or just trying to keep up with life in general. And you’re wondering how pursuing your master’s degree can fit into all of that.
At Athens State University, we understand that balance. As one of Alabama’s top-ranked universities for transfer students and working adults, we’ve built our online master’s degree programs with you in mind.
An Online Master’s Degree for Working Adults
Athens State offers a wide variety of master’s degrees you can earn fully online. Whether you work in education, business, healthcare administration, or a growing field like cybersecurity or global logistics, our programs are specifically designed to help grow your skills AND your career.
Here’s what to you can expect from an online master’s degree in Alabama from Athens State:
Designed for Flexibility
As a premier destination for transfer students and working adults, many of our graduate students find themselves balancing school with a full-time career and family responsibilities. We aim to lessen the load by making our programs as flexible as possible to work with your busy schedule.
Courses are designed to accommodate your lifestyle, with flexible scheduling options including:
- Nights
- Weekends
- Online
This way, you can access your courses when it works best for you, from anywhere with an internet connection—so you can earn your master’s degree without skipping a beat.
Affordable and Accessible
Earning your master’s degree is a big investment and most students are often concerned about the cost. We help keep your tuition within budget by offering:
- Competitive Tuition Rates: Our tuition rates are some of the lowest in Alabama, and many of our programs consistently receive recognition as the most affordable options for transfer students and working adults.
- Flexible Payment Plans: If you’d prefer to make payments and pay for your tuition as you go, we offer a comprehensive tuition payment plan with easy enrollment, flexible payment options, and no interest.
- Financial Aid Guidance: We provide a simple step-by-step guide to correctly prepare your FAFSA for graduate studies at Athens State, so you can qualify for loans and other financial aid options for your master’s degree.
Admissions Made Simple
Our admission process is designed to be smooth and supportive, with personal guidance every step of the way. As a degree-seeking student, your application requirements include:
- Submitting a completed graduate admissions application
- Submitting official transcripts from all the previous colleges or universities you attended
- Being in good standing with all the institutions you attended
- Providing any other documents requested by your chosen program (such as specific test scores, portfolios, etc.)
- Having a 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Meeting all your chosen graduate program requirements
Real Career Outcomes
Earning your online master’s degree from Athens State can help you move up in your current field or pivot into something new. Our alumni go on to experience many kinds of success in their careers, including:
- Career Advancement: Many of our graduates become leaders in education, business, government, and nonprofit sectors across the region.
- Financial Growth: Earning your master’s degree could increase your earning potential. With an Athens State graduate degree, our alumni saw their annual salaries increase by as much as $11,700.
Why Graduate Students Choose Athens State
Our graduate students are parents, professionals, veterans, and community leaders. They chose Athens State because we see the full picture. You’re not just a student here—you’re a person with goals, responsibilities, and dreams.
We’ve designed our programs around your needs so you don’t have to choose between growing your career and living your life.
Ready to get started?
Explore our graduate programs today!
