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These articles are resources that will help you gather information so you can take action. Searching for advice on how to build confidence as an online learner? Curious about OSU’s efforts to make higher education more affordable? This is the place.

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Oregon State earns national honor for its ability to help online learners succeed

4 minute read Quality Matters, the nation’s leading authority on quality assurance for online education programs, awarded Oregon State with its Online Learner Success Certification — recognizing OSU for its ability to “demonstrate that their learners are achieving success at a high rate.”

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Oregon State University hires new director to lead strategic expansion of alternative credentials

5 minute read Read a Q&A with Devin Miles, director of alternative credentials in the Division of Educational Ventures, to learn how Oregon State continues to expand access and opportunity for students everywhere.

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Oregon State’s honors degree online exceeds expectations, finds strong demand

3 minute read When Oregon State University’s Honors College extended the Honors Baccalaureate to students earning their degrees exclusively online, the expectation was for around 15 students to enroll by the beginning of fall term 2023. Instead, there were more than 50.

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Explaining Oregon State’s top-10 ranking for best online bachelor’s degrees

2 minute read Oregon State University is ranked No. 4 in the nation for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs by U.S. News & World Report. But what does the ranking mean in terms of a student’s learning experience? We dig into the criteria to explain why OSU ranks highly.

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What kind of online computer science degree should you pursue?

5 minute read Oregon State University offers multiple online bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science. Read our guide to better understand who each program is designed for, skills you’ll gain and possible career outcomes.