{"id":1432,"date":"2020-06-15T08:15:11","date_gmt":"2020-06-15T15:15:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/?p=1432"},"modified":"2026-02-25T12:10:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T20:10:42","slug":"oregon-state-online-programs-stand-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/news\/oregon-state-online-programs-stand-out\/","title":{"rendered":"What makes Oregon State online programs stand out?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"intrinsic-container intrinsic-container-16x9\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"744\" height=\"419\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MVSiEmfI6B0?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/div>\n<h2>Can a high-quality degree and rigorous coursework truly be delivered online?<\/h2>\n<p>We started asking that question decades ago. We\u2019ve risen to the challenge so that we can answer with a resounding <strong>\u201cYES!\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, how exactly did we do that? With just the right mix of innovation, creativity, world-class faculty and unmatched student support services.<\/p>\n<h2>How do I learn science online?<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve got you covered. We offer virtual labs, home-delivered lab kits, virtual reality exploration and cutting-edge, custom solutions all created by our in-house team of media experts and instructional designers.<\/p>\n<h2>Can I really learn computer science virtually?<\/h2>\n<p>You bet you can. Try our leading <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/computer-science-postbacc\/\">applied computer science postbaccalaureate program<\/a> intended for students who already have an undergraduate degree, the <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/computer-science\/\">B.S. in Computer Science program<\/a> if you\u2019re just getting started, or supplement your degree with a <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/certificates\/cybersecurity\/\">certificate in cybersecurity<\/a>. All of our computer science programs are sure to make you stand out to future employers.<\/p>\n<h2>Is it possible to deliver quality courses in the humanities online?<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s one of our specialties. We\u2019ve got unique degrees online and award-winning instructors ready to contemplate life\u2019s biggest questions with you through writing, video, interactive activities and more. Whether you\u2019re interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/philosophy\/\">philosophy<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/foreign-languages\/\">languages<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/undergraduate\/history\/\">history<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/topics\/?topic=liberal-arts\">another subject area<\/a>, we\u2019ve got the humanities you want.<\/p>\n<h2>But how can you support students at a distance?<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve asked ourselves this question, too because student success is crucial to us. We take the success of our students personally and provide services that go beyond expectations. We have folks who can help you navigate the application and enrollment processes, provide one-on-one success coaching, deliver proctoring, connect you with on-campus cultural centers, help find the tutors you need and the list goes on.<\/p>\n<p>So, to answer our question, \u201cIs it possible to deliver quality and rigorous classes online?\u201d we confidently answer <strong>yes<\/strong>. That&#8217;s what makes Ecampus different. Now, you should experience our top-ranked online programs firsthand.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Your future is out there. Count us in.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"rfi-button\" class=\"button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ecampus.oregonstate.edu\/online-degrees\/topics\/\">Learn more today<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minute read<\/span><\/span>Can a high-quality degree truly be delivered online? How can you support students at a distance? How do I learn science online? At OSU Ecampus, we hear questions like these often, and we&#8217;re proud to have the answers \u2013 as well as decades of experience in delivering nationally-ranked education to students around the world. 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