Recognized for academic excellence since its founding in 1948, Brandeis University is ranked in the top tier of the nation's universities. Brandeis combines the faculty and resources of a world-class research institution with the intimacy and personal attention of a small liberal arts college.
The Rabb School Division of Graduate Professional Studies
The Division of Graduate Professional Studies distance learning program delivers the same level of academic excellence found in its on-campus programs with the additional convenience and flexibility of an online format. Our creative and flexible approach to graduate education provides individuals the opportunity to advance their education while also balancing career and personal commitments.
Course Structure
GPS distance learning (DL) courses are Internet-based, innovative and flexible. They are asynchronous, with weekly assignments and participation requirements, but no required day or time during which students must be online. Most students are able to fully participate regardless of their location or schedule.
Classes follow a ten-week course schedule with instructors assigning discussion questions, homework and/or projects each week. Students have direct contact with their instructors and peers on a daily basis, using such tools as the discussion bulletin board, chat rooms, e-mail, the assignments tool, and other features offered in our customized learning management system.
Excellent Faculty
Distance learning courses are taught by the same experienced faculty members who also teach on campus. Our experienced faculty members are practicing professionals who bridge the gap between in-depth academic theory and the dynamic application of knowledge and skills required by today's changing industries and emerging fields. In addition, they have been trained in distance learning teaching methods, and they strive to create a collaborative learning environment in their online courses.
Rigorous, Respected Curriculum
Quality Course Content — We offer a cutting-edge curriculum which is constantly evolving according to the needs of its industry. Our courses combine theory and practice, allowing students to immediately apply what they learn in their courses to their workplace environment.
Vast Research and Reference Materials
Students enrolled in distance learning courses automatically have access to both our on-campus libraries as well as our extensive online libraries.
The Libraries at Brandeis offer over a million volumes and over 20,000 print and electronic journals for the research process. They utilize an automation system known as Library Online User Information System (LOUIS), an online catalog of library and reserve materials. A variety of computerized databases are also stored via CD-ROM in the main and science Libraries should you be able to visit the campus. Through OCLC, an international network of over 10,000 libraries, students have access to an online database of almost 30,000,000 cataloging records. Brandeis also participates in the Boston Library Consortium, an access network of 12 academic and research institutions in Massachusetts.
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Accreditation
Brandeis University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and College.
Benefits
The Rabb School of Continuing Study at Brandeis University offers completely online Master's degree programs in unique aspects of some of today's most in-demand fields. These fields include Health and Medical Informatics, Information Assurance, Information Technology Management, Management of Projects and Programs, Software Engineering and Virtual Team Management. Each program is rigorous and informative, and provides students with the quality education they would receive at any of Brandeis' on-campus programs. Furthermore, the curriculum stays cutting-edge due to the presence of executives from leading companies, who serve on Brandeis' program advisory councils and provide input for course and program needs. This allows for very focused education that allows you to specialize in a certain field and become highly competitive when seeking a job within the field. Brandeis also places particular emphasis on small classes and genuine mentorship, so that students get the individual attention they need to succeed. You can learn more about any of these programs online through the in-depth program information videos they provide online.
Financial Assistance
Brandeis University is committed to making a first-rate education affordable to all, and to this end they award nearly $9 million in scholarships and grants each year in addition to need-based aid. Their Office of Student Financial Services provide instruction and counseling on applying for need-based financial aid, and determining eligibility for such funding, as well as guidance on financing the cost of a Brandeis education via private student and parent loans and payment plans. They also guide students and families by providing information relating to bill charges, payments and federal student loans. Brandeis makes it easy to apply for Financial Aid by making all necessary financial aid forms available online. They also run an active blog about matters related to financing in order to help keep students aware of key issues related to financial aid. You can also always feel free to contact the office with any questions or leave comments and suggestions online.
