Fort Hays State University is one of the nation's most affordable learning institutions. Through distance education, we offer a variety of degree programs to meet your needs. FHSU has called Hays, Kansas home for over 100 years and is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The University
Fort Hays State University is celebrating a century of excellence in education. Founded in 1902, FHSU has developed a reputation for excellent teaching, academic research and community partnerships with the people of Kansas and beyond. Today, FHSU serves over 4,500 on-campus students and over 7,000 distance education students throughout the world. FHSU looks forward to a second century of service and excellence in a knowledge-driven global society. Regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, FHSU is one of six state-assisted institutions of higher education in the state of Kansas and is governed by the Board of Regents.
Virtual College
The Virtual College works in partnership with the Fort Hays State University faculty members to market and distribute 500 course offerings to students throughout the world. The Virtual College provides FHSU distance education opportunities for individuals interested in pursuing affordable excellence in undergraduate and masters degree programs. We also seek to serve the life-long learning needs of our alumni, the military and others in need of a quality, affordable education.
Fort Hays State University's Virtual College is committed to advancing its distance learning offerings. From complete distance delivery degree programs, like the Bachelor of General Studies and Master of Liberal Studies degrees, to Cisco certification and professional development courses for teachers, you will find something to meet your needs.
Faculty
Faculty members who teach the courses offered through the Virtual College are the same highly credentialed, full-time faculty members as those teaching courses on campus. Many faculty members hold doctorates or terminal degrees in their respective fields. Some undergraduate courses may be taught by graduate teaching assistants or qualified adjunct faculty members under the supervision of doctorate-holding faculty. FHSU prides itself on a 17-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio.
Delivery Media
The Virtual College delivers distance learning course work through asynchronous and synchronous modes. Asynchronous delivery (anytime/any place) includes: the Internet, DVD, and CD-ROMs. Synchronous delivery (same time/different locations) includes: interactive television (ITV), face-to-face, desktop videoconferencing, and specially arranged delivery.
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Accreditation
Fort Hays State University is regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Benefits
Benefit from one of Fort Hays State University's over 30 award-winning online programs that have helped make them a leader in online education. All courses are taught by talented instructors, many of whom teach on-campus courses at Fort Hays State. They will always put your success first, and be there for you via phone or email whenever you need help. You will also benefit from helpful student services such as academic assistance and advising, online access to the bookstore, access to career services center and outstanding technical support. All of FHSU's online degree programs are tailored to teach you the skills needed to succeed in today's fastest-growing careers. You can earn an Associate, Bachelor's or Master's degree online in fields such as Nursing, Business, Computer Technology and Networking, Education, Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Tourism and Hospitality Management and more. If you graduate from one of these programs, you will join a proud group of more than 40,000 individuals in the United States and 61 countries around the world who claim Fort Hays State University as their alma mater.
Financial Assistance
Fort Hays State University aims to make their already affordable tuition rates even more available by assisting students find a variety of forms of financial assistance. Many online students can benefit from scholarships offered both by the school and by outside sources. FHSU has online scholarship application that allows you to apply for all of their scholarship options at the same time, and they will also assist you in finding outside scholarships if need be. You can also qualify for student grants and/or loans from the student government or receive special Veteran's benefits if you're eligible. All important financial aid application forms are available online, and you can always contact FHSU's Financial Assistance Office if you have any questions or concerns. They will do their best to make financing an education as easy and stress-free as possible.
