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Online Undergraduate Programs

Earn your bachelor's degree online, on a schedule that works for your life.

Whether you’re starting fresh, returning to college, or bringing transfer credits with you, PennWest Global Online offers flexible undergraduate programs designed to help you move forward. Learn from the same faculty who teach on campus, build career-ready skills, and get personalized support from enrollment through graduation.


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Flexible online learning

Study around work, family, and other responsibilities with online programs designed for real life.

Transfer-friendly pathways

Bring in previous college credits and make the most of the work you have already done.

Career-focused programs

Build practical knowledge and skills that connect directly to what employers need.

Support that stays with you

Get guidance from enrollment staff, success coaches, faculty, and career resources along the way.

 




Explore Undergraduate Programs

Find the online bachelor’s, associates, or certificate program that fits your interests, goals, and schedule. Explore undergraduate options across PennWest Global Online and compare the paths that align with where you want to go next.

 

Associate Degree • OnlineACBSP-accredited

Accounting (AS)

Start your path in financial reporting and decision support.

60 credits 2 years ACBSP-accredited 100% online
Accounts Payable/Receivable • Fiscal Technician • Payroll Clerk/Specialist • Accounting Assistant • Billing Specialist • Credit & Collections Specialist
Bachelor's Degree • OnlineACBSP-accredited

Accounting (BSBA)

Build advanced skills in auditing, taxation and analytics.

120 credits 4 years ACBSP-accredited 100% online
Accountant/Auditor • Financial Reporting Analyst • Accounts Payable/Receivable Lead • Payroll Analyst • Internal Audit Associate • Fixed Assets/GL Accountant • Compliance Analyst (SOX/controls)
Associate Degree • Online

Allied Health (AS)

Build healthcare management, education, and medical sales foundations.

30 credits 2 years 100% online
Patient Care Coordinator • Health Unit Coordinator • Medical Office Supervisor • Health Insurance Representative • Sales Support (Medical Devices/Pharma) • Community Health Assistant • Laboratory Support Technician • Clinic Scheduler
Bachelor's Degree • Online

Allied Health Leadership (BS)

Advance as a credentialed allied health professional into healthcare leadership, education, and administration.

120 credits 4 years (varies with transfer) 100% online
Health Services Coordinator • Clinical Team Leader • Medical Records Supervisor • Health Education Specialist • Community Health Coordinator • Patient Care Coordinator • Wellness Program Coordinator • Healthcare Operations Assistant
Associate Degree • Online

Applied Technology (AAS)

Build technical, business, and management skills for technology-based industries.

60-63 credits 2 years 100% online
Manufacturing Supervisor • Quality Control Coordinator • Project Manager in Technical Fields • Operations Analyst • Process Improvement Specialist • Industrial Production Manager • Technical Sales Representative • Supply Chain Analyst • Production Planner • Maintenance Supervisor • Health and Safety Officer • Logistics Coordinator • Quality Assurance Analyst • Systems Analyst
Bachelor's Degree • Online

Applied Technology Management (BS)

Prepare to lead people, projects, and systems in technology-driven industries.

120 credits 4 years 100% online
Operations Manager • Project Manager • Quality Assurance Manager • Technical Supervisor • Supply Chain Manager
Bachelor's Degree or Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Arabic Language & Cultures (BA & Certificate)

Build proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic and deepen your understanding of Arabic culture.

Bachelor's: 120 credits • Certificate: 12 credits Bachelor's: ~4 years full-time • Certificate: ~6–12 months 100% online
Translator/Interpreter • International Relations Specialist • Cultural Advisor • Educator/Academic Researcher • Global Business Consultant • International Programs/Outreach Coordinator
Associate Degree • OnlineACBSP-accredited

Business Administration (AS)

Gain a broad foundation in management, marketing and finance.

60 credits 2 years ACBSP-accredited 100% online
Office/Administrative Coordinator • Sales Support Specialist • Marketing Assistant • Operations Assistant • Project Coordinator • Retail Supervisor • Scheduling/Logistics Assistant
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Cannabis Science and Industry (Certificate)

Study cannabis science, cultivation, processing, compliance, and industry best practices.

9 credits Varies by schedule 100% online
Cannabis Cultivation Specialist • Cannabis Processing Technician • Regulatory Compliance Officer • Medical Cannabis Consultant • Cannabis Industry Business Manager
Bachelor's Degree • OnlineABET-accredited

Computer Information Systems (BS)

Blend software, databases, networking, and systems analysis to align technology solutions with business goals.

120 credits ~4 years full-time (varies part-time) ABET-accredited 100% online
Systems Analyst • IT Project Manager • Database Administrator • Information Systems Manager • Software Developer • Data Analyst • Cybersecurity Analyst • Network Administrator
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Creative Writing (Undergraduate Certificate)

Build a polished portfolio across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting and digital writing.

12 credits 6–12 months 100% online
Creative Writer • Content Writer/Strategist • Editor • Copywriter • Screenwriter • Publishing Assistant • Communications Specialist
Associate Degree • Online

Criminal Justice (AS)

Build a foundation in law enforcement, courts, and corrections—designed for direct entry roles or transfer into a bachelor’s.

60 credits 2 years 100% online
Correctional Officer • Crime Analyst • Customs Agent • Criminal Investigator • Forensic Investigator • Juvenile Residential Counselor • Private Investigations Assistant
Bachelor's Degree • Online

Criminal Justice (BS)

Study law enforcement, courts, corrections, ethics, research and human behavior for justice-related leadership roles.

120 credits 4 years 100% online
Correctional Officer • Crime Analyst • Criminal Investigator • Customs Agent • DEA Agent • FBI Agent • Forensic Investigator • Immigration Officer • Legal Assistant • Parole Officer • Security Specialist • Victim Advocate
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Data Science (Undergraduate Certificate)

Build foundational analytics, databases, and programming skills for entry-level data roles.

15 credits 6–12 months 100% online
Data Technician • Reporting Analyst • Business Operations Analyst • Junior BI Developer • QA Data Specialist • Research Assistant
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Diversity and Multicultural Competence (Certificate)

Build cultural awareness and practical skills for fostering inclusive environments.

15 credits Varies by schedule 100% online
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator • Human Resources Specialist • Community Outreach Coordinator • Student Support Specialist • Social Services Worker
Bachelor's Degree • Online

English (Bachelor of Arts)

Develop advanced reading, writing, and analytical skills while tailoring your studies to writing, literary and cultural studies, or a flexible general English path.

120 credits 4 years 100% online
Editor • Copywriter • Content Strategist • Technical Writer • Communications Specialist • Social Media Manager • Publishing Assistant • Grant Writer
Bachelor's Degree • Online

Exercise Science (BS)

Study anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and wellness/strength programming.

120 credits 4 years 100% online
Strength & Conditioning Coach • Personal Trainer • Wellness Coordinator • Health Coach • Fitness Director • Corporate Wellness Specialist • Performance Specialist • Group Fitness Manager • Exercise Physiologist (settings vary)
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Geographic Information Systems (Certificate)

Build applied geospatial skills in GIS software, geodatabases, remote sensing, and spatial analysis.

15 credits 6–12 months 100% online
GIS Technician • Cartographer • Remote Sensing Technician • Conservation Technician • Environmental Technician • Planning Aide • Field Data Collection Technician
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Human Resource Management (Certificate)

Build practical skills in recruiting, compensation, employment law, HRIS and employee relations for people-ops roles.

18 credits 9–12 months 100% online
HR Coordinator • HR Specialist • Talent Acquisition Coordinator/Recruiter • Benefits Coordinator • Training & Development Coordinator • Employee Relations Assistant • People Operations Associate
Associate Degree • Online

Human Services (AS)

Build foundational human services skills through interdisciplinary coursework and internship experience.

60 credits 2 years 100% online
Case Management • Community Outreach • Social Services Assistant • Substance Abuse Support • Mental Health Technician • Youth Services Coordinator • Elderly Care Support • Disability Services Coordinator • Human Services Administration
Bachelor's Degree • OnlineACBSP-accredited

Integrated Business (BS)

Customize a business degree with practical, interdisciplinary business skills.

120 credits 4 years ACBSP-accredited 100% online
Business Analyst • Account Manager • Operations Coordinator • Project Coordinator • Sales Representative / Territory Rep • Customer Success Manager • Marketing Coordinator
Associate Degree • Online

Interdisciplinary Studies (AA)

Customize a flexible associate degree across multiple disciplines and career interests.

60 credits 2 years 100% online
Training and Development Specialist • Social and Community Service Manager • Guidance Counselor • Public Relations Specialist • Human Resources Specialist • Community Outreach Coordinator • Program Coordinator • Administrative Manager • Nonprofit Organization Director
Bachelor's Degree • Online

Interdisciplinary Studies (BA)

Customize a flexible bachelor’s degree across multiple disciplines and career interests.

120 credits 4 years 100% online
Training and Development Specialist • Social and Community Service Manager • Guidance Counselor • Public Relations Specialist • Human Resources Specialist • Community Outreach Coordinator • Program Coordinator • Administrative Manager • Nonprofit Organization Director
Associate Degree • Online

Interdisciplinary Studies, Science and Technology (AS)

Combine technical disciplines, communication, quantitative reasoning, and applied problem-solving.

60 credits 2 years 100% online
Computing Engineering Technologist • Electrical Engineering Technologist • Robotics Technologist • Manufacturing Technician • Field Service Technician • Technical Sales Representative • System Support Technician
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Literature and Culture (Undergraduate Certificate)

Explore world literature, writers, and cultural contexts while sharpening analytical writing.

12 credits 6–12 months 100% online
Editor • Communications Specialist • Content Writer • Publishing Assistant • Museum/Program Educator • Nonprofit Program Coordinator • Grants & Development Assistant
Bachelor's Degree • OnlineACBSP-accredited

Management (BS)

Lead teams, improve processes and deliver results across industries.

120 credits 4 years ACBSP-accredited 100% online
Operations Supervisor • Project Coordinator / Junior Project Manager • Retail/Store Manager • Training & Development Coordinator • Logistics/Distribution Coordinator • Customer Success Manager
Bachelor's Degree • OnlineACBSP-accredited

Marketing (BS)

Learn market research, digital campaigns and brand strategy.

120 credits 4 years ACBSP-accredited 100% online
Marketing Specialist • Digital Marketing Specialist • Social Media Manager • Content Marketing Specialist • Brand Coordinator • SEO/SEM Specialist • Market Research Analyst • Account Executive (agency/client services)
Bachelor's Degree • Online

Medical Imaging (BS)

Prepare for imaging careers through two years of online coursework followed by in-person clinical education at an affiliated site.

120 credits (two-plus-two structure) Typically 4 years Online + in-person clinical education
Radiologic Technologist • Diagnostic Medical Sonographer • Nuclear Medicine Technologist • CT Technologist • MRI Technologist • Interventional Radiology Technologist • Imaging Department Supervisor • PACS Administrator • Clinical Applications Specialist (Imaging)
Bachelor's Degree • OnlineCCNE-accredited

Nursing (RN-BSN)

Advance as a practicing RN with a fully online BSN focused on leadership, evidence-based practice, and population health.

Typically 120 credits, transfer-friendly for licensed RNs 12–24 months CCNE-accredited 100% online
Charge Nurse • Care Coordinator • Clinical Nurse Leader • Public Health Nurse • School Nurse • Case Manager
Associate Degree • OnlineNAEYC-accredited

Preschool Education (AS)

Build child development, observation/assessment, family engagement, and culturally responsive practice for early-childhood settings.

60 credits 24 months NAEYC-accredited 100% online
Preschool Teacher • Lead/Assistant Teacher (Infant–Pre-K) • Early Childhood Education Consultant • Child Development Specialist • Family Support Specialist / Family Services Aide • Head Start/Early Head Start Classroom Staff
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Professional Writing (Undergraduate Certificate)

Build career-focused skills in technical, business, digital, and industry-specific writing.

12 credits 6–12 months 100% online
Technical Writer • Grant Writer • Content Strategist • Communications Specialist • Marketing Copywriter • Proposal Writer • Documentation Specialist • Social Media Manager
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Quality Assurance Technician (Certificate)

Learn documentation control, inspection and measurement, GMP/ISO basics and root-cause problem-solving to maintain product quality.

15 credits 6–12 months 100% online
QA Technician • Quality Control Inspector • Production Quality Auditor • Document Control Technician • Calibration Technician • Incoming Materials Inspector • GMP/ISO Compliance Technician • Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) Technician
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Remote Sensing (Certificate)

Strengthen geospatial skills through remote sensing, GIS, radar, and satellite imagery coursework.

18 credits Varies by schedule 100% online
Natural Resource Manager • Environmental Consultant • Geospatial Analyst • Forestry Specialist • Remote Sensing Scientist
Bachelor's Degree • OnlineCSWE-accredited

Social Work (BSW)

Prepare for social work careers through CSWE-accredited coursework and supervised field experience.

120 credits (includes 450-hr field placement) 4 years CSWE-accredited 100% online
Child & Family Case Manager • Community Outreach Worker • Behavioral Health Technician • Residential Services Coordinator • Youth Services Specialist • Aging Services Advocate • Disability Services Coordinator • School Social Work Aide • Probation/Parole Assistant • Housing Navigator
Bachelor's Degree • Online

Sociology (BA)

Study social behavior, institutions, inequality, and applied approaches to social change.

120 credits 4 years 100% online
Social Services Case Worker • Drug and Alcohol Case Manager • Probation or Corrections Officer • Policy and Program Analyst • Community Program Evaluator • Violence Prevention Program Coordinator
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Spanish for the Professions (Certificate)

Build practical Spanish language and cultural skills for professional settings.

12 credits 6–12 months 100% online
Bilingual Customer Service Representative • Interpreter/Translator • Law Enforcement Officer with Spanish Proficiency • Healthcare Professional in Bilingual Settings • Business Professional Engaging with Spanish-Speaking Markets • Social Services Worker Assisting Spanish-Speaking Clients • Educator in Bilingual or Spanish Language Programs
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate • Online

Speech-Language Pathology (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)

Complete foundational coursework for future graduate study in speech-language pathology.

24 credits 2 semesters 100% online
Speech-Language Pathologist • Audiologist • Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Undergraduate Certificate • Online

Trauma-Informed Care (Certificate)

Learn principles and practices for providing trauma-informed care across human services settings.

12 credits 6–12 months 100% online
Mental Health Counselor Assistant • Substance Abuse Counselor Assistant • Social and Human Service Assistant • Community Health Worker • Child and Family Social Work Assistant




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Real Support for Real Life

From your first questions through graduation, PennWest Global Online gives you access to real support. Admissions staff can help you get started, success coaches help you stay on track, and career planning teams help you connect your education to the future you want.

Enrollment Support

Get help understanding programs, requirements, and your next steps.

Success Coaches

Stay organized, motivated, and connected throughout your academic journey.

Career Planning and Networking

Explore tools and guidance that help you connect your degree to career goals.

Technology Support

Get help accessing the tools and systems you need to learn online with confidence.

 

 


Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! PennWest Global Online offers undergraduate programs in a flexible online format so students can pursue their degree while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

Yes! Many students come to PennWest with previous credits. Our team can help you understand how your transfer work may apply and what your path to degree completion could look like.

 

Yes! PennWest emphasizes that online students learn from the same faculty who teach on our three campuses.

 

The same faculty who teach on campus teach our online courses (not graduate TAs).

 

You will be paired with a Success Coache for planning, study skills, and connections to tutoring; you also have access to Career Coaches for help writing your résumé, practicing for interviews, and helping with your job search.

Yes. PennWest evaluates transfer credits and also reviews military credit, PLA, CLEP/DANTES/AP; Pennsylvania’s statewide transfer system helps many community-college credits carry over.

Yes. PennWest has options for scholarships, grants, federal aid, and payment plans on the Affording College pages.

 

PennWest runs online terms across the year and hosts virtual info sessions regularly. Your Enrollment Support team can help you choose the best upcoming start for your program.

PennWest runs online terms across the year and hosts virtual info sessions regularly. Your Enrollment Support team can help you choose the best upcoming start for your program.

Yes. Each student works with a career coach for one-on-one guidance (career paths, résumé, interviews, internships)—and you can even connect with the Career Center before you enroll.

 

 

 

 

 

Find the online undergraduate program that fits your future.

Explore your options, connect with PennWest, and take the next step toward your bachelor’s degree.