Living in Alaska? Earn Your Degree Online
Southern New Hampshire University has helped students like you reach their goals for more than 90 years. You can join more than 1,000 students and graduates from Alaska who chose SNHU to earn their degrees.
1k students and graduates
in Alaska
Accredited and nonprofit with
25+ years of online expertise
200+ career-focused
online degrees
Discover the Value of an SNHU Degree
Accredited
SNHU is accredited by the regional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), which means we meet specific standards of quality and have the tools and resources required to help students succeed.
Transfer-Friendly
Already have some college credit? Transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor’s degree to save time and money.
Military Discounts
Enjoy some of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation – plus discounts for active-duty military.
Save Even More with Alaska Partnership Discounts
SNHU has partnered with employers and community colleges nationwide to help provide even more affordable online degrees to students like you.
You can check whether your employer has already partnered with us.
Your Service Deserves Our Support
We know Alaska has a long and honored military community, and we’ve been a proud military supporter since World War II. In addition to low online tuition, no set class times and some of the best support in higher education, active-duty U.S. service members and their spouses can qualify for tuition discounts of up to 30%. We also accept military tuition assistance, Veteran Affairs (VA) education benefits and Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) scholarships for spouses.
Popular Programs for Students in Alaska
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get a degree online in Alaska?
Yes, if you live in Alaska, you can earn your degree online – and if you decide to do so, you won’t be alone! There are already more than 1,000 Alaska residents who are current students or alumni of SNHU.
Is SNHU accredited in Alaska?
Southern New Hampshire University is accredited by the regional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), which is one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized within the United States by the U.S. Department of Education. This means, as an SNHU student — no matter what state you live in — you’ll be earning a degree from a respected university that is recognized nationwide for meeting accreditation standards.
It’s important to note that institutions are not accredited by state. However, regional accreditation, from accreditors such as NECHE, is widely recognized across the United States.
SNHU also carries specialized accreditations for particular programs.
Can you do 100% online college?
Yes, you can earn your college degree entirely online, and this can be a great way to access high-quality programs. As long as you have a reliable internet connection, you can attend online college from anywhere in the country.
You might think that because you’re doing college online, your options will be more limited, but that’s not the case. SNHU offers more than 200 degree programs that can be completed entirely online.
What is the fastest degree online?
Different degrees have different requirements, and they take different lengths of time to complete. For example, an associate degree requires 60 credits, while a bachelor’s degree requires 120 credits.
But beyond a degree’s general credit requirement, there’s no one answer – and no one right answer – about how quickly that degree will be finished. The time it takes to earn your diploma can depend on how many courses you take each term or how many terms you enroll in each year, as well as many other personal or educational circumstances.
Speak with an academic advisor at SNHU if you're hoping to finish your degree within a given timeframe. They can help you build a degree plan that works for you.
Do employers take online degrees seriously?
Today, many accredited universities offer online degree programs, making them more widely accepted in the professional world. A college degree shows that you have put in the time and effort to further your education, regardless of whether it was obtained online or in person.
Is online college harder?
Getting a college degree online isn’t necessarily harder, but it does take a high level of commitment. With an online class, your work will be completed asynchronously, meaning the class doesn’t meet at the same time every week. This requires strong time management skills but it can also provide the flexibility some students need to earn their college degree.