Living in Illinois? Earn Your Degree Online
You can join more than 8,500 students and graduates from Illinois who have chosen Southern New Hampshire University to earn their degrees and achieve their dreams.
8.5k students and graduates
in Illinois
Accredited and nonprofit with
25+ years of online expertise
200+ career-focused
online degrees
Discover the Value of an SNHU Degree
SAT/ACT Not Required
These standardized tests aren’t the best predictors of your future success in college, so we don’t require them.
Affordable Tuition
Enjoy some of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation – plus discounts for eligible military students.
Transfer-Friendly
Already have some college credit? Transfer up to 90 credits toward your bachelor’s degree to save time and money.
Save Even More with Partnerships
SNHU partners with organizations and institutions nationwide with the goal of providing even more affordable online degrees to students like you.
You can check whether your organization has already partnered with us by reaching out to partnersupport@snhu.edu.
Illinois Community College Partners
Your Service Deserves Our Support
We know Illinois has a long and honored military tradition 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 Illinois
Explore additional SNHU degree and certificate programs.
Meet A Fellow SNHU Student from Illinois
Melanie Martinez '23G - Illinois
"It was nice to be able to find a program that had that balance, where I could balance my professional life, my academic life, but also my personal life outside of school and work," she said.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Illinois allow online school?
Yes. Online college degrees are allowed across the country – and SNHU, an accredited, private, nonprofit university, has been a leader in online education for more than 25 years. With over 200 flexible online degree programs to choose from, SNHU offers a number of affordable pathways to help prepare you for success.
Can you get a degree online in Illinois?
Yes, you can. In fact, more than 8,500 Illinois residents are current SNHU students or alumni, earning degrees in business, social sciences and more.
Is SNHU accredited in Illinois?
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.
Are online schools worth it?
A college degree – online or otherwise – can be worth it if you're looking to position yourself for the next step of your career. You'll learn foundational knowledge and real-world skills you can use to succeed outside the classroom.
What is the fastest degree to get online?
While bachelor's degrees are generally 4-year programs and master's degrees 2-years, how fast you get an online degree depends on several factors. For one, you can go to school part-time (one course per term) or full-time (two courses per term.)
Plus, if you already have some college credit, you can shorten your program (and save money) by transferring them to SNHU. SNHU accepts up to 90 credits toward a bachelor's degree program – leaving only 30 more for you to earn – and up to 45 credits toward an associate degree.
You can learn more about how many credits you can transfer by speaking to an admission counselor and getting a free transfer credit evaluation.
Are online degrees taken seriously?
While we can't speak for all employers, it’s worth noting that a degree from an accredited institution like SNHU - whether earned online or in person - meets rigorous quality standards.