
Degree & Certificate Programs for the most in-demand fields.

Our popular graduate degrees add focus and skills.

We honor existing college credits, prior learning, military & professional certifications.

So much value with our affordable degrees.

Keeping careers and busy lives on track since 1973.

Individualized advising support at every step.

Earn Your Degree Online – Make a Plan!
Earn Your College Degree Online at Charter Oak State College.
- Bachelors, Masters, Certificates
- Career Focused Programs
- Flexible Credit Transfer
- Accessible Wherever, Whenever
- Credit For Credentials, Military Training
- Expert Faculty & Advising
What's New at Charter Oak
Searching for an Online Business Degree?
Ours offers two tracks - Business and Non-profit and was recently ranked #12 for graduate ROI by OnlineU as a 2021 Best Online College Business Degree.
April is Early Childhood Month!
We're excited to get you to the front of the classroom! Join our virtual Open House, April 27, 5:30pm EST to learn about our Early Childhood Education & Paraprofessional programs. Click here to register for the event.
First Responders Served Here!
Our online majors were built for busy working professionals serving their communities. Perfect for shift work and offering credit for qualified credentials. Check out our portfolio of public safety programs!
Early Childhood Education Associate's, Bachelor's & Certificates!
Seeking your next step in the field of ECE? Check out our online Early Childhood Education degree and certificate programs designed to advance careers and support educators!
B.S. in Business Ranked #12 for Graduate ROI
Noted for its value, our Bachelor's in Business Administration is recognized by OnlineU as a 2021 Best Online College Business Degree program.
Health Care Professionals! Join our Virtual Open House March 10 @ 6 PM EST.
Join the conversation and learn more about our Bachelor's, Master's and Certificate programs in the fields of Health Informatics, Health Information Management and Health Care Administration. Have all your questions answered by our Program and Admissions staff!
Organizational Leadership, Business and Human Resources Virtual Open House November 11
Join us online November 11 @ 5:30 PM ET for a conversation about our Graduate and Undergraduate degrees in Organizational Leadership; and our B.S. in Business Administration and B.S. in Human Resources Management. Attendees APPLY FREE!
New Always Learning Webinar Series Announced
Join our discussions about COVID-19: Health Care Lessons & Emerging Trends. Wednesdays - Sept 16, Sept 23, Sept 30 & Oct 7 at 12PM ET
Join Us! Online Master of Science in Organizational Effectiveness and Leadership Info Sessions.
Choose from three dates in August. Join our Director virtually to learn more about this online graduate leadership program with business and non-profit tracks. Classes start August 24.
Interested in Early Childhood Education?
Learn about our alternate route to the Birth through Five teaching Certificate. New class forming now for August 1 start! Applications accepted now!
Health Care Careers Advance Here!
We offer affordable online bachelors, masters and associate degrees to get you ahead in the field of health care. Plus, career oriented online certificate programs. Learn more....
Always Learning Webinar Series Announced
Join us for a Stay Home, Stay Positive webinar series on maintaining positive well-being in difficult times. Wednesdays - May 20, May 27, and June 3 at 12PM.
Considering your next step? Researching online options for the Summer or Fall?
We're here to help! As Connecticut's public online College we have offered online degrees and certificates for over two decades. It's not new to us! Check out our Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs and get started with us today.
Searching for an online Graduate program in Health Care or Leadership?
Check out our online business and health care graduate programs led by Program Directors with experience in their field of study!
Registered Nurses! Apply Today for our Online RN to BSN.
Our program offers generous acceptance of prior ADN credits and online coursework is shift friendly!
Spring Term 2 Registration Open!
Still want to take Spring classes? Register through March 19. Classes begin March 23.
Spring Term 2 Registration Open!
Still want to take Spring classes? Register through March 19. Classes start March 23.
Spring Term 2 Registration is Open!
Still want to take classes this Spring? Registration for Term 2 is open through March 19 and classes start March 23.
Just Announced! FY21 Fees Reduced; Tuition Held Flat
Beginning July 1, 2020 Charter Oak will reduce fees and tuition will remain flat for FY21. President Ed Klonoski announces 'fair and equitable' rates for the coming year.
Licensed Nurses! Seeking an Online Bachelor of Science in Nursing?
Our online RN to BSN is a flexible, affordable degree designed for working RNs, and offers generous acceptance of prior ADN credits. Enroll now and start January 21!
RN to BSN Open House
Join us! Tuesday, March 26, 2019 Registration 5 PM, Presentation 5:30-7 PM
Online RN to BSN! Now Accepting Applications
We're accepting applications for our online RN to BSN program. Apply Today!
Charter Oak to Offer New Online RN to BSN!
Do you hold an Associate Degree in Nursing? Are you ready to take the next step? Our online program was created by nurse- developers with you in mind. Inquire today for details!
Charter Oak Named #1 College for Adult Education
Best College Reviews notes Charter Oaks unique transfer policy and flexibility for adult learners.
Brenda S. York 2018 Honorary Degree Recipient
Alumna Brenda York will receive the 2018 distinction and address the graduating class at the June 3 commencement.
Charter Oak Offers Incentive to Northwestern Community College Students
Program provides opportunity to complete bachelor's degree online at Connecticut community college rates.
Liberty Bank Partners with The Charter Oak State College Foundation
Are you Cyber Safe? Take our FREE online courses to find out. Presented by Jeff Lanza, former FBI agent, through the support of Liberty Bank.
Three new Majors Announced
Public Safety Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology now offered as majors. Approved as distinct academic disciplines by CT Board of Regents for Higher Education.
Charter Oak State College Awarded National Pay for Success Structuring Grant
Unique public-private partnership will focus on scaling Charter Oak's degree completion model.
New Transfer Tickets Allow Seamless Transition from Associate Degree to Bachelor's Degree
Connecticut community college students can now choose Transfer Ticket associate degree programs that directly translate to bachelor's degree programs at Charter Oak State College.
Charter Oak State College and Springfield Technical Community College Sign Transfer Articulation Agreement
Agreement supports seamless student transfer into online Health Information Management program.
Charter Oak Joins SARA
National membership benefits students and college.
Does Your Path to a Degree Go Through Community College?
Tunxis Community College's New Certificate has Credits that Transfer to Charter Oak State College
ITT Tech Credit Accepted
Let us help you transfer.
Charter Oak Ranked #2 Best College for Returning Adults
College Factual ranking reported by Forbes.com
Office 365 & Microsoft Office Downloads for Students & Faculty
Upgraded webmail and access to Microsoft Office software, both online and offline.
College credit now available to edX learners through Charter Oak State College
Connecticut's public online college to award college credit for MOOCs
Health Information Management major receives CAHIIM accreditation
Allows HIM grads to sit for RHIA exam
Charter Oak Ranked First for Affordability
College offers most affordable online degree program in state.