Great News!
The A.S. Early Childhood Education and B.S. Early Childhood Education degree programs at Charter Oak State College are accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The current accreditation term runs from July 2025 through December 2027. Read more »
Early Childhood Education Associate's | Bachelor's | Certificates!
Seeking your next step in the early childhood profession? Check out our online Early Childhood Education degree and certificate programs designed to advance careers and support educators! Read more »
Serving First Responders!
Our online majors are built for busy working professionals looking to serve their communities at a higher level. We offer college credit for qualified credentials. Check out our portfolio of public safety programs today! Read more »
Accredited Bachelor's in Nursing
Perfect for RNs looking to earn a BSN. This popular online program is specifically designed to bridge the RN/ADN to BSN gap. Learn more about this CCNE accredited degree! Read more »
Future Social Workers!
Do you aspire to help others? Learn about our online Bachelor of Science in Social Work at an Open House - June 1, 5:30 PM ET, via Zoom. Attendees apply free! Read more »
Line up your Summer!
Get organized for Summer Term - Classes start June 5 - Registration is open through June 1! Read more »
Graduate Programs Open House
Join a Zoom Open House Tuesday, May 9 at 5:30 PM ET and prepare for your next career move! Explore our online Leadership Programs for Business and Healthcare. Attendees apply free! Read more »
Early Childhood Educators!
Get yourself to the front of the class! Our Open House event (via Zoom) on Wednesday, April 19 at 6 PM ET will cover our degrees in Early Childhood Education, Child Studies, Paraprofessional Studies as well as our ARC - Alternate Route to Certification Program. Attendees Apply Free! Read more »
Health Care Programs Open House
Join our Zoom Open House Wednesday, April 12 at 5:30 PM ET. Explore our online healthcare programs in Nursing, Health Information Management, Health Informatics and more! Undergraduate, Graduate and medical Certificate programs to be covered. Attendees Apply Free! Read more »
Accredited Online Bachelor's in Nursing
Perfect for RN's looking to get to the next level. This online program is specifically designed to bridge the RN/ADN to BSN gap. Learn more today! Read more »
Line up your Summer!
Get organized for Summer Term - Classes start June 5 - Registration is open through June 1! Read more »
Business Degrees Open House
Join our Zoom Open House Wednesday, April 5 at 5:30 PM ET. Explore our online, career focused Business programs in Business Administration, HR Management, Organizational Leadership. Undergraduate and Graduate programs will be covered. Attendees Apply Free! Read more »
Graduate Programs Open House
Join our Zoom Open House Thursday, March 2 at 5:30 PM ET. Take your skills and experience to the next level! Explore our online Leadership & Analytics Programs for Business and Health Care. Attendees apply free! Read more »
Spring Term 2 Registration Open
Spring is right around the corner! Classes start March 27. Register through March 23. Read more »
Join Us! Virtual Undergraduate Open House March 1
Interested but have Questions? Join us virtually on March 1, 5:30 PM EST for an Undergraduate Open House. Plus, Attendees APPLY FREE. RSVP Today! Read more »
Interested in the Health Care field?
Our affordable, online, Bachelor's and Master's degrees & certificates can help you enter or advance in this in-demand field! Learn more today. Read more »
Companies are Hiring!
Our popular online business degrees can help you excel in today's business environment. Check out our Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration, HR Management, Organizational Leadership and more! Read more »
Spring Term Registration Open
Spring classes are starting soon! Register through January 19. Classes begin January 27. Read more »
Charter Oak State College Recognized for 8 Top Programs by Intelligent.com
Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for program rankings and higher education planning, has included Charter Oak State College in its list of top online institutions assessed for 2023. The research is based on flexibility, faculty, course strength, cost, and reputation. Read more »
Charter Oak Awarded $1.375 million CareerConneCT Grant
Charter Oak State College has been awarded a $1.375 million CareerConneCT grant to expand the healthcare technology workforce in Connecticut. The College will partner with Hartford HealthCare, Girls for Technology, Capitol Workforce Partners and workforce boards across the state. Read more »
Charter Oak Freezes Tuition Rate for 3rd Consecutive Year
College announces no increase in tuition for Fiscal Year '23 beginning July 1, 2022. Read more »
Registered Nurses! Our RN/ADN to BSN is CCNE accredited.
Are you seeking that next level in your career? Whether you're a recent graduate or experienced RN, our online program was created for busy working nurses. Learn from experienced leaders in the field of Nursing with a curriculum designed for seamless transfer from ADN to BSN. Read more »
Apply Today. Start August 23rd!
Bachelor's, Master's, Associate, Certificates. Learn from our expert faculty. 100% online and on your own time. Let's Get Started! Read more »
New Provost Appointed
Charter Oak State College announces Dr. David Ferreira as new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Read more »
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! Read more »
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! Read more »
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. Read more »
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 Read more »
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. Read more »
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! Read more »
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.... Read 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. Read more »
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. Read more »
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! Read more »
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! Read more »
Spring Term 2 Registration Open!
Still want to take Spring classes? Register through March 19. Classes begin March 23. Read more »
Spring Term 2 Registration Open!
Still want to take Spring classes? Register through March 19. Classes start March 23. Read more »
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. Read more »
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! Read more »
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! Read more »
Charter Oak Named #1 College for Adult Education
Best College Reviews notes Charter Oaks unique transfer policy and flexibility for adult learners. Read more »
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. Read more »
Charter Oak Offers Incentive to Northwestern Community College Students
Program provides opportunity to complete bachelor's degree online at Connecticut community college rates. Read more »
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. Read more »
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. Read more »
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. Read more »
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. Read more »
Charter Oak State College and Springfield Technical Community College Sign Transfer Articulation Agreement
Agreement supports seamless student transfer into online Health Information Management program. Read more »
Charter Oak Joins SARA
National membership benefits students and college. Read more »
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 Read more »
Charter Oak Ranked #2 Best College for Returning Adults
College Factual ranking reported by Forbes.com Read more »
Office 365 & Microsoft Office Downloads for Students & Faculty
Upgraded webmail and access to Microsoft Office software, both online and offline. Read more »
College credit now available to edX learners through Charter Oak State College
Connecticut's public online college to award college credit for MOOCs Read more »
Health Information Management major receives CAHIIM accreditation
Allows HIM grads to sit for RHIA exam Read more »
Charter Oak Ranked First for Affordability
College offers most affordable online degree program in state. Read more »