UNCW ranks eighth on list of best online bachelor’s programs

The Board of Trustees at UNCW has elected a new chair and vice chair and has re-elected the...
The Board of Trustees at UNCW has elected a new chair and vice chair and has re-elected the secretary for the 2014-15 academic year. (Source: WECT)
Updated: Jan. 15, 2019 at 12:02 PM EST
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WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - UNCW ranked eighth in the country in U.S. News & World Report’s list of 2019 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs.

“This new ranking reflects UNCW’s continued commitment to providing an affordable, high-quality education, not only for traditional students but also working professionals, military-affiliated students and others who seek the convenience and accessibility of online degree programs,” said Chancellor Jose V. Sartarelli. “UNCW continues to emphasize excellence in developing programs and modes of delivery to meet the diverse needs of our students.”

UNCW finished tied with Colorado State University-Global Campus, the State University of New York at Buffalo and the University of Oklahoma.

Universities were assigned a score based on several categories, including student engagement, peer reputation, and faculty credentials and training.

More on the U.S. News & World Report rankings can be found here.

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