Online and Distance Learning
Degrees and Programs
The distance learning program at St. Cloud State University offers students a wide variety of degrees and certificates that can be earned without having to attend classes on our St. Cloud campus.
Delivery methods include online (internet-delivered), correspondence, interactive television and live classes at off-campus locations. To learn about the degrees and certificates available by distance delivery, click on the links below to learn more about how our distance programs can meet your needs:
- SCSU Online & Self Paced Program
- Interactive Television
- Post Secondary Education Option (PSEO)
- Off Campus Programs
- Pathways: An Education Program for Incarcerated Students
SCSU Online & Self Paced Program
The Online and Self Paced program at SCSU is designed for students taking college courses for the first time or resuming a course of study after a lengthy absence. Most people find that online/self paced study offers them the flexibility of studying anytime, anyplace without the time and distance constraints of attending class on campus. The SCSU Online and Self Paced Program utilizes Desire2Learn (D2L) as the primary course management system, which is where all students access course materials. Some courses are conducted within D2L, whereas others are print-based or email based.
Graduate Degrees:
- Applied Behavior Analysis, Master of Science
- Criminal Justice Studies, Master of Science
- Environmental and Technological Studies, Master of Science
- Driver Education Teacher Preparation Licensure
- Information Media, Instructional Design and Training, Master of Science
Bachelors (Majors):
- Bachelor of Applied Science, Aviation Maintenance Management
- Bachelor of Elective Studies, Community Psychology
- Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice Studies
- Bachelor of Elective Studies, Self Select Major
- Driver Education Teacher Preparation Licensure
(Minors):
Interactive Television (Available within Minnesota only)
The SCSU Learning Resources and Technology Services is the hub for the Central Minnesota Distance Learning Network, an interactive television network within the state ITV system which links students around the state to the high quality academic programs at St. Cloud State University using 2-way audio and video technology. Students wishing to enroll in an ITV program without having to attend on the St. Cloud campus can take courses at almost any school within the Minnesota State Colleges and University system or high school offering ITV technology. For more information on the programs and technology available, contact the Center for Continuing Studies at 320-308-3081.
Masters Degrees:
- Information Media, Master of Science
- Mathematics, Master of Science
- Public Safety Executive Leadership, Master of Science
- Teaching English as a Second Language, Master of Arts
- Teaching English as a Second Language, Graduate teacher licensure
- Information Media, Graduate certificate
Bachelor Degrees:
- Land Surveying/ Mapping Sciences, Bachelor of Science
- Teaching English as a Second Language, Teacher licensure
Postsecondary Education Option Program (PSEO)
For MN High School Students
Students in rural Minnesota high schools can take advantage of the PSEO legislation by taking college courses in their home school through interactive television. For more information, contact the Center for Continuing Studies, ccs@stcloudstate.edu or by calling 320-308-3081.
Off Campus Programs
Several of St. Cloud State University’s quality graduate programs are available in the cohort model at sites around the state of Minnesota.
Masters Degrees:
- Educational Administration and Leadership Master of Science (or 6th year program)
- Environmental and Technological Studies (Education Track) Master of Science
Bachelor’s Degrees:
- Criminal Justice Studies at Ridgewater College - Willmar Campus
- Elective Studies at Anoka Ramsey Community College--Coon Rapids Campus
- Special Education at Anoka Ramsey Community College--Coon Rapids Campus
For off-campus site information, contact 320-308-3081 or email sjboen@stcloudstate.edu



