Take The Next Step. Make An Impact in Health and Wellness.
Earn your degree through The University of Alabama Online.
The University of Alabama offers unique bachelor's and master's degrees in 100% online formats to help you begin or advance your career in health and wellness. With coursework taught by our expert faculty, each program provides a pathway to take your knowledge and practice to the next level and better serve your clients.
Where Legends Log In
Select the program names below to learn more about each degree option.
BS with a major in Public Health
The Bachelor of Science with a major in Public Health offers two concentrations: Health Professions and Health Education and Promotion. The curriculum focuses on health disparities, environmental health, stress management, personal health, nutrition, statistics and other related topics specific to the concentrations. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Certified Public Health (CPH) professional certification exams.
Master of Public Health in Health Education & Promotion
Design and execute public health initiatives to positively impact the wellness of communities. This 42-credit-hour online program will give you a deeper understanding of environmental and community-related health concerns and solutions. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or the Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) and the Certified Public Health (CPH) professional certification exams.
MA in Health Studies
Develop the expertise to administer wellness programs for organizations and communities. This 30-credit-hour online program equips you to implement and evaluate health education programs that help individuals and groups achieve their health goals. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or the Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) exams.
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UA Online Is Affordable
We believe a quality education should be available at an accessible cost. Our students all benefit from the same distance learning tuition rate, regardless of their state of residency. Financial aid and scholarships are also available for those who qualify.
First Class Free Tuition Grants
We offer multiple tuition grants that cover the tuition cost of your first class. Find out if you qualify for one, and let us show you why UA Online is your best choice in higher education.
Designed for UA alumni returning to earn their next degree with UA Online.
Benefitting prospective students referred by a UA Online student or alum.
Supporting faculty and staff members from Alabama or partner community colleges enrolling in a UA Online degree program.
Available to community college graduates who are newly admitted to a UA Online degree program as first-time transfer students.
Assists former UA students returning to UA to complete their bachelor’s degree online.
Covers tuition costs beyond military tuition assistance for active-duty service members.
You must meet the grant’s specific requirements, apply by the deadline and be in your first semester in one of our online programs.
UA Online and other departments also offer scholarships exclusively for distance students. For more information, visit our scholarships and grants page.
The UA Online Advantage
The Same Degree
A degree earned online from UA is identical to one earned on our main campus! The online format allows you the flexibility to meet life's other demands while you complete your degree. Graduates of our online programs are invited to participate in the same commencement ceremonies as main campus students.
A Respected University
Join a community of legends when you earn a degree from The University of Alabama. With graduates around the globe, the University has a robust alumni network who will greet you with that familiar "Roll Tide" when they find out you're part of the family.
Military Friendly
Our Military Tuition Grant covers tuition costs not paid by military tuition assistance for active-duty military, National Guard and reserve service members pursuing a degree through UA Online. The University of Alabama is a gold-level Tier 1 Research Institution Military Friendly® School, an unlimited Yellow Ribbon School and a top Veteran-Friendly School.
Student Support Services
Your success is why UA Online exists. We provide student success coaches, 24/7 tech support, access to all libraries, mental health services, trainings, workshops and more to keep you on track to achieve your goals.
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