Your Online Program, on Your Time
Whether you want to advance your career or enhance your professional knowledge, our 100 percent online degree programs are designed to fit your busy lifestyle.
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Earn a respected degree without putting your life on hold. Our top-quality programs are convenient,
affordable, and taught by the same distinguished faculty who teach on campus.


Accreditations
The University of Southern Maine (USM) is proud to hold regional and national accreditations that support the highest education standards.
The University of Southern Maine is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredits the educator preparation programs at the University of Southern Maine.
The nursing programs at the University of Southern Maine are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 665 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington DC, 20001, 202-887-6791.
Why Choose USM Online?
Ranked
among the
Best Regional Universities North
Ranked
#2
among the
Best Online Colleges in Maine
Ranked
#21
nationally for
Most Affordable Online Colleges for the MSEd in TESOL
Ranked
#42
among the
Best Online Master's Degrees in Special Education
- U.S. News & World Report, 2019
- GuideToOnlineSchools.com, 2019
- GuideToOnlineSchools.com, 2019
- BestAccreditedColleges.org,
2021
Ranked
among the
Best Regional Universities North
- U.S. News & World Report, 2019
Ranked
#2
among the
Best Online Colleges in Maine
- GuideToOnlineSchools.com, 2019
Ranked
#25
nationally for
Best Online Schools Offering a Master's in ESL
- SREducationGroup.org,
2018
USM Online Experience
Discover an interactive online learning environment that lets you study at your convenience.
100% Online Coursework
Courses are accessible whenever it's convenient for you, 24/7. Study from your laptop, tablet, or even your mobile phone.
Affordable Tuition
With competitive tuition rates and a pay-by-the-course option, our goal is to keep your costs low and your debt manageable.
Highly Qualified Faculty
Our experienced faculty, many who hold PhDs, are committed to bringing you the most work-relevant education available.
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