RU Online Undergraduate Majors
The RU Online Bachelor’s Degree program at Rockford University offers three major options: accounting, management, or human services. The flexible online format enables working professionals, parents, military service members, frequent travelers and many more to earn a Rockford University degree.
It's Flexible.
- Enjoy online 8-week classes.
- 100 percent online classes allow you to earn your degree from anywhere.
- Complete in as few as 18 -24 months (depending upon transferable credits).
It's Collaborative.
- Virtually interact with your peers in small classes.
- Learn from faculty members with corporate, real-world experience.
It's Affordable.
- $485 per credit hour.
- Financial Aid is available to those who apply and qualify.
- Utilize your employee or military tuition benefits.
It's Convenient.
- Multiple start dates per semester for your convenience.
- Applications accepted year-round.
- Transfer credits from community colleges and other universities.
- Wondering how many of your credits will transfer? Transferology is a quick and easy way to find out if the college credit you’ve earned will transfer to Rockford University. Simply visit the Transferology page and enter your courses to find equivalent courses at RU.
Accounting Studies
Gain a solid foundation in the field of accounting and familiarity with various accounting procedures. Learn how to record financial transactions and make managerial decisions using accounting data. Analyze and develop financial statements.
Management Studies
Harness leadership abilities, cultivate interpersonal skills, and promote decision-making based on critical thinking all within the context of a liberal arts education. Build on your previously completed coursework to embrace a changing workplace, success in business management, and aspire to leadership.
Human Services
Understand the human services system and how non-profit systems are funded. Learn strategies for interventions with various populations and implement trauma-informed approaches to serving clients. Gain skills for collaborating and working in teams.
RU Online Certificates
The RU Online Certificate Program offers an opportunity for professional development in focused areas of study. As you progress through the three-course (9 credits) certificate program, you will gain insights and learn critical skills to manage, lead, and succeed.
Accounting
*Coming Spring 2025*
Bookkeeping
*Coming Spring 2025*
Graduate Certificates
These Certificates are designed to meet the needs of professionals who intend to take their organizations to the next level.
Finance
Health Care Administration
Post MBA
Any alumni can return to Rockford University, take 3 or 4 MBA core or elective courses, and get a Post-MBA certificate.
Organizational Leadership
Strength & Conditioning
KINE 522 – Principles of Strength & Conditioning I
KINE 523 – Principles of Strength & Conditioning II
KINE 524 – Essentials of Strength & Conditioning
KINE 525 – Applications of Adv Strength & Conditioning
These four courses prepare you for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) which will be given.
