About
Post University is a NECHE-accredited Connecticut university with a large online division offering business, nursing and criminal justice degrees.
About Post University
Post University is a private university in Waterbury, Connecticut, founded in 1890. It is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and serves both residential students and a large online population through Post University Online.
Post offers associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, criminal justice, education, human services and IT.
Programs and Degrees at Post University
These are some of the subject areas Post is known for. Each link lets you compare similar programs at other accredited schools:
- Business: compare online business degrees
- MBA and graduate business: compare online MBA programs
- Accounting: compare online accounting degrees
- Nursing: compare online nursing degrees
- Criminal justice: compare criminal justice programs
- Education and teaching: compare online education degrees
- Social work and human services: compare online social work degrees
- Computer science and IT: compare online computer and IT degrees
Online Learning and Student Support
Post University Online uses eight-week courses with multiple start dates. Its Academic Success Center and dedicated student advisors support online learners throughout their programs.
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Admissions and Getting Started at Post
Admission requirements at Post depend on the program and whether you are a first-year, transfer or graduate applicant. First-year applicants typically submit high school transcripts and an application, while adult and transfer students can often apply credits from previous colleges, military training or professional certifications. Learn more about transferring college credits and how to apply to an online college.
Paying for Post
Students at accredited schools such as Post may qualify for federal financial aid, including Pell Grants and federal student loans, by filing the FAFSA. Start with our financial aid guides and scholarship resources, and check whether your employer offers tuition reimbursement. Service members, veterans and their families can also review college options for active-duty military and veterans. Always confirm current tuition and fees directly with the school, since prices change each year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Post
Is Post accredited?
Yes. Post University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Regional accreditation is the most widely recognized type for transferring credits and applying to graduate school; learn more about regionally accredited online colleges.
How do I request information from Post?
Use the request information form on this page, or search accredited programs to compare Post with similar schools before you reach out to admissions.
Is Post Right for You?
Before you apply, it helps to see how Post stacks up against other accredited schools. Use the Learn.org degree finder to filter programs by degree level, subject and online availability, then request information from the schools that fit your goals, or browse the best online colleges in Connecticut.
