Fisher College Online

by Mason Landrum

Fisher College Online Quick Facts:

  • Fisher College was established in 1903 while its distance learning division, Fisher Colleger Online, was establised in 1997
  • Fisher College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges
  • Fisher College is also accredited by the American Health Information Management Association
  • Fisher College Online is ranked 12th best in the country by OEDb, a nationally recognized distance learning organization
  • Fisher College also offers certificate programs, non-credit classes, internships and credit by examinations

About Fisher College Online:

Fisher College is a private institution that offers programs for bachelor’s and associate degrees. Fisher College online, the college’s online continuing education division is one of the best in the country. The programs offered in Fisher College online follow the Blackboard course management system. Under this system, students of Fisher College online follow terms that last 8 weeks each. Students who need flexibility but are able to manage their time wisely can graduate from Fisher College online in no time.

Fisher College online focus on “student centered” instructions. Their students do not just listen to the instuctors for hours on end. Instead, during the 8-week course, they take charge of the things they want to learn. Their teachers are present online only to facilitate the lessons. If they actively seek our help from their fellow students and teachers, they will be able to pass the short course at Fisher College online with flying colors.

Fisher College Online Degree Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Management
Associate in Business Administration
Associate in Computer Information & Systems
Associate in Criminal Justice
Associate in Early Childhood Education
Associate in General Studies
Associate in Health Information Technology
Associate in Liberal Arts
Associate in Paralegal Studies
Associate in Psychology
Certificate in Early Childhood Education
Certificate in Medical Coding

Fisher College Online Tuition and Financial Aid:

Tuition per credit hour for online courses is $250. There is an additional technical fee of $95. Fisher college also offers grants and scholarships to deserving students.

Source: Fisher College website, 2009.