10 Most Affordable Online Colleges for Bachelor's Degrees

Cost per Credit:
In-State | $129
Out-of-State | $553

Credits to Graduate: 120

Select from 22 online bachelor's degrees at University of Florida Online, including advertising, business administration, and geology. UF Online's 17 minors let you customize your undergraduate education. Options include German studies, health promotion, and leadership. 

First-year admission requirements include standardized test scores and a high school or GED diploma. Transfer applicants need at least a 2.0 undergraduate GPA. UF Online's Free Seat Program provides one semester of free tuition and fees to eligible veterans and active-duty service members. 

Cost per Credit: $330

Credits to Graduate: 120

Degree-seekers choose Southern New Hampshire University for the university's many career-focused bachelor's degrees and generous credit transfer policy. You can select a program from one of 12 academic fields, such as education or health. All undergraduate programs feature eight-week classes and six annual start dates. 

The SNHU application takes only five minutes to complete. SNHU does not use a high school GPA cutoff or charge out-of-state tuition. The university's financial aid advisors help you fill out and submit the FAFSA.

Cost per Credit: $275

Credits to Graduate: 120

If you prefer a Christ-centered education, consider researching one of the many online bachelor's degrees at God's Bible School and College, such as biblical studies, church music, and ministerial education. The school also offers many traditional liberal arts programs, including accounting and communication. Some degrees let you choose between a hybrid and a fully online curriculum. 

Application requirements include a pastor or teacher's recommendation letter. You need not submit high school transcripts if you hold at least 24 undergraduate credits. All GBSC institutional aid programs require FAFSA results.

Cost per Credit:
In-State | $153
Out-of-State | $557

Credits to Graduate: 120

Research Florida International University Online if you want to earn a bachelor's with a specialization. The university's hospitality management major features eight specialization tracks, including hotel management and tourism management. The interdisciplinary studies major lets you create a custom curriculum. 

Application requirements include standardized test scores and a high school or GED diploma. FIU Online does not use a GPA cutoff for transfer credit. You can submit your FAFSA results to apply for institutional financial aid. Each FIU Online scholarship requires a separate application. 

Cost per Credit:
In-State | $105-$117
Out-of-State | $219-$227

Credits to Graduate: 120

Aspiring information systems and financial specialists enroll in a Florida State College at Jacksonville online bachelor's program. Other fully online bachelor's degrees include early childhood education and logistics. You can complement your bachelor's degree with a technical certificate in one of over two dozen professional areas. 

You need a high school diploma to apply as a first-year student. If you don't have standardized test scores, you are required to take math and English placement tests. FSCJ's ScholarshipUniverse website lets you research and apply for the latest institutional scholarships. 

Cost per Credit:
In-State | $260
Out-of-State | $668

Credits to Graduate: 120

Online bachelor's degrees at A&M-Central Texas include finance, management, and nursing. The professional pilot BS can train you for a career as a commercial pilot. A&M-Central Texas' transfer pathways ensure you receive the most credit and graduate as soon as possible.

You need at least an associate degree or 60 transferable credits to apply. A&M-Central Texas offers a convenient transfer guide and transfer class library. Although nonresidents pay more per credit, they may qualify for an institutional scholarship. 

Cost per Credit:
In-State | $239-$478
Out-of-State | $635-$874

Credits to Graduate: 120 

San Diego State University (SDSU) offers online bachelor’s degrees in nutrition, engineering, and nursing. They also offer several tracks for students who want a bachelor’s degree in business, including general business administration, marketing, finance, management, and international business. 

You’ll need at least 120 credits to earn most bachelor’s degrees at SDSU. Full-time students pay $4,145 per semester in tuition and fees no matter how many more than six credits they take, so the cost per credit varies depending on how many credits students take. You can transfer up to 70 credits from community or junior colleges, which can help lower your tuition costs. Non-California residents must pay an additional $396 non-resident fee per credit. 

Cost per Credit:
In-State | $117
Out-of-State | $400

Credits to Graduate: 120

Indian River State College (IRSC) offers online bachelor’s degree programs in business administration, healthcare management, and criminal justice. Some programs, such as human services, nursing, and information technology management and cybersecurity, require an in-person practicum or at least one proctored assignment per online course. 

Textbooks at Indian River State College meet Florida’s affordable textbook statutes to ensure all students can afford their books. 

The school offers in-state tuition to Florida residents, veterans, and some international students from countries such as Mexico and Canada. Indian River State College offers tuition assistance for active-duty military members and reservists. Requirements vary by military branch. You may also qualify for financial assistance based on academic performance, transfer status, or financial need. 

Cost per Credit:
In-State | $281
Out-of-State | $363

Credits to Graduate: 120

Eastern New Mexico University offers online bachelor’s degrees in communication, business administration, early childhood education, and computer science. Eastern New Mexico University offers financial aid for freshman applicants with competitive high school GPAs and test scores and military members. Filling out your FAFSA is the first step to finding out what financial aid you qualify for. 

Eastern New Mexico University participates in the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE). Through the WUE, you qualify for in-state tuition if you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident living in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Guam and the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Cost per Credit: $715-$755

Credits to Graduate: 120-124

Excelsior University's online bachelor's degrees are tailored to meet the unique needs of busy adults. The university offers programs in six academic areas, including business, public service, and technology. Optional career training classes help you develop the in-demand skills required by top-paying jobs.

Some majors that include RN-to-BSN require more than a high school or GED diploma. Excelsior's prior learning assessments can help you earn credit, save money, and graduate faster than your peers. You need only submit FAFSA results to apply for all institutional aid programs.