Online Associate Degree Programs
With online associate degree programs available across the Purdue University system, you can build your skills — and your resume. Expand your professional opportunities by earning your online associate degree from one of our respected institutions, all while enjoying the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Change careers or build a foundation for further study with an associate degree.
Choose a degree level below to see the programs we have to offer.
Associate Degree Programs

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Veterinary Medicine
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Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Nursing
The Veterinary Nursing Distance Learning (VNDL) program is a science-based veterinary nursing program offering an Associate of Applied Science degree.
- Total Credits: 70
Upcoming Start Dates- May 17, 2021
- Aug 23, 2021
- Jan 10, 2022
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Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Nursing

Purdue University Global is an online university offering 175+ programs, including accelerated degree options and a range of concentrations.
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Arts and Sciences
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Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science
Explores the technical and legal aspects of arson, the application of technology to firefighting, the psychological effects of fire dynamics and firefighting strategy and tactics.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- Jul 7, 2021
- Sep 22, 2021
- Dec 8, 2021
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Associate of Science in Professional Studies
The open degree program provides you with the flexibility of learning through resources that come from within and outside Purdue Global including MOOCs.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science
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Business and Economics
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Associate of Applied Science in Accounting
Focus on accounting theories and principles, learn to communicate effectively and network with people from all walks of business, and prepare for a variety of entry-level opportunities.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration
Focus on theories and principles relevant to the functions in business and management and prepare to establish your position in a wide range of fields.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Small Group Management
Specifically created to give active-duty service members and veterans an opportunity to maximize their professional military education, courses focus on developing small group management skills.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Accounting
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Education
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Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development
Focus on the growth and development of young children (birth through age 8). Learn to assess needs and provide interventions and services that can vastly improve the quality of their lives.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development
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Health and Human Sciences
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Associate of Applied Science in Health Science
Available only to U.S. veterans and active-duty service members, the curriculum focuses on professionalism in health care, general education and industry-related technical information.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Human Services
Gain the foundational knowledge and skills to identify, plan, and implement interventions to assist children, families, the elderly, or others in need.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Science in Health Science
Available only to U.S. veterans and active-duty service members, this degree serves as a first step in the pathway to a more advanced degree.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Health Science
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Law and Legal Studies
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Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice
Available only to U.S. veterans and active-duty service members, curriculum focuses on criminology, investigation, law, terrorism and counterterrorism.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology
Develop knowledge and practical skills relevant to law enforcement and private security. Curriculum ranges from foundational classes to specific topics such as criminology and forensics.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Legal Support and Services
The curriculum builds fundamental knowledge of the law and includes comprehensive study in areas such as legal research and writing, civil litigation, ethics, torts, and various legal disciplines.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Public Safety and Security
The Associate of Applied Science in Public Safety and Security covers an introduction to criminal justice and public safety, as well as the technology required to prevent and minimize criminal risk.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- Jul 7, 2021
- Sep 22, 2021
- Dec 8, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice
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Nursing
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Associate of Science in Nursing
Classroom instruction and seminars are all online; lab and simulation experiences occur at Purdue Global's Augusta, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines or Lincoln locations.
- Total Credits: 116
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- Jul 7, 2021
- Sep 22, 2021
- Dec 8, 2021
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Associate of Science in Nursing
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Other
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Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science
Explores the technical and legal aspects of arson, the application of technology to firefighting, the psychological effects of fire dynamics and firefighting strategy and tactics.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- Jul 7, 2021
- Sep 22, 2021
- Dec 8, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science
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Technology / Computer Science
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Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology
Build a solid technical foundation in creating software applications, managing databases, developing websites, installing and maintaining networks, and troubleshooting hardware and software problems.
- Total Credits: 90
Upcoming Start Dates- Feb 3, 2021
- Feb 24, 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- Apr 21, 2021
- May 12, 2021
- Jun 9, 2021
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Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology