Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Main Campus

Yes, IUP has online degrees that are available to graduate students. In fact, about a quarter of IUP graduate students participate in online-only education, according to NCES data. Some online graduate programs may be completed in as little as a year if attending full time.

IUP offers online graduate degrees, such as Master of Education in elementary/middle school math education and math education - secondary track. It also has a Master of Art in subjects like criminology or human resources/employee relations. 

Yes, IUP is considered a good school by many. For example, OnlineU ranks it among the top 10 schools for best online master's degrees in secondary education. It has also earned accreditation. Therefore, employers respect IUP's online degrees. 

To provide the most trustworthy results, OnlineU only includes accredited online institutions on its site.

IUP is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The U.S. Department of Education recognizes MSCHE as an official accrediting agency. The school's accreditation shows that it has sound accounting practices and offers educational programming that meets federal quality standards. 

IUP is known for the support it offers students. Once accepted and enrolled, you'll be assigned a faculty or staff mentor from IUP's Guides Program. You'll work with your mentor and academic advisor to ensure you stay on track. Additionally, IUP's Academic Success Center provides resources, such as tutoring and writing assistance. 

IUP is also known for being an R2 Doctoral University with high research activity as designated by the National Center for Postsecondary Research's 2021 Carnegie Classification. For example, IUP's research focus areas include education and science.

It's unknown which degrees at IUP provide the highest earnings for graduates. However, its online master's degree in food and nutrition has a Salary Score of 73 out of 100. OnlineU's proprietary Salary Score ranks colleges by how much their alumni earn compared to graduates with the same degree nationwide.

IUP's exact graduate student acceptance rate is unknown. However, it can always be difficult to get into graduate school. Each graduate program has specific requirements. In general, applicants need a bachelor's degree and a minimum 3.0 GPA to apply. Some programs also require specific licensing or credentialing, including those in the field of education. These requirements help schools, such as IUP, narrow the field. 

Individual graduate degree programs may have specific requirements. However, IUP’s admission requirements for graduate students generally include the following:

• An application 
• A $50 application fee
• Official college transcripts showing a bachelor's degree
• Official military transcripts, if applicable
• Licensing and certification, as indicated
• Letters of recommendation
• A goals statement 

Some programs may not require the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE). It's best to check with a program advisor while applying to ensure you understand all the requirements.

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