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AN ONLINE HIGHER
EDUCATION ALLIANCE

What
is IDEA?

The Innovative Digital Education Alliance (IDEA) is a consortium of renowned public universities from across the United States, offering online, flexible, and affordable degree and certificate programs across a range of subjects in human sciences and agriculture.

IDEA provides educational freedom, creating rewarding pathways for lifelong learning, career advancement, and community growth in an ever-changing society.

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Why
IDEA?

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Affordable Education

IDEA offers a single, affordable price per credit hour, eliminating out-of-state or distance delivery fees. This streamlined pricing system eliminates confusion, enabling you to confidently build a program that aligns with your schedule and goals.

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Reputable Programs

Our academic programs, offered collaboratively by member universities, provide quality online education to students of diverse backgrounds. Taking classes from multiple universities enhances access to a variety of programs aligned with your interests and career goals. Explore the IDEA member universities who are shaping the future of education.

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Flexible Learning

IDEA provides fully online master's, bachelor's, and certificate programs, allowing you to seamlessly manage your education alongside work and home commitments. Choose from a variety of universities offering courses to tailor a personalized learning experience based on your interests and goals.

Qualified Faculty

Our renowned faculty bring diverse real-world experiences and advanced knowledge of their field of study. They understand the unique needs of adult online learners and will work diligently with you throughout the way to help ensure your success.

  • 10

    Average Class Size

  • 20

    Accredited Universities

  • 11,500

    Total Graduates

  • 50

    Students From All States

  • 24

    Years of Learning Online

Achieve Dream
Career Outcomes

Through our diverse career-focused programs, you can take the first step toward your dream future. Selecting from our flexible online course options allows you to specialize in your field of interest, expand your knowledge and perspective, and build the hands-on skills you need to achieve your career goals.

Our degree and certificate programs are designed especially for adults who need to balance family, work, and school, just like you. Furthermore, we have your back with an extensive support system, including our campus coordinators, that help you transition your learning beyond the online classroom into a rewarding career.

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Take the Next Steps with IDEA

IDEA provides an enriching online academic experience, fostering career development through our master’s and bachelor’s degrees and certificate programs across human services and agriculture. Our entirely online programs instructed by leading faculty from universities across the country provides you the flexibility to achieve your goals at a convenient time and place. Are you ready to get started?