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Fort Hays State University\u2019s Virtual College received three No. 2 rankings among others from many different agencies during the month of August for its affordable programs and quality online degrees.<\/p>\n
FHSU\u2019s virtual Master of Professional Studies with a concentration in cyber security was rated the No. 2 Best and Most Affordable Online Master\u2019s in Cyber Security by CyberSecurityDegrees.com.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur metrics have been honed from years of experience in higher education journalism and research, and they seek to provide a balance between the traditional academic prestige of an institution with a cyber security program and other concerns that particularly non-traditional or working students may express. Namely, that affordability and support in online learning environments is crucial for successful outcomes among non-traditional, working and adult students,\u201d said Joshua Jackson, contributing writer and researcher and marketing specialist for CyberSecurityDegrees.<\/p>\n
To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2LkJ489<\/a>.<\/p>\n Two online FHSU degree programs earned No. 2 rankings from CollegeChoice.net, the Bachelor of Science in tourism and hospitality management and the Master of Liberal Studies with a concentration in art history.<\/p>\n The tourism and hospitality management program was rated No. 2 in CollegeChoice\u2019s Most Affordable Online Hospitality Management Bachelor\u2019s Degrees category.<\/p>\n \u201cThe tourism industry is one of the fastest growing career fields in the nation, ranking in the top three industries in all 50 states,\u201d said FHSU\u2019s website.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2PV8OGE<\/a>.<\/p>\n The art history degree was No. 2 in the Most Affordable Online Master\u2019s in Art and Art History category.<\/p>\n \u201cA graduate degree in art and art history can serve many purposes. Whether your end goal is to work in a school, a gallery, or an office, this degree will help get you there,\u201d said CollegeChoice.net.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2C3Z3mx<\/a>.<\/p>\n Other master\u2019s and bachelor\u2019s degree programs received \u201cbest\u201d rankings in August. They are listed by ranking organization.<\/p>\n BestCollegeReviews.org<\/strong><\/p>\n No. 5, The Best Online Master\u2019s in Educational Psychology <\/strong> \u201cThe graduate program in school psychology at Fort Hays State University has a long history of successfully preparing individuals for entry into the profession of school psychology,\u201d said FHSU\u2019s website.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2wKrvov<\/a>.<\/p>\n No. 20, One of the Best Colleges for Online Master\u2019s Degree Programs<\/strong> \u201cFHSU, which ranked 20th, was chosen for the University\u2019s overall outstanding reputation, for its faculty\u2019s excellence and the continued commitment to providing non-traditional students with all of the tools that they need to achieve their educational and career goals,\u201d said BestCollegeReviews.org.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2LWze7N<\/a>.<\/p>\n BestValueSchools.com<\/strong><\/p>\n No. 3, The Best Affordable Online Bachelor\u2019s Degree Program in Interdisciplinary Studies<\/strong> The 124-credit-hour programs consist of various courses in humanities, arts, communications, modern language, sciences and more.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2PodHqt<\/a>.<\/p>\n CollegeChoice.net<\/strong><\/p>\n In addition to the No. 2 rankings for FHSU\u2019s tourism and hospitality management and MLS (art history) degrees, CollegeChoice.net included FHSU in other categories.<\/p>\n No. 4, The Most Affordable Online Radiology Technology Degrees<\/strong> The 124-credit-hour program is offered through FHSU\u2019s Department of Allied Health with a requirement of an Associate\u2019s of Science in radiologic technology or a certificate of radiology.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2NzIR0Q<\/a>.<\/p>\n This degree was also ranked No. 8 in CollegeChoice\u2019s most affordable category.<\/p>\n No. 5, The Best Online Master\u2019s in Art and Art History<\/strong> \u201cThe department acts as a cultural resource for western Kansas through changing exhibitions in the Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art and through faculty consultations and public presentations. Faculty are dedicated to continuing research and service to students, the university and the western Kansas community,\u201d said FHSU\u2019s website.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2C57Wwd<\/a>.<\/p>\n This degree was also ranked in CollegeChoice\u2019s most affordable category. This ranking can be found at https:\/\/bit.ly\/2C3Z3mx<\/a>.<\/p>\n No. 10, The Most Affordable Online Master\u2019s in Gifted and Talented Education<\/strong> The virtual includes a flexible program and an easier learning environment, allowing you to complete your degree wherever you are.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2NAPj4x<\/a>.<\/p>\n This degree was also ranked No. 19 in CollegeChoice\u2019s Best Online Master\u2019s in Gifted and Talented Education category, which can be found at https:\/\/bit.ly\/2wzFYTf<\/a>.<\/p>\n Master-of-Finance.org<\/strong><\/p>\n No. 19, The Most Affordable Online Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Accounting<\/strong> FHSU\u2019s Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting focuses on preparing individuals to work in business, government, education, non-profit and financial entities.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2wKfWO7<\/a>.<\/p>\n TheBestSchools.org<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0No. 15, The Best Online Bachelors of Sociology Program<\/strong> \u201cOur curriculum allows each student to craft a program of study \u2013 providing the theoretical knowledge and applied experiences applicable to both the workplace and advanced academic pursuits,\u201d says FHSU\u2019s website.<\/p>\n To view this ranking, visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/2wv9af0<\/a>.<\/p>\n No. 17, The Best Online Bachelor\u2019s in Political Science Degree <\/strong> \u201cAn online political science degree provides a foundation for many careers, preparing graduates for jobs in policy development, lobbying, journalism and education,\u201d according to TheBestSchools.org.<\/p>\n
\nThe online Master of Science in school psychology received a top ranking for being one of the best.<\/p>\n
\nThe FHSU virtual college\u2019s master\u2019s degree programs were ranked as one of the best for faculty excellence and outstanding reputation.<\/p>\n
\nFHSU\u2019s affordability landed it a top-three ranking for its online Bachelor of General Studies degree programs.<\/p>\n
\nFHSU\u2019s Bachelor of Science in medical diagnostic imaging has been recognized for low tuition rates and a flexible degree program.<\/p>\n
\nFHSU\u2019s Master of Liberal Studies (art history) was ranked in a second category by CollegeChoice.net.<\/p>\n
\nFHSU\u2019s virtual Master of Science in special education program was recognized for its affordability.<\/p>\n
\nThe online Bachelor of Business Administration Degree with a Major in Accounting at FHSU was recently recognized for tuition rates, faculty to student ratio and national recognition.<\/p>\n
\nFHSU was one of BestSchools top online best Bachelor of Arts or Science in sociology.<\/p>\n
\nFHSU was recognized as having one of the top 25 best online Bachelor of Arts in political science programs.<\/p>\n