Welcome to Firelands Online

Earn a college degree entirely online

With Firelands Online, there is no need to choose between the interaction of the face-to-face classroom or the convenience of online learning. Firelands Online combines the best of both worlds and more! Firelands online courses feature simple course navigation, are taught by knowledgeable and accessible faculty, and utilize teaching strategies designed to deliver course content and skills needed in today’s multi-modal workplace. Firelands Online courses will enhance your educational experience whether you are taking one or two courses or your entire degree!

We are on this journey together.

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Student-first online education

Firelands Online offers a superior experience:

  • Small campus feeling in digital spaces
  • Instructors  informed about best online teaching practices.
  • Courses designed to meet Quality Matters standards, including timely feedback and consistent navigation
  • Instructional strategies that promote connections between students and faculty.
  • Online access to student support services, including  academic and career advising,  tutoring, academic coaching, technology, and library services. 
  • Focus on digital skills employers value.
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The Firelands Online difference

Courses are designed to provide an engaging, interactive, supported, and easy-to-navigate experience.
That means you can expect the following features and advantages:   

Enhanced Navigation   

  • Simple and consistent course menus   
  • Logically organized materials and activities   
  • Clear "To-Do Lists" for every module 

Enhanced Interaction  

  • Smaller class sizes  (typically 25 students or fewer)   
  • Guided interaction with peers   
  • Faculty available for one-on-one virtual conferences

Enhanced Communication  

  • Early "preview" access to Canvas course area   
  • Regular messaging from your instructor    
  • Timely grading turnaround

Timely email response

  • Support when you need it
  • Weekly instructor "drop-in" office hours (via phone or video conference)

Online access to student support services

  • Tech support
  • Advising
  • Library
  • Academic tutoring and coaching

BGSU Firelands offers an array of fully online programs

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Associate of Arts
Minor Available Bachelors Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Masters Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
Firelands Online+ transfer General Education Hybrid Liberal Arts online two year degree associates More Programs Social Science firelands
The associate of arts degree are extremely flexible, offering students the opportunity to sample a number of disciplines or tailor their studies according to special interests.
Associate of Science
Minor Available Bachelors Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Masters Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
Transfer Firelands Online+ General Education Hybrid Liberal Arts online More Programs STEM firelands
The Associate of Science degree will provide a strong academic background, offering students the opportunity to sample a number of disciplines or tailor their studies according to special interests.
Technical Study
Minor Available Bachelors Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Masters Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
online associates firelands 7-week
Earn an associate degree tailored to your career interests in the technical field in as little as 18–24 months. Jump-start your path to success at BGSU Firelands!
Small Business Enterprise
Minor Available Bachelors Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Masters Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
Entrepreneur Firelands Online+ law bachelor Financial Hybrid Marketing Business police Social Media firelands
The Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies (BTAS) at BGSU Firelands is a versatile degree designed to meet a growing job market. Students strengthen communication, critical thinking and professional skills while also increasing career-specific skills in Small Business Enterprise.

BGSU Firelands also offers a full complement of general education courses online

Here is a sample of what we offer online!

  • ECON 2000 — Intro To Economics
  • ART 1010 — Intro To Art
  • COMM 1020 — Intro to Public Speaking
  • PHIL 2420 — Medical Ethics
  • POPC 1600 — Intro Popular Culture
  • WRIT 1110 — Seminar in Academic Writing
  • BIOL 1010 — Environment Of Life
  • ETHN 1010 — Intro Ethnic Studies
  • FN 2070 — Intro to Human Nutrition
  • HIST 1250 — Early America
  • MATH 1150 — Intro To Statistics I
  • POLS 1100 — American Government
  • PSYC 1010 — General Psychology
  • SOC 1010 — Principles Sociology

Graduate career-ready

Doriann

Doriann Johnson, criminal justice

“My experience here enriched my life as I grew as a young woman. Before attending, I had a tough time interacting with others and putting myself out there. BGSU gave me the opportunity to learn different things and meet new people.”

Julia

Julia Nickell, business

"BGSU Firelands provided me with opportunities I never thought possible. Tuition is affordable, professors are highly acceptable, and I do not feel like I am just a number. I feel seen and heard. I would, and have, recommend BGSU Firelands to others."

shane

Shane Williams, business

“I would not have been able to earn a degree without it being available online. Coming here was absolutely the right decision.”

Celestine

Celestine Schmenk, liberal arts

"I found a supportive, online path that was affordable, so now I can finish my degree and pursue my dream job."

Earn a degree from anywhere

Call us at 419-372-0607 or email fireadm@bgsu.edu to start your journey. 

Updated: 12/19/2024 09:34AM