Many people used to think that studying online was easier. But it is not the same as «real» studying in a regular university. Today, this opinion is changing. Especially in the USA, where online learning has become a full-fledged part of education. And it is even included in national rankings.
A prime example is Webster University. According to the data Webster, In 2026, six of its online programs were ranked by U.S. News & World Report.
Among them:
- nursing
- criminal justice
- information technology
- cybersecurity
- MBA
- pedagogical programs
And these are not courses, but serious disciplines that train world-class professionals.
Online Learning USA
Today, the ranking of online programs has become an important benchmark for students. Only courses that meet rigorous standards are included. In 2026, there are more than 1,850 such programs. And the competition is growing.
But Webster University is holding steady. Almost all of its programs have maintained their positions compared to last year.
This is the case because here online is not a simplified version of face-to-face learning. The same instructors, the same program, the same level of requirements. This is the main advantage of online education: freedom of choice without losing the content.
School education is also gradually moving online. For example, Russian language for bilingual children are now successfully taught over the Internet. The same goes for mathematics.
Meanwhile, more and more Americans criticize the traditional U.S. education system as it is today.
In summary, the nation's distance learning rankings confirm that online education is not a temporary measure, but a sustainable trend.
