Welcome
Each semester, Valparaiso University offers a number of courses online through its web site. These courses can provide added flexibility for students who have difficulty taking courses at certain times during the day, are limited in their ability to travel to campus frequently, or prefer learning under a less structured framework.

Online courses range across departments, colleges, and programs and are designated in the Schedule of Classes with OL in the section column. Some fulfill the University's general education requirements, others may be used toward major or minor requirements, and others may count simply as electives. Many are geared toward students in their first or second years of study, but there are graduate courses as well. The selection of online courses is typically greater during the summer sessions in order to accommodate students who want to enroll in VU courses while living in their hometown or near their work site.

Although online courses do not follow the traditional lecture format, students should not assume they are easier, less demanding, or less time-consuming than regular courses. On the contrary, success in online courses typically requires a high level of discipline and motivation, and enough time each week to complete the assignments.

Requirements for Access      
Most online courses at Valpo are supported by Blackboard courseware. In order to gain access, you will need a computer set up that meets minimal requirements, an internet connection, browser, software, and VU Mail. More detailed information about the required hardware and software is available online at the Information Technology Blackboard instructions page.

• Fill out an online application for the College of Adult Scholars (Continuing Education) program. If you have an undergraduate degree from VU, acceptance into the College of Adult Scholars program is guaranteed under most circumstances. If you prefer to earn graduate credit for the course, fill out the online application for the Graduate Division, but note that you must meet higher admission criteria. For either application, the fee is waived for VU alumni for online coursework. Once we've received your application, we will notify you of your acceptance into the College of Adult Scholars or Graduate Division via email and include a registration template and biographical data sheet. Email us or call our toll free number 1.800.821.7685, to set up a phone appointment with an academic adviser to briefly discuss your course selection(s). They will help ensure that the course matches your interests and needs, that you meet any necessary prerequisites, and that there is space available in the course. After speaking with the adviser, return the registration template and "bio" sheet via email, making sure all information is provided. Most undergraduate courses provide the option of S/U grading; however graduate courses generally do not. Also make sure you select one of the tuition rate options (see below).
• Once we've received all the required information, we will notify you of your registration status via email. Student Accounts will send you a bill, or you may pay in advance with a credit card by calling 219.464.5221
• Alumni Links
  • Registration Form
  • Graduate Studies Website
  • College of Adult Scholars (Continuing Education) Website

• Online Schedule of Classes(pdf.)
• Valparaiso University General Catalogs