Gardner-Webb Online

Earn a Gardner-Webb degree from wherever you are

Gardner-Webb University has been offering online education since 1999 and is recognized and accredited for rigorous and inspirational academics. We were founded in 1905, and have long had a commitment to reaching our students anywhere they are. And while our beautiful campus is in the foothills of western North Carolina, our students are all around the globe. Our online programs are taught by professors hailing from prestigious educational institutions across the nation and range from certificates, through associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs.Transfer students are welcome! Apply previous college credit toward a bachelor's degree.*

GWU Online programs run in 8-week terms with rolling admission - you can start anytime.** Online programs are available in business, computer science, education, nursing, and public service. The new University Studies degree is designed for students who have earned at least 60 credits and includes career planning to craft a personalized path to degree.

We’re completely committed to your success. You’ll be prepared for advancement, leadership and success with Gardner-Webb Online.

* Grade of "C" or better required for transfer credit. Overall GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale from an accredited institution. Certain majors may require a higher GPA for admission. Please see the program section of this Catalog for program-specific admission requirements or check with your advisor.

** Online courses requiring clinical/teaching hours may run for 15 weeks.