U.S. News and World Report ranks UMSL’s online programs top in the state. (Photo by August Jennewein)

Students of the University of Missouri–St. Louis are receiving the best undergraduate online experience in the state, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2016 Best Online Programs Ranking.

U.S. News ranks UMSL’s online bachelor’s programs 43rd nationally and 1st in Missouri. The ranking, released today, marks the fourth consecutive year the university has been in the top 50. The full rankings are available at usnews.com.

“Our online programs are designed and facilitated by our outstanding faculty, making it easy to see why they are among the best in the U.S.,” UMSL Provost Glen Cope said. “By offering our students top-notch programs, both through online and classroom courses, we allow our students the flexibility to earn a quality education that fits their schedule.”

In addition, UMSL’s online graduate education program was ranked 66th by U.S. News, also making it the top-ranked program in Missouri.

UMSL offers around 800 courses online. For more information, contact the Office of Online Administration.