Sometimes you just can't find the time to physically be in a class. Our online course,
degree and certificate options are increasing every semester to make it easier for
you to further your career!
What do you offer online?
Terra State has three degrees, two business certificates and many online classes that
count towards other degrees and certificates.
Our faculty utilizes Canvas for both in-person and online courses at Terra State.
If you have any questions about Canvas, please reach out to our eLearning staff at
elearning@terra.edu.
This is decided by the instructor and will vary from course to course. Most have structured
schedules for assignments (due dates) but all give you the flexibility to go through
the content on our own schedule - maybe you are a night owl or need to complete your
coursework while the kids are at school. You can do that, just make sure you are aware
of the opening and closing dates for assignments.
An online education is not for everyone. Students wishing to pursue distance learning
must be dedicated and motivated to succeed. Our most successful students are active
learners in their courses and are prepared to put in the time it takes to ultimately
earn their degree. This means having those important soft skills such as time management
and organization. While the time investment in each course varies, a rule of thumb
dictates that students should expect to spend 1 to 2 hours per credit hour per week.
This means that in a 3 credit hour online course, the student should expect to work
3-6 hours per week.
Do I have to come to campus?
You are NOT required to come to campus if you are seeking a fully online degree or
just wish to take online courses. Academic and Career Advising offers phone appointments
for initial advising.
You have access to ALL services that an on-campus student has including tutoring and
library services. You may find you need to take a proctored exam at some point. If
this occurs, contact the Academic Service Center.
Check these answers to our Online Education FAQs
What is the cost of an online course?
The cost per credit hour can be found on our Tuition and Fees page. This does not include any course-specific lab fees, online class fees, or textbook
costs.
How do I apply?
Begin the process by completing the online application. The application is free and should only take a few minutes.
Are there set times for online course?
There is no set time for you to work in your online course. You will have deadlines
but how you structure your study time is up to you!
How much time will I need to dedicate to an online course?
While study time for each course varies, students should expect to spend 1 to 2 hours
per credit hour per week. That means, in a course that is 3 credit hours, expect to
work 3-6 hours per week.
Where can I go if I need help registering for a course?
New students will receive help registering for a course by their admissions advisor.
If you need additional help, contact the Office of Admissions at 419.559.2349 oradmissions@terra.edu.
Where is my email?
You can find your email, student portal, a link to Canvas Learning Management System
and a personal cloud drive in Terra State’s single sign on. After you have your ID
and accounts set up you can log on atmy.terra.edu.
What technology requirements are there for being an online student?
In order to be successful, online students need to have certain hardware that can
handle the technological requirements of coursework. We recommend having access to
the following hardware:
Intel Core i5 processor or AMD Equivalent
Memory: 8GB of RAM Minimum, 12GB or More Recommended
256GB Hard Drive
Operating System: PC: Windows 10, Apple Mac: OS High Sierra 10.13 or later
Current Anti-Virus Suite Software kept up to date
Internet Connection: 20Mbps or higher (20Mbps is minimum needed for video content)
Web Browser: Google Chrome, IE 11 or greater, Safari version 10.1.2 or greater
The following devices are not recommended because they will not support many features
of Canvas and Office365:
Mobile devices such as Cell Phones and Tablets running any version of Android
Mobile devices such as iPhones and iPads running iOS
Google Chromebooks or similar netbook devices running Android, Google ChromeOS, or
Linux
Individual courses or programs may have other requirements in addition to the specifications
listed above. Consult with your advisor or faculty member for more information. Be
sure to review any specific requirements within each course.
