1. Harvard University

Harvard University is a private Ivy League research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It was established way back in 1636 and named for its first benefactor, clergyman John Harvard, and is the United States’ oldest institution of higher learning. Its history, influence, wealth, and academic reputation have made it one of the most prestigious universities in the world – and its online programs are second to none.

Harvard University Online has a vast array of learning opportunities for students of all levels, ranging from podcasts and free courses to non-credit certificate programs and graduate degrees. The courses may be self-directed or follow a specific time frame – and they’re offered completely online or in a hybrid format.

The university utilises several different technologies and platforms to deliver online education, such as the edX platform, which was collaboratively designed by Harvard and MIT – and students earning credits online WILL receive Harvard transcripts, so rest assured of that.

Graduation rate: 97%