Celebrating 25 Years of Online Learning
Back in 2000, we saw you—the learner balancing family, career, and life’s demands—and recognized the need for an education that fits your life and your future. So we did something about it. We helped pioneer fully online degree and certificate programs, breaking barriers and empowering students like you to achieve their goals on their terms.
For 25 years, we have proudly provided the online learning flexibility and personalized support you deserve. Whether you are pursuing an education in healthcare management, business, nursing, public service, education, or some other field, your success has always been, and will continue to be, our mission.
25 Scholarships of $2,500 Each for Online Students
To celebrate this milestone, we are awarding 25 scholarships of $2,500 each to recognize and support our dedicated online students
Be Recognized for Your Educational Achievements
This scholarship is open to all current online students pursuing a degree through:
- John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education
- The Malcolm Baldrige School of Business
- The School of Arts & Sciences
- American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Not currently enrolled, but want to explore scholarship opportunities? Visit our Scholarship Page.
1. Application Deadlines
The application period opens February 2025. Quarterly submission deadlines:
- February 28, 2025
- May 30, 2025
- August 15, 2025
- November 28, 2025
Note: Students may only submit one entry for this anniversary scholarship.
2. Do You Qualify?
As a current online student, you may be eligible if you:
- Have completed at least two (2) terms or one (1) SIMPath semester at Post University.
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Submit a 300–500 word essay answering:
How is online learning at Post University helping you achieve your academic or personal goals?
3. How to Apply
Send your essay to [email protected] with the subject line: 25th Anniversary Scholarship.
4. Important Details
- This is a one-time scholarship award per student.
- Only one submission is allowed per calendar year.
- If your application is not selected, it will be automatically considered for the next submission period.
- Scholarship funds are applied directly to tuition and fees and are non-refundable.
- If more than 25 eligible candidates apply, recipients will be chosen at random.
If you are selected, you may be asked to:
- Provide photos or additional details about your academic journey.
- Allow parts of your confidential essay to inspire others through Post channels.
We are thrilled to announce the first recipients of our 25th Anniversary Scholarships! Please join us in celebrating six students whose dedication, hard work, and passion for online learning embody the spirit of this milestone year.
- Taylor DuBose, Doctor of Nursing Practice – Educational Leadership Specialization
- Gladys Ghersi, Bachelor of Science – Human Resource Management
- Dana Nedab, Bachelor of Science – Business Administration
- Ashley Perez, Associate of Science – Early Childhood Education
- Edward Reyes, Master of Science – Nursing Information Specialization
- Marilyn Webb, Master of Science Nursing – Nursing Education Specialization
Empowering Learners Worldwide: Online for 25 Years
Since our founding in 1890, Post University has grown from a local Connecticut institution into an educator with a global reach. For 135 years, our mission has been to provide skill-building learning experiences with extraordinary personal support. In 2000, we embraced the future of education by launching 100% online degree and certificate programs.
Online degrees have become a key tool in making higher education more inclusive and accessible, providing students who may have been unable to continue their studies due to career, family, or location constraints with the opportunity to earn a degree. Now, as we celebrate 25 years of online excellence, Post University proudly serves —online and at on our main campus.
With students and alumni from every U.S. state and over countries, our reach knows no bounds. Recently, our journey toward global impact took a leap forward as we were acquired by Universidad Andrés Bello (UNAB), a distinguished not-for-profit institution in Santiago, Chile. This exciting partnership empowers us to deliver exceptional education and unwavering support to an even broader international community.
Experience Post’s Journey of Online Learning
Post begins offering fully online undergraduate certificate and degree programs
Renamed Post University
More courses added to the curriculum; new online degree programs also added
The Master of Science in Human Services is the University’s first fully online graduate program
The Online Education Institute is established to provide dedicated admissions, advising, and student support for online students
The University’s online graduate offerings expand with the Master of Education
Post further commits to providing diverse academic programs online and on campus with the naming of the John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education
Online students gain greater access to library resources, currently over 285,000 eBooks and 52 database platforms
Post expands its online graduate offerings with the Master of Public Administration
Post begins streaming sports events online with men’s and women’s basketball on its official athletics website.
Several business programs in The Malcolm Baldrige School of Business receive national accreditation through ACBSP
Post begins offering electronic course materials in place of physical textbooks
Highlighting its ability to provide unique and niche offerings, Post launches one of the country’s first online Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies programs
The Avis Gaming Student Organization establishes esports at Post
Post adds its first online E-senator — the COSI (Council of Student Involvement) is later established as a fully online arm of the Student Government Association (SGA)
The new mobile app gives online students a more campus-like experience, such as helping online and main campus students interact in clubs
The Online Honors Program begins with an inaugural class of 25 students.
Responding to the COVID pandemic, Post launched a Virtual Campus, providing a more campus-oriented experience for students who traditionally attended in person
The Student Online Assistance Resource (SOAR) offers mental health counseling, financial and legal support, and personal convenience services to online students and families
The American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences comes to Post
Virtual tutoring becomes available through the Center for Academic Success
In partnership with The Connecticut Sun and Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Post provides career development opportunities and education benefits for online students
The Online Honors Program grows to 1,100 students
Post University is even more committed to providing personalized learning opportunities and support for the online learner following its acquisition by Universidad Andres Bello (UNAB)!
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