Expanding access and shaping the future of higher education
WATERBURY, Conn. (February 14, 2025) – Post University is proud to announce the 25th anniversary of providing flexible and personalized online learning experiences to students across the nation and around the world. Since launching its first fully online degree and certificate programs in 2000, Post has remained at the forefront of digital education, empowering students to achieve their academic goals on their own terms.
“Reaching this milestone is a testament to Post’s unwavering commitment to innovation, accessibility, and student success,” said Post University Chief Executive Officer & President John L. Hopkins. “From our early days providing online education to anticipating the evolution of higher education and the growing need for online learning solutions, we have consistently adapted to meet the needs of today’s learners. As a global leader, we remain dedicated to providing high-quality education that empowers students to achieve their goals.”
A Legacy of Innovation and Impact
Since its founding in 1890, Post has been dedicated to fostering academic excellence. In 2000, the University embraced the future of education by launching fully online programs – expanding access to higher education learning. This shift made higher education more inclusive and accessible, empowering students to balance their careers, families and personal commitments successfully.
Over the past 25 years, Post University has strengthened its leadership in online education through continuous innovation and expansion. It launched fully online undergraduate and graduate programs, established dedicated student support, and introduced virtual commencement ceremonies and electronic course materials. Post expanded its offerings with specialized programs like the RN-to-BSN and Bachelor of Equine Studies, acquired American Sentinel University to enhance healthcare education, and forged partnerships to boost career development. Discover more about Post’s online learning evolution here.
Celebrating with 25th Anniversary Scholarships for Post Online Students
To commemorate the milestone, Post is awarding 25 scholarships of $2,500 each to recognize and support dedicated online students. The scholarship is open to current Post students pursuing an online degree through the John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education, The Malcolm Baldrige School of Business, the School of Arts & Sciences and the American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences. For more details on this scholarship, visit Post’s 25th Anniversary web page.
Expanding Access to Quality Education
Currently, Post serves students in all 50 U.S. states and 21 countries providing career-focused learning opportunities – both on online and on its main campus – in business, healthcare, nursing, public service, education and more. The university’s recent affiliation with Universidad Andrés Bello (UNAB) further enhances its ability to support an even broader international community.
For more information about Post University’s 25th anniversary of providing online learning solutions, visit www.post.edu/25thanniversary.