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The University of Kentucky’s online degree programs have earned national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Program Rankings – an accomplishment made possible through the strength, quality, and impact of the university’s online offerings and faculty expertise. UK Online’s staff is proud to support faculty at every stage of program development and delivery, helping translate academic excellence into engaging, high-quality online experiences that earn national recognition.
UK Online Rankings
In the latest U.S. News and World Report rankings, UK Online programs achieved the following distinctions:
- #20 in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs (tie)
- #15 in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans
- #24 in Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Programs (tie)
- #42 in Best Online MBA Programs (tie)
- #45 in Best Online Master’s in Education Programs (tie)
- #63 in Best Online Master’s in Business Programs (Excluding MBA) (tie)
These results place UK among the nation’s top institutions for online learners across undergraduate and graduate degree pathways.
“Our presence on these national lists underscores the University of Kentucky’s unwavering dedication to academic excellence, support for military-affiliated students, and focus on advancing the Commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond,” said Brandi Frisby, Associate Provost for Academic Affairs. “We’re proud of what our faculty, staff, and online learners have accomplished — and energized by what lies ahead as we look to best serve our students.”
Contact UK Online for Support Resources
UK Online is ready to provide a variety of resources for online faculty and Distance Learning programs. “We are here for you,” said Patsy Carruthers, senior director of UK Online, “whether you need an instructional design consultation, a stop in our Faculty Media Depot, support for distance learning requirements, or any of our many other services.”
For more information about UK Online resources, visit online.uky.edu and view the Faculty Resources menu.
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