Online Learning Experience

Student sitting on a couch working on a laptop

Easy to Use Online Learning Platform

All coursework lives in Brightspace, a widely-used online learning platform. You’ll find your materials, assignments, and faculty communication in one place, no hunting around. Before your first class, you’ll receive step-by-step login instructions and access to tech support if you need it. Most students are up and running within minutes.

UNE Online courses are developed through close collaboration between the University’s Instructional Design Services team and faculty experts. This in-house instructional design team is responsible for the design, development, and ongoing support of all UNE Online programs.

Consistent Course Structure

Every course follows the same layout, so you spend your time learning — not figuring out where things are. You’ll always know what’s due, what’s next, and how to find what you need.

Academic Support and Tutoring

The Student Academic Success Center connects you with tutoring and academic support whenever you need a boost. Whether you’re brushing up on writing skills or working through a tough concept, help is there without having to ask twice.

Alignment with Program Outcomes

Every course is built to move you toward a real credential with real-world relevance. What you learn in the classroom connects directly to what you’ll use in your career.

Education Designed for Busy Lives

UNE Online degrees are designed for people who can’t put everything on hold — working professionals, parents, and career-changers who need flexibility without sacrificing quality. No campus visits. No fixed class times. Just rigorous, accredited coursework on your schedule.

You log in when it works for you — early mornings, lunch breaks, after the kids are in bed. Coursework is structured so you always know what’s expected, and you’ll interact with faculty and classmates in meaningful ways, even without a physical classroom.

You control your schedule

No required login times. Access lectures, readings, and discussions whenever you have a window — week by week at your own pace.

You won’t go it alone

Every student has a dedicated Enrollment & Retention Counselor, plus access to tutoring support and, in some programs, a faculty or pre-health advisor.

Same degree, same standing

Your UNE Online credits carry the same academic weight as on-campus credits, and the same diploma.

UNE Online’s Student Support Model

UNE Online pairs rigorous coursework with a coordinated support structure designed for adult learners.

  • Each student is assigned an Enrollment & Retention Counselor who serves as a primary point of contact throughout the program
  • Support is available for questions related to registration, program requirements, course access, and University processes
  • Depending on the program, students may also have access to a faculty advisor or pre-health advisor

This model is designed to provide continuity, clarity, and support from enrollment through completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. UNE Online programs are fully online with no required campus visits. You complete all coursework remotely, on your schedule.

Most students spend 15-20 per week on coursework. Courses are structured so you can spread that time across the week however works best for you.

UNE’s 24/7 help desk and IT support team are there when you need them. Most students find the platform intuitive within their first week.

Yes. Courses include structured discussion, peer collaboration, and direct faculty access — online programs are built for engagement, not isolation.

UNE is regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Regional accreditation is widely considered the standard for traditional academic institutions in the United States.

Regional accreditation supports:

    • Credit transfer between institutions
    • Eligibility for further graduate or professional study
    • Recognition of academic quality and rigor

Credits earned through UNE Online carry the same academic standing as credits earned on campus.

All UNE Online coursework is delivered through Brightspace D2L, a secure, web-based learning management system used widely across higher education.

Brightspace serves as a centralized learning environment where students access course content, assignments, discussions, and assessments.

UNE Online students have access to a range of academic and technical resources, including:

Academic and Learning Resources

Technology Support

Students receive login and access instructions prior to the start of their first course. To ensure proper access to course materials, students should review UNE’s Technical Requirements for Brightspace, including browser compatibility and system specifications.

Renee LeClair

“I was working full-time and had two kids at home. The structure of UNE’s program made it possible to stay on track without feeling like I was falling behind.”

Beverly, Master of Social Work, Class of 2025