Online nursing and health degrees

Advance your career with online nursing programs and health degrees, taught by ASU faculty and built on the same curriculum as campus programs

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Why earn a nursing or health degree online?

Health care needs skilled people in patient care, research, administration and community health. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of medical and health services managers to grow 24% from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the 3% average for all occupations. An online health and nursing degree from Arizona State University can prepare you to enter this high-demand field and make a difference in the lives of patients or across the industry. Advance your health care career with an online degree in behavioral health, nutrition, public health, compliance, nursing and more. Thinking about medical school? Find out how to get into medical school with an online degree.

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Find an online health and nursing degree for you

Your path in health care might start at the bedside, in a lab or behind the scenes. If you’re already a registered nurse with an associate degree, the online RN to BSN path builds on your license and experience (an active RN license is required). For those planning to attend medical school, the Bachelor of Science in medical studies follows a pre-med curriculum and includes a one-week in-person organic chemistry lab in the summer at ASU's Tempe campus to prepare you to be a competitive applicant.

The Bachelor of Science in health sciences lets you choose from five focus areas, so you can pursue what you’re most passionate about. Fascinated by how the body moves? Consider the Bachelor of Science in kinesiology. Prepare to meet patient needs and improve services through nonclinical roles with a Bachelor of Science in health care administration and policy. Explore all health and nursing programs below.

What can I do with a degree in health and nursing?

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Careers for health and nursing graduates

Health and nursing degrees can lead to careers in and outside clinical settings:

  • Medical and health services managers: $123,860 median annual pay, with 24% projected growth from 2025 to 2035.
  • Registered nurses: $97,550 median annual pay, with 6% projected growth.
  • Physical therapist assistants and aides: $61,200 median annual pay, with 17% projected growth.
  • Physician assistants: $135,880 median annual pay, with 21% projected growth.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025. Projections are for 2025–35. The average growth rate for all occupations is 3%. Figures are national and vary by location, experience and education.

Interested in the business side of health care? Learn how to become a medical and health services manager.

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Career support for students and alumni

As an ASU student, you'll have career support from your first course through graduation and beyond:

Curious about hands-on experience? Learn how online students can get internships.

Learn from experienced health and nursing faculty

Faculty in the College of Health Solutions and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation are renowned researchers, American Academy of Nursing Fellows and Fulbright Scholars. At ASU Online, you’ll learn from these same top-tier faculty members who teach on campus. You’ll also have access to engaging course experiences and personalized support services to empower you to succeed in your degree and in your career. Learn more about ASU’s top-ranked online programs.

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ASU Online offers over 350 degrees and certificates in a plethora of fields. Check out other areas of interest to find the right program for you.

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