About Anna Maria College
Speaker 1: At Anna Maria College, we believe in exceptional liberal arts education should prepare students for success in today’s world. That’s why we put students first and strive for innovation in everything we do.
Here, you’ll find the principles of career development embedded in each step of your education. What students discover while studying online at Anna Maria is a community of learners and educators who are committed to excellence and who value inclusion, moral responsibility, community service, faith, and individual development. Graduates walk away with an education grounded in these values and the essential skills necessary to manage their professional journey.
At Anna Maria College, guidance extends beyond the classroom. Our faculty maintain a direct line with the students. They’re driven to make sure that learners feel nurtured and respected. Many students worry that online instruction will be isolating, but our teachers value the importance of community and they work to build an environment that fosters connection. Thanks to small class sizes, faculty are able to truly mentor students and help them build a lasting network of their peers.
Since it’s founding by the sisters of St. Anne in 1946, Anna Maria has sought to prepare students for their careers through a wide selection of undergraduate and graduate programs. Today, we reach a more diverse and widespread community of learners than ever through quality online instruction. Anna Maria College is regionally accredited by the new England Commission of Higher Education, and our flexible and affordable programs prepare students to become leaders in their chosen fields. Here, you’ll learn through a flexible online curriculum, tailored to your needs by a faculty who are committed to your success.
Anna Maria College is a private, not-for-profit, Catholic liberal arts institution accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Anne in 1946, our programs integrate liberal education and professional preparation that reflect the respect for liberal arts and sciences education grounded in the traditions of the Sisters of Saint Anne—educational innovation, service to others, and access to a quality education for all.
In addition to the various undergraduate and graduate programs and courses offered at our campus in Paxton, Massachusetts, we offer undergraduate and graduate programs online to reach the most diverse group of students possible. Our online programs mirror the close-knit nature of our campus community, with small class sizes that allow for mentor relationships to develop between faculty and students.
Commitment to Excellence
Anna Maria College is a private, not-for-profit, Catholic liberal arts institution accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Anne in 1946, our programs integrate liberal education and professional preparation that reflect the respect for liberal arts and sciences education grounded in the traditions of the Sisters of Saint Anne—educational innovation, service to others, and access to a quality education for all.
In addition to the various undergraduate and graduate programs and courses offered at our campus in Paxton, Massachusetts, we offer undergraduate and graduate programs online to reach the most diverse group of students possible. Our online programs mirror the close-knit nature of our campus community, with small class sizes that allow for mentor relationships to develop between faculty and students.
To learn more about Anna Maria College, you may visit our on-campus website. Online students in the local area are encouraged to visit our College Tour page, where you can find an interactive map of campus, request a tour, and more.
Why Anna Maria College?
Anna Maria College Online is proud to offer cost-effective, flexible, and regionally accredited online programs. Based in Paxton, Massachusetts, Anna Maria College is an internationally known Catholic college, distinguished for its highly practiced faculty, career-oriented liberal arts education, prominent and responsive faculty, and small class sizes.
Explore Our Online Programs
We offer fully online programs at both the bachelor’s and master’s levels. Choose the degree that’s right for you:
| Undergraduate Programs | Graduate Programs |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice | Master of Public Administration (MPA) |
| Bachelor of Science in Fire Science (Degree Completion) | Master of Science in Criminal Justice |
Stretch Your Dollar Further
Our Fifth Year Option provides a fast track from our undergraduate fire science program to the MPA or from our bachelor’s in criminal justice to the Master of Science in Criminal Justice. This accelerated bridge program allows you to complete three courses from the graduate-level curriculum – billed at the undergraduate tuition rate – while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Anna Maria College Mission and Values
As a Catholic institution inspired by the ideals of the Sisters of Saint Anne, Anna Maria College educates students to become individuals who will transform their world as ethical leaders and community-oriented professionals. At the heart of our mission and all that we do are our core values:
- Faith and Reason. Drawing upon the Catholic intellectual tradition, the academic environment provides students an education that honors faith and reason as complementary paths of wisdom in the search for truth and meaning
- Liberal Arts. The College prepares students to adapt to future challenges with creativity and innovation, by integrating a liberal arts education with personal development and professional achievement
- Service to Community. In line with the values of the foundresses, the College stimulates within students a sense of responsibility and dedication to the community through selfless service to family, friends, colleagues, and those in need
- Justice and Peace. Acknowledging our place within the world, the College emboldens students to identify injustices and to contribute peaceful solutions to them
- Development of the Whole Person. A balanced education, curricular and co-curricular, aims to inspire holistic personal growth in students as lifelong learners
- Cultivation of Personal Moral Responsibility. We expect students to develop as ethically responsible human beings through serious reflection and active engagement
- Diversity and Inclusion. We welcome all, regardless of background, and encourage critical thought and ideas in the pursuit of truth
Anna Maria College Encourages a Lifestyle Capable of Sustaining these Values in Balance.
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