The Midwest is home to some of the most well-respected colleges and universities in the country. Whether you’re attending (or thinking of attending) a public research institution, private liberal arts college, or community college, there are plenty of options to complete your degree. But with rising tuition costs (and all of the other things life throws at us), many students are turning to online courses for added flexibility and affordability in fulfilling their degree requirements. That’s where StraighterLine and our easy credit transfer options come in.
With StraighterLine, you can take affordable, online college courses and transfer your credits to many universities across the Midwest. Over 180 colleges and universities (including many in the Midwest), partner with us to guarantee the credits you earn online through StraighterLine transfer to their institutions so they count toward your degree.
If you’re looking to understand how you can take a smarter path toward your degree by taking courses online and transferring them to your school, you’re in the right place!
How Does StraighterLine Work for You?
Before diving into specific universities, let’s talk about the StraighterLine Advantage,, and why 350,000+ students just like you have chosen us as a means to help them crush it in the (virtual) classroom and achieve their academic goals:
Affordable Tuition: Save thousands on your degree by taking low-cost online courses instead of expensive university credits. StraighterLine courses cost $79 each, plus the cost of your monthly membership (just $99). Compare that to the cost of taking just one course directly with your college or university ($1,200+). Even taking just a handful of courses with StraighterLine and transferring your credits will save you thousands on your tuition.
Flexible Learning: One of the things students love most about StraighterLine — there are no set class times or deadlines. That means you can complete courses at your own pace, making it easier to balance school, work, and life.
Guaranteed Credit Transfer: We partner with over 180 accredited institutions to make credit transfer a breeze. Credit transfer isn’t limited to our partner schools though — over 3,000 colleges and universities accept StraighterLine credit.
Student Support: From on-demand tutoring to academic advisors and transcript delivery, you’ll have access to all the features and resources you need to succeed, at no extra cost.
Midwest Universities That Accept StraighterLine Credits
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
North Dakota
Ohio
South Dakota
Wisconsin
Looking for StraighterLine partner schools from states in other regions of the country? Check out these other regional guides of schools that are guaranteed to accept StraighterLine credit:
- Northeast Colleges and Universities That Accept StraighterLine Credits
- Southern Colleges and Universities That Accept StraighterLine Credits
- Western Colleges and Universities That Accept StraighterLine Credits
How to Transfer StraighterLine Credits to Your Midwest University
If you’re considering StraighterLine courses for more savings and flexibility in your education, here’s how to ensure a smooth credit transfer process:
Check with Your School: While we have direct credit transfer agreements with our partner schools, each university has its own transfer policies. Always communicate with your advisor at your school to confirm which StraighterLine courses will transfer.
Plan Your Degree Path: Connect with your academic advisor at your school to ensure you’re taking the right mix of online and on-campus courses to meet your degree requirements.
Choose Transferable Courses: General education classes like English Composition, College Algebra, and Introduction to Psychology are commonly accepted by universities in (and beyond) our immediate credit transfer network — but, as always, be sure to verify the requirements with your school.
Complete Your Courses: StraighterLine courses are self-paced, so you can take as little or as much time as you need to progress through them.
Request a Transcript: Once you’ve completed your course with a final grade of 70% or higher, it’s eligible for transfer credit. You’ll need to go to your StraighterLine profile and request a transcript to get the ball rolling for credit transfer. Just let us know which school to send your grades to, and we’ll handle getting your transcript delivered.
The Bottom Line: StraighterLine Saves You Time and Money on Your College Degree
Attending a university in the Midwest doesn’t have to mean taking on massive student debt. With StraighterLine’s affordable, self-paced courses, you can get ahead in your education (and your finances), and easily transfer credits to many respected colleges and universities across the Midwest — and the rest of the nation.
Whether you’re a first-time student, a working professional looking to upskill, or a comeback student finishing a degree, StraighterLine can help you take the next step with confidence.
Explore our courses and see how StraighterLine can help you enjoy more flexibility and affordability on the path to getting your degree.
