With all of the competition in today's workforce, having a bachelor's degree often times won't cut it. For those looking for better job placements and more opportunities in their career fields, consider embarking on an academic journey toward achieving a master's degree. Below are the top online universities that offer such graduate degree programs.

	University of Phoenix — With a reputation for being the largest online college in the world, the University of Phoenix has top-notch faculty and curriculum that are designed to get you placed in a job quickly after graduation. Master's degree-level programs of study are available in: business, IT, healthcare, nursing, psychology, public administration, and criminal justice.
	Kaplan University — Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, Kaplan University offers online and campus-based master's degree-level programs of study in the following subjects: business, IT, education, healthcare, nursing, and criminal justice.
	Ashford University — Ashford University is built on a rich tradition of academic history. Founded in 1918, Ashford University is one of the most afforable and flexible online colleges you'll find. Master's degrees are offered in: business, education, healthcare, and public administration.
	Capella University — CAPELLA.
	Grand Canyon University — GCU.
	Liberty University — Well-known as one of the top evangelical Christian online universities, Liberty was founded in 1971 by the late Rev. Jerry Falwell. Master's degree programs are offered in the following subjects: numerous theological subjects, business, teaching, human services, and counseling.
	Walden University — WALDEN.
	Westwood College — WESTWOOD.
	DeVry University — DeVry University offers its programs entirely online so you can learn from the convenience of your office or home without the burden of having to commute to class at a specified time. DeVry offers one master's degree-level program in electrical engineering.
	Boston University — BOSTON.
	Everest University — Everest University was founded with the busy working adult in mind. For those that may not have the time to attend class on a regular basis, Everest offers its classes in a convenient online format. Master's degree subjects of study include: business and criminal justice.
	Strayer University — Strayer University offers numerous master's degree level programs in its business schools, including accounting, acquisition, finance, human resource management, information systems management, international business, management, marketing, professional studies, project management, and hospitality. Non-business master's degrees are offered in information systems, education, health services administration, and public administration.
	American InterContinental University — American InterContinental University's mission is to encourage students to learn real-world skills that they can apply to their careers instantly upon graduation. Master's degree subjects include: business, IT, education, and healthcare.