Degrees Feature

Daniel Acuna has always wanted to talk to computers. Long before large language models, before Python and GPUs, he was a curious student in Chile trying to build a chatbot, without formally knowing how to program. “I thought I could interact with the computer,” he says. “And somehow, I got it to respond to a…

When New Jersey native Matthew Daiter enrolled in the University of Colorado Boulder’s online MS in Electrical Engineering program, he already had nearly a decade of real-world experience behind him. No undergraduate degree. No traditional academic trajectory. Just a “funky educational path,” a can-do attitude, and a career spent building and breaking boundaries in hardware…

For Patrick Surrett, pursuing an MBA wasn’t just about adding a credential to his resume—it was about lifelong learning, growth, and finding a community. His journey to the University of Illinois Gies College of Business iMBA was anything but traditional. Having initially enrolled in a different online MBA program, Patrick discovered the Gies iMBA through…

Only online Ivy League master’s in computer engineering aims to prepare the next generation of engineering leaders and combat talent shortage driven by the CHIPS Act By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera Dartmouth has partnered with Coursera to launch a fully online Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering (online MEng) for $44,100,…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera The demand to earn degrees online is here to stay. University leaders say, on average, 60% of students are more interested in online learning this year than last year. To better serve learners, we’ve expanded our degree portfolio by over 40% since last year and now…

For a second year, Forbes has recognized a top ten list of “New Ivies.” These university graduates are said to be “outpacing most Ivy Leaguers in the eyes of employers” with similarly selective admissions processes and rigorous coursework.  Among the 10 ranked public schools, Coursera proudly partners with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the University…

When Australia-based learner Ishpinder Kailey reflects on her journey—from teaching physical chemistry in India, to leading global R&D teams in Canada, and now co-founding her own advisory firm in Australia—her path tells a story of unwavering resilience, shaped by bold decisions, reinvention, and a deep commitment to education and personal growth. With a foundation in…

Python is one of the fastest-growing programming languages, and a main driver of its popularity is data science. Due to its easy learning curve, a rich set of libraries and tools, and strong community support, Python is used widely by data scientists. The University of Michigan has launched two new Python Specializations in partnership with…

Accessible, affordable degree from leading U.S. university can be completed for $22,400* By Betty Vandenbosch, Chief Content Officer at Coursera Today, I am pleased to announce the first liberal studies degree on Coursera from Georgetown University, one of the best U.S. universities and our newest partner. The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Georgetown’s…

When you earn a degree on Coursera, you get the same diploma as on-campus students. It’s why many learners pick Coursera! Don’t believe us? Take it from Jasmine, a former on-campus student at Georgetown. Complete your education on Coursera. Jasmine looks forward to graduating with her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies this spring. At…