Earn College Credit Online at Glen Oaks Community College

Flexible. Supportive. Built for your success.

Online learning at Glen Oaks Community College allows you to earn college credit toward a degree or certificate while balancing work, family, and life commitments.

 


Find Fully Online Programs with the Program Finder

Looking for a degree or certificate you can complete online?

Use the Program Finder to filter programs by format.

Here’s how:

  1. Open the Program Finder
  2. Select the filter for “Online” under Program Format
  3. Narrow your results by:
    • Area of Interest
    • Program Classification (Degree or Certificate)
    • Class format (In-Person, Online, or Hybrid)

The Program Finder allows you to quickly identify:

  • Fully online programs
  • Programs with hybrid options
  • Certificates designed for career entry

Explore Programs in the Program Finder


What Counts as Academic Online Learning?

Academic online courses:

  • Count toward a Glen Oaks degree or certificate
  • Follow the official academic calendar
  • Use the Canvas learning platform
  • May qualify for financial aid
  • Transfer to many four-year institutions

If you are looking for short-term, non-credit career training, visit our Online Career Training page instead.


Canvas: Your Online Classroom

Glen Oaks uses Canvas for all credit-based online courses.

Canvas is where you will:

  • Access course materials
  • Submit assignments
  • Take quizzes and exams
  • Participate in discussions
  • View grades and feedback

Canvas connects through your Single Sign-On (SSO) account. You must activate your SSO before logging in.


How to Log Into Canvas

Go to Canvas 

Username:
First initial + last name + last three digits of your GOCC student ID number
This is your Viking ID and your Single Sign-On username.

Password:
The same password you use for all GOCC accounts.

If you experience issues, contact the Student Help Desk.


Online Learning Orientation

An Online Learning Orientation is available in Canvas.

This orientation will help you:

  • Navigate Canvas confidently
  • Understand course expectations
  • Prepare for online coursework
  • Build time management skills

We strongly recommend completing orientation before your first online class.


Free Online Tutoring

All currently enrolled online students have access to NetTutor inside Canvas.

NetTutor provides:

  • Live tutoring
  • Writing assistance
  • Flexible evening and weekend support
  • No additional cost

Online students receive the same academic support as on-campus students.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I complete my entire degree online?
A: Some programs are fully online. Use the Program Finder and filter by “Online” to see your options.

Q: Do online programs qualify for financial aid?
A: Yes. If the program leads to a degree or academic certificate and you meet eligibility requirements, financial aid may apply.

Q: Are online classes self-paced?
A: Most online academic courses follow weekly deadlines and the academic calendar.

Q: What if my program is not fully online?
A: Some programs offer hybrid options. The Program Finder will show format details for each program.


Start Your Online Path Today