Frequently Asked Questions

An array of fully online and blended programs are offered each semester. Take a look at our graduate degrees, undergraduate degrees or certificate programs for details.

Adelphi University employs state-of-the-art learning technology through the Moodle learning management system. With Moodle, students enrolled in online courses have 24/7 access to learning materials. Get acclimated with Moodle using these helpful video tutorials.

Other technologies utilized for online coursework include Google Apps, VoiceThread, Panopto and Adobe Connect. Utilization of these tools may differ depending on the program and the faculty member. Read more about course technology at Adelphi.

Yes, online and blended courses have been approved in the same manner as our live-instruction courses and are taught by faculty who receive specific instruction in online teaching strategies, best practices and the use of emerging technologies through our Faculty Center for Professional Excellence. Additionally, online and blended course credits look no different on a transcript than live-instruction courses.

Speak with an enrollment counselor today at 888.252.4110 or online@adelphi.edu to determine if online learning at Adelphi is right for you.

Blended courses are delivered both on-campus and onsite, with 30%-79% of the course content delivered online. Blended courses are opportune for students who prefer a greater amount of in-person interaction with faculty and classmates.

Most online courses are delivered completely online, with minimal on-campus requirements. On-campus or in-person events that may be required of online students include orientations, exams, final presentations or, in some cases, fieldwork placements.

The technical definition of an online course or program is one that is completed using 30-percent or less live classroom instruction. This includes fully online courses where all of the instruction is delivered online, and blended courses where the course is split between live classroom instruction and online classroom sessions.

Yes, most of the courses offered in Adelphi Online programs are taught by professors with previous online teaching experience. Additionally, Adelphi Online courses have been developed by program faculty working in conjunction with the Faculty Center for Professional Excellence to create an optimal learning experience for online students.

Adelphi’s Faculty Center for Professional Excellence provides professors with a wealth of resources for gaining knowledge in online teaching strategies, best practices and the use of emerging technologies. They, in turn, provide you with engaging, interactive and media-rich learning experiences to help you excel in an increasingly technological world.

Read more about the Faculty Center for Professional Excellence.

All current students, faculty and staff can access their account on eCampus. Click on the Coursera Career Academy box you’ll find in the list of available services, then log in using your Adelphi username and password.

For program-specific tuition and deposit costs by program as well as financial aid information, please visit the tuition for online degree and certificate programs page at Adelphi.

For a list of programmatic fees, visit the Student Financial Services Tuition and Fees page or contact an enrollment counselor at 888.252.4110 or online@adelphi.edu.

Adelphi’s enrollment staff are available to answer any tuition-related questions you may have at 888.252.4110 or online@adelphi.edu.

Additionally, we encourage prospective, accepted, and current students to familiarize themselves with the tuition page specific to online degree programs.

Monthly payment plans and pre-payment options are viable options for students enrolled in many of our degree programs. Visit the Student Financial Services Payment Plans website or contact staff at financialservices@adelphi.edu or 516.877.3080.

The FAFSA school code is: 002666.

Visit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) website for more information about eligibility and availability.

Active, reserve and veteran military students and their families using Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® benefits or any other veteran affairs program benefits can contact Christina A. Wease at cwease@adelphi.edu or at 516.877.3411.

The College of Professional and Continuing Studies can assist undergraduate nontraditional students earn academic credit for knowledge and experience gained outside of a traditional classroom via the Life Experience Credits program. Many of our undergraduate students save on tuition costs as a result of their applicable experience.

Visit the Life Experience Credits website for specific examples. For more information about how you may qualify for life experience credits, contact an enrollment counselor at online@adelphi.edu or 888.252.4110.

Please note that life experience credits are specific to undergraduate emergency services administration programs within the College of Professional and Continuing Studies.

Base minimum hardware and software resources for accessing Adelphi’s online courses and services include recommendations for Firefox or Chrome browsers, a reliable internet connection, and a computer with Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 for PCs and OS X 10.10 (Yosemite) or 10.11 (El Capitan) or 10.12 (Sierra) for Macs.

We strongly advise that you review any program-specific technical requirements as well as our recommended hardware and software information for details.

If you already know your eCampus username and password, get logged in here.

To look up your username, you will need your seven-digit Adelphi ID or your social security number. You can look up your username here.

To obtain or reset your password, follow the prompts on the password reset page.

Yes, all registered Adelphi students are assigned an Adelphi University Gmail account. Your AU Gmail account will remain active for use even after graduation.

The Office of Information Technology-Help Desk can help you to resolve technical questions and issues. The Help Desk can be reached at helpdesk@adelphi.edu or 516.877.3340.

You can also access various IT manuals, tutorials and videos here.

IT Help Desk Hours of Operation:
Regular Semester Hours (Fall and Spring)

Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–12:00 a.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00–12:00 a.m.

Yes, discounts on computers, software and/or printers are available to Adelphi students through our partnership with Apple, Dell and VarsityBuys. View our purchasing guide for details.

Congratulations! We are excited to see you in class.

If you are an undergraduate student you can register here.

If you are a graduate student, you can register here.

Accepted students looking to register for certificate programs will receive an email with a program-specific registration link.

If you have any problems with registration, please contact us at 888.252.4110 or online@adelphi.edu. You can also chat with us now.

Visit the Adelphi Libraries virtually to contact a librarian or directly access resources in the collection, including more than 80,000 free e-books.

In addition to career support offered at a programmatic level, some of the services offered by the Center for Career and Professional Development are available to online students to aid them in their professional journeys at Adelphi and beyond.

Some degree and certificate programs allow for distance learners to take one or more courses on-campus. For program-specific course requirements, please contact an enrollment counselor at 888.252.4110 or online@adelphi.edu.

Textbooks can be purchased online from the Adelphi University Official Bookstore.

You can access a list of required and recommended textbooks for all of your courses from the eCampus homepage under Enrolled Courses.

Online students can receive tutoring and training in vital academic skills such as note-taking, test-taking, critical reading and more from the Learning Center.

Online students can also receive feedback on writing projects from the Writing Center.