Graceland is very pleased to announce that the Online Graduate Education, Online Graduate Nursing, and Online Bachelor’s programs have received excellent rankings again this year by U.S. News and World Report for 2014.
*Best Online Graduate Education Program
Graceland’s Edmund J. Gleazer School of Education ranked 11th (out of 166)
*Best Online Graduate Nursing Program
Graceland’s School of Nursing ranked 10th (out of 95)
*Best Online Bachelor’s Program
Graceland’s Online Bachelor’s Program ranked 65th (out of 205)
The 2014 rankings evaluate information and data from nearly 1,000 online degree programs, up from 860 programs the previous year. Only degree-granting programs offering classes entirely online were considered.
President Sellars praised the nursing and education faculty and staff noting, “It is no easy task to be recognized in the top 20 of anything in higher education, given there are so many colleges and universities. They are to be commended for their effort and competence.”
“We’re excited that we’re meeting the standards again this year. We have an incredible faculty and staff who work really hard to earn such a high ranking in the country,” said Claudia Horton, Dean of the School of Nursing.
“The Gleazer School of Education provides uniquely specialized education programs that will continue to be competitive in national rankings. We are happy to see the report,” stated the Dean of the Edmund J. Gleazer School of Education, Tammy Everett.
On line education plays an increasingly important role in higher education. Graceland is meeting the challenge by consistently providing academic excellence.
Administration and Staff, Athletics, Press Release
April 14, 2026
A transformative era for Graceland University men’s basketball has reached its natural turning point. After engineering one of the most impactful rebuilds in program history, head coach Todd Lorensen has accepted the head coaching position at Rockhurst University. In response, Athletic Director Brady McKillip has elevated Associate Head Coach Matt Dickman to lead the Yellowjackets forward.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
April 10, 2026
Graceland University and the Community of Christ announce the retirement of Campus Minister Mike Hoffman, and the appointment of Doug Roberts as the university’s next Campus Minister, effective June 2026.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
March 13, 2026
Graceland University is saddened to share the passing of Trustee Dr. Julia “Julie” Snethen, a respected nurse scientist, educator, and member of the university’s Board of Trustees whose life and career were dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children and families.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
March 11, 2026
Graceland University has announced the promotion of longtime team member Steve Edwards to Executive Director of Marketing, recognizing more than three decades of service and leadership that have helped shape the university’s communications and brand.
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