Saylor Academy
130+ free college-level courses covering business, CS, math, economics, and more. ACE-reviewed and eligible for transfer credit at 40+ US universities. Also offers 4 free online master's degrees including MBA.
Duration
130+ courses
Level
Beginner
Deadline
No Deadline
No prior college education required. Courses are designed to be accessible to all learners, starting from introductory levels.
Computer Science — Introduction to CS, Python programming, data structures, and algorithms
Business Administration — Management, marketing, accounting, and finance fundamentals
Mathematics — College algebra, calculus, statistics, and discrete mathematics
Economics — Microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international trade principles
Communication — Professional communication, technical writing, and public speaking
Free Online Degrees — MBA and master's degree programs at zero tuition cost
Saylor Academy is a nonprofit initiative offering free, open, college-level courses with ACE-reviewed transfer credits accepted at 40+ US universities. Founded by Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy.
Founded
2008
Location
Washington, D.C., USA
Recognition
ACE-Reviewed | 40+ US Universities Accept Credits
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