No desk. No laptop. Just your phone—and a business degree that works for you.
Nationally Recognized Accreditation
No desk. No laptop. Just your phone—and a business degree that works for you.
Nationally Recognized Accreditation
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Why Choose SOAR™ At Cornerstone?
- Affordable Tuition—Pay at least 50% less than other private online colleges.
- Flexible Schedule—Balance school with work and family while staying on track for your degree.
- Engaging Microlearning—Learn through podcasts, videos, audiobooks, and presentations developed directly by Cornerstone faculty.
- Real-World Impact—Apply new skills directly in your current job for immediate results.
- Career Advancement—Build business management skills to start, reenter, or move up in your career.
Enroll Year-Round
How SOAR™ Works
Download the SOAR™ App
All your courses, materials, and tools are preloaded—ready whenever you are.
Learn Your Way
Engage with podcasts, videos, audiobooks, and interactive presentations, developed by Cornerstone and built for on-the-go learning.
Control Your Pace
Balance work, family, and school by taking 3–8 classes per term (undergraduate) or 2–4 classes per term (graduate).
Earn Your Degree
Graduate with a fully accredited degree backed by Cornerstone University.
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Affordable Tuition That Fits Your Life
SOAR™ Tuition
per 4-month term
Associate/Bachelor’s
$2400
Master’s
$3750
- Less than half the national average for private online degrees
- Eligible for grants, scholarships, and employer reimbursement—many students pay little or nothing
What You’ll Never Pay For
- Textbooks
- Mandatory Fees
- Hidden Costs
- Pricey Tech
Carry over previous college credits with confidence—our counselors will show you how they count toward graduation.
Earn a Bachelor’s in Strategic Business Management—Built For Your Career
With SOAR™ you’ll gain practical business skills employers want most—all delivered through engaging, app-based learning.
What You’ll Learn
- Core Business Skills—Communication, finance, marketing, management, leadership, and business technology
- Strategic Thinking—Analyze environments, spot opportunities and risks, and craft strategic plans.
- Leadership & Teamwork—Explore how to motivate others, work in groups and support team success.
How This Helps Your Career
- Prepare for leadership and management roles across industries.
- Build in-demand skills that employers actively seek.
- Develop communication and collaboration skills to lead teams effectively.
- Qualify for promotions and expand into new career paths.
- Graduate ready to make an immediate impact in your workplace.
What You’ll Learn
- Core Business Skills—Communication, finance, marketing, management, leadership, and business technology
- Innovation and Operations—Improve processes, assess risks, and implement cutting-edge strategies.
- Ethical and Strategic Leadership—Confidently make values-driven decisions that align resources and elevate your organization.
How This Helps Your Career
- Prepare for leadership and management roles across industries.
- Build in-demand skills that employers actively seek.
- Develop communication and collaboration skills to lead teams effectively.
- Qualify for promotions and expand into new career paths.
- Graduate ready to make an immediate impact in your workplace.
What You’ll Learn
- Business Foundations—Marketing, management, finance, and economics.
- Leadership & Strategy—Critical thinking , problem-solving, and ethical decision-making.
- Global Perspective—International business, supply chain, and organizational behavior.
- Communication Skills—Public Relations, negotiation, and professional writing.
- Practice Tools—Business technology, project management, and date-driven decision making.
How This Helps Your Career
- Prepare for leadership and management roles across industries.
- Build in-demand skills that employers actively seek.
- Develop communication and collaboration skills to lead teams effectively.
- Qualify for promotions and expand into new career paths.
- Graduate ready to make an immediate impact in your workplace.
The Value of the SOAR™ Experience
of current students are proud to receive a SOAR™ degree.
of current students enjoy the flexibility of SOAR™ mobile-delivered learning.
of current students would recommend SOAR™ to others.
“Earning a degree through SOAR™ will help inspire my team, my family and myself. It’ll help me build confidence in the roles I am currently in and eventually help me achieve executive status within the organization.”
—Javid Z.
“Not having scheduled classes to go to, so I can continue with my regular daily routines, is a plus. With SOAR™, I get to fit course work into my schedule, not the other way around!”
—Alyssa D.
“The part of SOAR™ that excites me the most is how realistic it is for a working mother! … I’m proud to tell my kids that I’m back in school to complete my bachelor’s degree.”
—Emily J.
“The opportunity of completing a degree means I get to finish what I started and provide a better life for my family. … This degree will help me reach the next level in management, allowing me to have more adventures in life.”
—Scot H.
“I love the convenience of the SOAR program. … I wouldn’t be able to earn a bachelor’s degree if not for this format.”
—Taylor B.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Cornerstone University?
Recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of America’s Best Colleges for 2025, Cornerstone University is an innovative, regionally accredited, Christian University with an over 80-year legacy and flourishing ground campus in Western Michigan. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to offer over 65 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. With over 17,000 alumni living in all 50 states and 44 countries, Cornerstone graduates are making an impact all around the globe.
What does SOAR™ mobile-delivered platform mean?
SOAR™ is named as an enthusiastic reflection of Cornerstone University’s Golden Eagles spirit to help students soar in all aspects of career and life. As an accredited, 100% mobile-delivered degree, SOAR™ allows learners to complete a respected Cornerstone University degree entirely from their smartphones. Cornerstone’s programs offer the ultimate in mobility, flexibility and convenience aspects of learning anytime, anywhere.
Learners access all textbooks and resources preloaded onto the SOAR™ app, with every essential component for earning a degree provided. The program includes pre-selected courses and materials in a highly engaging format, ensuring a seamless learning experience.
What is self-paced learning?
SOAR™ is a self-paced learning format that lets students progress one course at a time and complete coursework on their own schedule. With no weekly assignment deadlines, you can move quickly when life allows or slow down during busy periods.
- Associate and Bachelor’s students may complete 3–8 courses per term to remain in good standing.
- Master’s students may complete 2–4 courses per term to remain in good standing.
SOAR’s flexible structure supports accelerated progress while maintaining the quality and rigor of accredited university coursework.
Self-paced learning means you can dedicate an intense week or weekend to your studies and then step back during work or family commitments. As long as you meet the minimum required courses each term, the pace is entirely yours to control.
Is SOAR™ accredited?
Yes, students earn an accredited bachelor’s degree from Cornerstone University. The university and its business programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
How are the courses developed to meet academic standards?
SOAR™ courses are developed by Cornerstone University faculty who are academic and industry experts in their fields. Each course builds on an existing Cornerstone University curriculum, ensuring academic rigor while being adapted for SOAR’s fully mobile format. Course content is refined and enhanced to align with SOAR’s innovative structure, maintaining high-quality learning in a flexible, accessible format.
What is the cost of tuition?
Per 4–month term, tuition is $2,400 for associate and bachelor’s degrees and $3,750 for master’s degrees (before grants or scholarships), which is less than half the national average cost of an online degree from a private college. With our subscription-based format, students can complete as many courses as they like, paying the same flat-rate tuition each term — there’s no overwhelming debt.
Can I transfer previously earned credits?
Students can transfer up to 75% of the degree requirements. Enrollment counselors can assist in evaluating which courses are eligible for transfer.
Is there financial aid?
Financial aid is available to SOAR™ students. To apply, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and list Cornerstone University (002266).
What student support is available?
When can I enroll?
Students can enroll anytime throughout the year. After completing the application for admission, being granted acceptance, receiving transcripts and filing FAFSA (if applicable), students can begin coursework within 2 weeks.
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