16 online colleges with tuition starting at $3,600 a year for anyone looking to take their career to the next level

Penn State, University of Central Florida, and the University of New Mexico all made the list.mediaphotos/Getty Images

• Pursuing a college degree or taking a college course online could be a great way to boost your résumé right now.
• Personal finance blog Money Crashers compiled a list of some of the top accredited colleges offering four-year bachelor's programs based on a variety of factors including accreditation, graduation rate, and cost.
• Business Insider compiled a ranked list of the colleges by cost based on in-state tuition where applicable.

If you're considering a new career path or looking to get a bachelor's degree while also working, pursuing an online college degree can be a great option. Taking one or two college courses for professional development could also help boost your chances of getting hired.

Personal finance blog Money Crashers compiled a list of some of the top accredited colleges offering four-year bachelor's programs based on a variety of factors including accreditation, graduation rate, and cost.

Here are 16 online colleges ranked from least to most expensive based on in-state tuition.