Affiliate Disclosure

Last Updated: February 20, 2026

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Online College Courses, we believe in complete transparency about our business model and how we make money. This page explains our affiliate relationships and how they may influence the content on our site.

What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special URLs that allow us to earn a commission when you click on them and enroll in a course or make a purchase. These commissions come from the institutions or platforms, not from you - you pay the same price whether you use our link or go directly to the institution.

Important: Using our affiliate links costs you nothing extra. The price you pay is exactly the same as going directly to the course provider.

How We Make Money

We earn revenue through several methods:

Affiliate Commissions

When you click on a course link and enroll, we may receive a commission from the institution or affiliate network. Typical commissions range from 3-15% of the course fee.

Display Advertising

We may display advertisements from third-party ad networks. These ads help support our free content and services.

Our Editorial Independence

While we participate in affiliate programs, this does not influence our editorial decisions or course recommendations. Our reviews and ratings are based on:

Actual student reviews and feedback
Course quality and content
Institutional accreditation and reputation
Value for money
Learning outcomes and career benefits

We strive to provide honest, unbiased information to help you make informed decisions about your education.

Affiliate Partnerships

We have affiliate relationships with various educational institutions, online learning platforms, and affiliate networks, including but not limited to:

Individual colleges and universities
Online course platforms (Coursera, edX, Udacity, etc.)
Education affiliate networks
Learning management system providers

FTC Compliance

In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR Part 255 guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, we disclose that we receive financial compensation for some of the products and services mentioned on this website.

We only recommend courses and institutions we believe provide genuine value to students. We will never recommend a course solely because it offers a higher commission.

User Reviews and Ratings

The reviews and ratings displayed on our site come from real students who have taken these courses. We do not:

Pay for positive reviews
Remove negative reviews (unless they violate our guidelines)
Manipulate ratings to favor higher-commission courses
Post fake reviews

All reviews are moderated for spam, profanity, and compliance with our review guidelines, but we do not alter the content or ratings provided by genuine users.

Price Changes and Accuracy

While we strive to keep course information and pricing accurate and up-to-date, prices and course details can change at any time. The final price you pay will be determined by the course provider at the time of enrollment.

We are not responsible for any discrepancies between the information displayed on our site and the actual course offerings.

Your Trust Matters

We take our responsibility seriously. Our goal is to help you find the best online courses for your needs while being completely transparent about how we operate.

If you ever have questions about our affiliate relationships or editorial practices, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our business practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

Questions About Our Affiliate Program?

We're happy to answer any questions about our affiliate relationships or business model.