Empire State College, one of the thirteen arts and science colleges of the State University of New York, is a multi-site institution offering associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees. It is primarily oriented towards the adult learner. The Center for Distance Learning is available for students throughout the world, who can earn an undergraduate degree completely online. The College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Empire State College administrative offices are located in Saratoga Springs, New York. Many of the undergraduate degrees offered by Empire State College are "individualized" as opposed to the more traditional degree programs. The college offers flexible programs, including distance education, extensive transfers of credits from other universities, knowledge gained through independent studies, standardized evaluations, and the opportunity to design one's own degree with an academic advisor or mentor. Empire State College's Center for International Programs also has special programs for students in Lebanon, Czech Republic, and Greece. International students pay the same tuition fees when studying online as in-state students.