would getting an online degree be a good idea?

Answer 1

Trust me on this one -- I've been in the higher education business for decades. Most online universities are NOT a good idea. They are for-profit institutions making money from uninformed consumers, and from employers who subsidize their current employees' "educations." People who are NOT currently employed will have a hard time getting prospective employers to take their degrees seriously, particularly if they come from University of Phoenix, AIU, Capella, or other for-profit schemes.

If you MUST work toward a degree online, the state university in your state is always the cheapest and best route. They are fully (regionally) accredited, and the degrees they issue are most often the SAME as the degrees awarded to students who study in person.

If your state university does not yet have a "distance education" program, then surrounding states will. Some of the best ones are:

Arizona State U
Colorado State
Kansas State U
Oklahoma State U
Penn State (PASSHE)
University of Alaska
University of California
University of Florida
University of Illinois
University of Maryland
University of Michigan
University of Minnesota
University of South Carolina
Washington State U

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Answer 2

I think that it depends on who you get it through. If you get it from an accredited Universtity, there is probably nothing wrong. The University of Phoenix for example, has an excellent program and an excellent online program. Also many state colleges and private colleges now have online degree programs. I would just be very careful about who is offering the degree so that you aren't throwing your money away. Also, many of these programs are available for you to recieve grants and student loans just as you would at a tradidtional university.

Answer 3

It's a good idea if you have the self-discipline for it. Some students (especially younger students) need the structure of attending classes, others really benefit from being able to discuss things face-to-face with other students and the professor. On-line discussions can be done well, and the schools that have been offering on-line degrees for some time should know how to do them well.

Like someone else mentioned, make sure the school is accredited for your intended major first.

Answer 4

i turn into going to take an information superhighway direction to get my degree with Kaplan college, yet u ought to be particularly stable with a working laptop or laptop, and that i'm no longer there yet. and that i be conscious of it value two times the quantity do get ur degree on line, then to take a walk in college. I checked around, and Kaplan is a properly familiar college, and extremely a lot known interior the employment container. so no undertaking there. I was hoping I helped.

Answer 5

It is always good to further your education. I have many older friends who have families and work full time so they are taking courses toward their degree on line from our local university. Just be certain that you are using an accredited university, not one of these scams. If you are not sure of their accreditation, go on line to the National Education Association for verification. Good luck to you!

Answer 6

Sure, why not. It seems the best way to study when you have a hectic life but if you have the time to study in a school environment go with that. Nothing beats the school experience.

Answer 7

Haven't thought about it

Answer 8

It depends on what your career goals are.

Answer 9

Thankyou for all the answers

Answer 10

i say no because i don't feel you lean somethink