2007-03-16 10:25:48 · 9 answers · asked by rrh2 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
In addition to on-line degree programs, many universities offer adult-education programs. The programs are specifically designed for working adults (they do not accept traditional non-working undergraduate students) and take into consideration the time constraints of working adults and unlike most undergraduate degrees do not take 4 years to complete. Courses are generally offered during the evening and on weekends. Many also offer credits for lifetime experience and daycare services.
There are several advantages of doing these programs over straight on-line courses. First, you can be assured that the program is being run by an accredited institution and that your degree is legitimate. There are too many fly-by-night on-line degree programs that take people's money and offer bogus degrees. Second, you have the support services of guidance and financial aid counselors, professors and other classmates. Third, these programs provide excellent networking and internship opportunities. Lastly, and probably most important, you will be surrounded by adults who are sharing your experience and are serious about getting their degrees. They won't allow you to fail. On-line courses do not provide that level of disciplined support.
For more information, check out the websites of the state university system of your state. To look at private institutions in the United States, look at the website for the National Association for Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU). Every private college worth their salt has a link established on this website. Also, DO NOT LET FINANCES DETERMINE TO WHICH COLLEGES YOU APPLY. Apply first. Once you get in, fill out all the appropriate financial aid forms. The college's financial aid office will put together a package for you based upon your income and your need. Too many students don't get the financial aid they deserve because they ELIMINATE THEMSELVES from consideration. Good luck and all the best!
2007-03-16 12:53:33 · answer #1 · answered by ladylee1230 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, I'm a single mom working my way through school. It can be done. I earned my Associates first, partially because it's a piece of paper and partly because I got it from a University of Wisconsin school and knew all my credits would transfer to almost any college or university. Also, it was so much less expensive doing it that way - I wasn't paying full tuition to some major, prestigious college, and the classes were small.
You should have no problem finding a school that allows students to maintain a part-time status, and you should also be able to apply for and receive financial aid.
A lot of schools do have online courses. While they can be convenient, I don't think they have quite the benefit of classes held on campus. So much of learning involves interaction with teachers and other students. It's up to you to decide if you just want a piece of paper or if you actually care about and want to learn.
Good luck! It'll be difficult, but SO worth it.
2007-03-16 10:49:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-26 00:32:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One thing she might try doing if she has access to a Computer and Internet Connection is taking online classes. These come in very handy if you do not have a lot of time to go back and forth to college. Most universities offer several options and lots of degree programs. Just tell her to research colleges with online degree programs.
2007-03-16 10:36:19 · answer #4 · answered by Jsess 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try taking online courses and whatever you do don't give up. I worked full-time and took night courses while pregnant. It's duable you just need to stay focused and whatever you do don't look at the big picture since it can be overwhelming. Just take a day at a time and before you know it you'll get that degree.
Good luck.
2007-03-16 10:54:28 · answer #5 · answered by 2Tired 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think you should try an online school, i was going to everestonline but there are some good ones. ill put the links below, you basically study whenever you want.
2007-03-16 11:17:45 · answer #6 · answered by mariaprichard 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes she can go part time but she needs more time to read and hand over the time for the assignment
2007-03-16 10:29:48 · answer #7 · answered by Nasrudin H 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go for it - I did when my son was younger - it will only help to improve your life and your child(ren)'s life.
many people do part-time; it's better than not going at all.
2007-03-16 12:08:10 · answer #8 · answered by purplejadedragon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Online. University of Phoenix. But you better do highschool over first because your spelling and sentence structure sucks.
2007-03-16 10:34:28 · answer #9 · answered by svelte59 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋