I do not have the time to go back to school...when I am not working full time I am home tending to my husband and daughter...soon to be a 2nd child added. This is the only choice I thingk I have without sacrificing my job or family.
2007-08-03 07:24:55 · 12 answers · asked by LosersSuck 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
The short answer to your question is a resounding YES! Online degrees are not only reliable but also well accepted in the marketplace. The fact is that online education is becoming mainstream and many major universities are now offering online classes. Also, there are many reputable and accredited distant learning (DL) universities that offer online degrees.
Your primary concern when researching online education should be the school’s accreditation. There are several accrediting agencies in the U.S. - For an overview, look at this link from the Department of Education:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-accred-recog_associations.html
From a personal stand point I can tell you that all my post-secondary education has been accomplished by DL, and it has never been and issue with my employers. In fact, I’m currently enrolled in an online MBA.
I must say, however, that online education requires a big commitment in terms of time and discipline. For the most part you must manage your progress, so if you procrastinate, you’ll fall behind.
As for the advantages, you’ll be able to set your own study time and work at your own pace (within the constraints of the courses), and study anywhere and anytime.
For good information regarding online schools visit this site:
http://www.elearners.com
If you decide to pursue DL, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.
Good luck.
2007-08-03 15:21:31 · answer #1 · answered by aviatorpepe 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations on the 2nd baby!
Some online colleges are reputable, but not all. Stay away from for profit colleges like U of P. Instead, find out what the state and city have to offer in the way of online degrees. Your degree will be the same as other students who went to physical classes. The school you choose must be accredited by one of the 6 bodies- ie. Middle States (see chea.org or wikpeida). Don't let anybody tell you otherwise, no other accreditation matters.
For an example of a reputable program, check out cuny.edu and look at their online programs. You might also look at suny.edu.
2007-08-03 13:37:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
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2014-08-28 12:41:44 · answer #3 · answered by ✔ Rayman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been going to college for about 5 years now and most of my classes have been online. I have attended a community college and a university online. I recently looked into Phoenix University online and didnt feel very comfortable with them so I am going back to state university. Just remember to stay on task. These classes make it very easy to put things off till the last minute.
2007-08-03 07:34:16 · answer #4 · answered by Mrs. S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only online degrees that are credible are offered as out reach programs from accredited colleges and universities. Don't sign up for one unless it is a recognized institution.
2007-08-03 07:28:52 · answer #5 · answered by Comedian James Uloth 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The only online college I have found to be worthwhile is Western Governors University. www.wgu.edu I will graduate from them in about 3 months. They are the cheapest and the most accreditated school in existence. Check them out.
2007-08-03 10:26:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I probably should not be the one to respond to your question, but I am so fed up and hate online degree programs so badly that I have to speak up. If the college is not connected to a school in your local area - I would stay far, far away! Case in point - UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX! I attempted to go 'offline' and attend the local U of P college in my city and they gave me all kinds of grief, lied about not being able to do it - and so forth. I found out they were greedy and worked on some kind of 'commission ' whereby they have to get students for the actual Online college - and not the local. I do not trust online colleges and I would never, ever waste my time, and money (yes, it is very, very expensive!), I was forced to purchase a computer with all kinds of software they told me would be reimbursed ONCE I GOT MY LOAN - and as it worked out - the loan never came through - so I owe Dell over $2000 for this computer and software that I never would have purchased.
STAY AWAY....or at least make sure you get a full understanding and don't let them rush you into anything.......They did me and I was no where near ready. They talk big and blow you up big time but nothing comes through. I could never get my advisor to respond to me, they put me in a group of students from all four points of the globe and we could never establish time to be on the computer AT THE SAME TIME! My long distance bill was horrible! I just don't have anything good to say about PHOENIX....
2007-08-03 07:33:43 · answer #7 · answered by THE SINGER 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Yes they care. Online degrees are worthless.
2016-03-16 06:10:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start off by looking at the different colleges online. If you find one you are interested in, call the education dept. for your state and ask them if they are accredited and will your degree be accepted within your state.
2007-08-03 07:29:56 · answer #9 · answered by floridagirl 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
950
2016-11-30 19:39:27 · answer #10 · answered by Elvia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋