can i get free or low cost dgree on line or distance education?

Answer 1

no

It's really that simple of an answer. It costs money to deliver courses online and someone has to pay for it - that someone is the student.

What you can get is financial aid for online programs that can reduce your costs just like at traditional colleges.

Answer 2

Do some research on online colleges/universities and their tuition fees. Once you find one or two you are interested in, fill out a FAFSA (www.fafsa.gov). If the government decides you are eligible, they may give you a grant to cover your education costs.