Posted by glen on September 12th, 2008
Everyone knows that college is expensive. Commuting to college has traditionally been a way to decrease education-related costs. Given the rising gas prices, online education is becoming a viable alternative that allows students to save money while furthering their education.
Over the past few years, the amount of financial assistance provided by federal student aid has tripled for those attending online schools. In addition, Congress has created legislation that makes it easier for students of online education to receive federal loans.
Online education is quickly becoming the method of choice for those who do not have the time to attend a traditional campus based program. It is possible to complete your education or further career without putting your life on hold.
With the job market getting more competitive, the best way to differentiate yourself from others is an online degree. Many schools offer the same course content as campus programs for a much lower cost per credit-hour. For individuals without excess time and/or money, online education is the best way to get ahead without breaking the bank.
Posted by krail on July 9th, 2008
I’m not going to lie to you. Getting your degree on line isn’t for everybody, and it isn’t a walk in the park. It takes dedication and most of all, discipline. For those of you who may be misled into thinking that you are going to be handed a diploma through the drive-thru degree program, think again. It is challenging, it is very legitimate and it is VERY worth every minute you spend doing it. But just like everything else; whatever you put into it is exactly what you will get out of it.
I highly recommend setting yourself up a schedule. There is no need to stress over it either. Pace yourself. Remember, balance is the key to everything in life. Try to set aside maybe two hours a day to do homework, or any combination of time that suits your schedule. This could even be doing it on the weekends. The great thing about an online degree is you can pop in and out of your classes any time of a 24 hour day. That is one point that I’m sure you will grasp very early on.
You will also have weekly deadlines to meet with your assignments. I highly recommend not getting behind on these. This is where the patience comes into play. If you allot yourself the two hours a day that I spoke of earlier, you will do just fine. After a few weeks go by, you will create a usable system and get into a rhythm. Before you know it, one month will pass, one semester will pass, then the next thing you know, you’ll be shaking hands with the dean of admissions with diploma in hand. That’s what will make it all worth it.Â
