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Q: What are the advantages of earning a Bachelor's degree online?
I want to start my degree at the University of Phoenix...please give ur thoughts or point of view from experience or whatever on earning a bachelor's degree online.

A: There are no advantqages. You might just as well get a tattoo on your forehead that says "I have a bad education." It will be cheaper and have the same effect. University of Phoenix is particularly bad. They were recently fined a record $9.8MM for sleazy recruiting practices and are currently being investigated for padding their placement numbers. Many employers will not hire U of P graduates. Others, like Intel, refuse to pay tuition for employees taking classes there because they feel that they lack rigor. One reason employers do not take their degrees seriously is because U of P accepts nearly everyone -- so employers don't know what they are getting. Finally, U of P is a For Profit Corporation that charges more than reputable public institutions. While they make a big deal out of being accredited -- the fact is that there is a big difference between being accredited and being respected. Get a real degree at a real college.

Q: I need to get a bachelor degree online on a foreign language.I would like to be a translator.Any suggestions?
I'm a busy mom with a toddler with special needs who needs my constant attention.I already know english and spanish but I dont have a bachelor degree.I would like to learn and get a bachelor degree in a third language.I would like to work from home. I live in the U.S.

A: More and more people want to become translators (I want to become one), so I definitely believe a degree is a good idea. That being said, a bachelor degree in another language doesn't guarantee that you'll be a good translator. I studied English at university (I'm French, by the way), and I know a lot of people who were not good at translation (including a girl who was bilingual!). I'm going to start a university course through the Internet at the end of January that prepares students for a Diploma in Translation (DipTrans). This diploma has been created by the British Institute of Linguistics. Because there are so many translators on the job market, and also because there are so many BAD translators (a friend of mine is a translator, and sometimes corrects translations written by other people...), I think having a degree is a good idea. If I were you, I would start with the languages I already know, and then (or maybe at the same time) study another one (if you really want a third language). Here's the website for the Institute: http://www.iol.org.uk/index.asp You go to "Examinations", and then "Diploma in Translation" Here's the school I chose, because it seemed that their course was the most thorough: http://www.city.ac.uk/languages/dt.html As you will see, it's "quite" expensive, but I don't know your budget, so... You don't need to have a degree, but it is BETTER if you have one. Another alternative would be to take the exam without taking the course, but I'm not sure it's a good idea because it seems quite difficult (and I was pretty good at translation). The other problem is that I think it's a bit too late to register with this university, but I'm not 100% positive, and there are other universities that provide such courses (although they don't seem as good, but I haven't tried, so I wouldn't know). Another good thing: you don't have to be in England to take the exam. Anyway, if you decide to take this exam (and even if you don't), you can always start learning another language in the meantime. I don't know if you live in the US or the in UK (or Australia, etc.), but the OU (Open University - UK) gives correspondance classes, and it's recognized by the government. I think they have foreign language degrees. Here's their website: http://www.open.ac.uk/ If you don't live in the UK, just type "language distance degree US" (or "Australia"), or something like that, and I'm sure you'll get a list of universities which provide what you're looking for.

Q: Will an online bachelor's degree be worth less than a traditional degree?
I have my associate in business and would like my bachelor's in business. I work for a huge company with alot of room for advancement, and i am in an entry-level position right now. If I get an online bachelor's, will people give my employer give me less "credit" for it?

A: It's more than just accreditation - as another poster said, it's the reputation of the school. And most "online" schools don't have good reps. Consider your options carefully. There are reputable, "brick and mortar" schools that offer degrees online. Their good reputation for their on-campus programs will flow over into their online program. So to be quite blunt, an online OR an offline degree from U Phoenix, or Devry, or ITT, will only get you so far, because the reputations of these schools isn't the greatest. A degree of any sort from UMass Amherst, or U Nebraska Lincoln, or U Maryland, will likely be seen as more acceptable by more employers, and may, therefore, get you further. Some great universities that offer online degrees include: University of Massachusetts at Amherst Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute University of Denver University of Maryland Duke University Drexel Carnegie Mellon Penn State Ball State U Nebraska - Lincoln Babson Worcester Polytechnic Institute And there are others. But in general, when you're looking for a distance learning degree, try to find a program at a school that has a good reputation for their "brick and mortar" campus. Good luck.

Q: Can you get at job with an online Bachelor's degree from an DETC school?
Does it matter where you go to get a BS as long as you have it? Do employers care about if your education is accreditted nationally or regionally. Am I wasting time and money going to an online school? Will I get Job?

A: You should definitely consider attending an online college... but only if it is regionally accredited. There are just too many good colleges offering online degrees to waste your time on one that is not regionally accredited. About online degrees: Although some might say an online degree will be easier to earn, or will not be respected by employers, that is simply not the case. Your degree will be identical to the degree conferred upon traditional brick-and-mortar students. When you hang your Penn State or Syracuse degree on the wall or list it on your resume, you will get the same amount of respect as someone who attended classes in person. And as an online student myself, I can assure you, the programs are every bit as rigorous! There are over 950 colleges with online programs, so there is definitely a program out there that should meet your needs. In fact, dozens of well-known, respected universities ranked in the Top 100 by U.S. News offer online programs (Penn State, Syracuse, Boston U, University of Illinois, and so on). Even Ivy League universities are catching on: http://www.online-college-blog.com/index.php/online-college-reviews/ivy-league-universities-now-offer-online-degrees-and-certificates/ Unfortunately, when you type in "online college" in a search engine, most of the time, all you see are the for-profit schools because they pay big bucks out in advertising. Don't settle for a for-profit school, attend a state school or well-known university instead. About the classes... The best feature of an online degree is flexibility. I have attended traditional classes and online classes, and I prefer the online format. As an online student, I am able to work full-time and carry a full-time course load. You can also afford to be picky about your program of study. For example, I attend Columbia College and they offer 8 week terms. In a single year, I can earn 30 hours, just like a regular student attending campus. In fact, if you carry a high GPA, you can apply for an academic overload and earn up to 45 hours per year. Throw some CLEP or DSST exams into the mix and you'll have your degree in no time. In terms of academics, as I mentioned previously, classes are every bit as challenging as traditional classes. In fact, I would say I work harder as an online student than I ever did when I was attending night classes. Tuition Cost If you shop around, online colleges can be more economical than traditional schools. I earned my first two years at a community college in Texas offering online classes (Central Texas College). My classes were just $50 per credit hour (apx. $150 per course). Then, I transferred to Columbia College where I pay $205 per credit hour (which is about the same as what I would pay at the university in my city). Since I'm an online student, I keep a blog about online classes... some of my posts might be able to help you out... http://www.online-college-blog.com

Q: What is the average cost to get a bachelor degree online?


A: Ha ha, I have another site for you... hopefully this helps, too: http://www.onlinestudiestoday.com. I just graduated with my bachelor degree (but I went on-campus to a university) and it was about $20,000-$25,000 for all four years, including books (but not including room and board costs). I would think an online college would run a bit cheaper, though!

Q: I want to earn a bachelor degree from home, but not online. Is there a school out there that does this?
I don't have a good enough computer to earn a degree online. And I don't have time to go to class each night. So I was thinking that there might be a program you can do from home. Does anyone have any suggestions?

A: University of Phoenix has online courses or you can go to class 2 nights a week.

Q: Affordable bachelor degree online????
I've been researching online for a few hours now and I can't find to many affordable online bachelor degree programs. I would like to earn one in Legal Studies (or paralegal). Thus far the cheapest school I've found is Western Governors University, however they don't offer a B.S. in Paralegal (or Legal) Studies. Can someone direct me to an accredited online (or correspondence) school that offers affordable bachelor's degrees?

A: Check out http://distancelearningdegree.com/ for information on accreditation, since you will want your degree from an accredited university. Many universites, including classroom based ones, don't offer paralegal degrees; they offer paralegal certificates.

Q: University ==> Online Bachelor Degree ?!?!?!??!?!?
What are some good universities that I can get a bachelor science degree online? I'm looking for Computer science major

A: There are tons of online programs. I personally attended American Intercontinental Univ. and Capella University, and I have taught for various online schools over the last five years. All are accredited and solid programs. Online courses tend to vary in price, so we could say they are more expensive, but that is relative. Of course they are more expensive than a community college, but less expensive than Harvard. The price range varies. The key is to find a program that is fully accredited. Is it worth it? YES. My career has boomed since my MBA at nearly 5 years ago. I am close to finishing my PhD through distance education, and I am at the job that I want. I know I wouldn’t be here without the education. If you are looking at work in the U.S., then you need a school that is accredited and recognized by the Dept of Ed. I can give more info on that later. You should market yourself and not the degree or university. There are many traditional universities offering degrees that can be earned through online methods. Distance Learning Alliance has a list of these traditional online schools. Look at that if you are truly concerned with the name of the school. Good luck on your search!

Q: I want to start my Bachelor degree online in counseling Psychology. I am looking for the right school,any Idea
Looking for accredited and not-too-expensive one. Thanks for your help.

A: All on line colleges and universities are more expensive than going to the physical college. However, these two are accredited, Phoenix on line, and Capella. I know that Phoenix offers on line classes and degree program in Psychology. Good luck and God bless***********************

Q: Online bachelor degree?
Has anyone in canada ever taken a online degree if so what school did you take it from. I am looking for an online degree program in legal studies.

A: this site may have info that helps

Q: Education ==> Online Bachelor Degree ==> Disadvantages ?!?!?!?
I already got a diploma degree from a technical college, and have 1 uear of experience in my field. So what would be some disadvantages of getting an online bachelor degree? I'm gonna work while getting the degree Thank You *****I learned in a technical college***** *****I want to get a bachelor degree online *****

A: if u apply to a job. it will be harder for u to get it with taht degree..

Q: What is the fastest one can earn a bachelor's degree online?
I need a degree fast and want to know the fastest way to do it.

A: There is a school that offers classes every 5 weeks online. It's called Ashford University. I think. I have a friend who is taking classes online with them and loves it. She should have her BA in less than a year. http://www.ashford.edu/home/

Q: Where can I get an online Indian bachelor's degree in one month?
I am working in India and I need to have a valid dual bachelor's degree within a month. Please help me.

A: Considering that it takes years to EARN a bachelor's degree at any reputable institution, online or not, what you are asking sounds odd. I'm sure for the right price there is some diploma mill that would be willing to give you a piece of paper claiming you are a "graduate" of a dubious school, but is that really what you want attached to your name and reputation?

Q: want to get Bachelor's Degree online, can't decide in what so I choose general studies, but where do i begin?
any suggestions for me? Also, I already have my AA Degree in general studies...And can I attend an online school in a different state when I reside in California?

A: There are tons of online programs. I personally attended American Intercontinental Univ. and Capella University, and have taught for various online schools including the University of Phoenix. All are accredited and solid programs. Online courses tend to vary in price, so we could say they are more expensive, but that is relative. Of course they are more expensive than a community college, but less expensive than Harvard. The price range varies. The key is to find a program that is fully accredited. Is it worth it? YES. My career has boomed since my MBA at nearly 5 years ago. I am close to finishing my PhD through distance education, and I am at the job that I want. I know I wouldn’t be here without the education. If you are looking at work in the U.S., then you need a school that is accredited and recognized by the Dept of Ed. I can give more info on that later. You should market yourself and not the degree or university. There are many traditional universities offering degrees that can be earned through online methods. Distance Learning Alliance has a list of these traditional online schools. Look at that if you are truly concerned with the name of the school. Good luck on your search!

Q: Which are the BEST online Bachelor's Degree programs?
First, I would like to begin with a brief overview. Currently, I am a 21 year old sophmore attending Hofstra University out on Long Island, NY. I took the first 2 years after graduating high school off, because I honestly didn't know what I wanted to do. I made the decision I wanted to obtain my B.S. in Finance, Business Administration, or Management so I applied to Hofstra University and was accepted. I now face a major decision in my life and have come here for honest opinions and possible guidance. I just got offered at job with a base salary of $70,000 which requires full-time work. This means I must leave Hofstra University, but still wanting to obtain my Bachelor's. I have been reviewing some online programs which will allow me to do both, which is exactly what I want, but I don't know where to apply. If there's one thing I want to make clear it's that I don't want to attend a typical online degree program (i.e. University of Phoenix, Kaplan University, AIU, Ashford University, etc). I want to attend a well known college such as Boston U, Penn State, etc. however I can only find MBA programs for such. If you know of any online programs which you think I may like please let me know as I am honestly caught in the crossroads and have little time to make a HUGE decision. I would like to thank you all for reading regardless if you reply. All answers, guidance, and opinions are deeply appreciated. Take care.

A: "Best" is such a subjective term that there really hasn't been a valid rating system for online programs like there have been for traditional programs. Bottom line is that the best online programs will be at the best traditional colleges. Peterson's has a pretty good search engine for online programs but remember that the world of distance learning is in a state of constant change. New programs are being added all of the time. http://www.petersons.com/distancelearning/code/search.asp A search on bachelor's with business administration as the major returned five pages to look at. Penn State is on that list. BS in Business Administration http://www.worldcampus.psu.edu/BachelorinBusiness.shtml Plenty of these are state colleges (Kansas State, UMass, UHawaii, UIllinois, UMichigan, UWisconsin, etc.) that would offer a good combination of quality and price while many others are those "as seen on TV" schools that you probably prefer to avoid. Take a look at the search engine and see what you think. There are plenty of good options out there. If I were looking for a bachelor's in a business area, I'd be inclined to like UMass Amherst's BBA http://www.umassonline.net/degrees/Online-Degree-Bachelor-Business-Administration.cfm Add: I'm not so sure that the statistical data or the academic research supports Angel's opinion about the value of a college degree. I'm sure you're not hoping to stay in this same position at the same salary for the rest of your life. We both know that the degree (any degree) will be needed for advancement.