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Q: What is the reputation of University of Phoenix's online degree program w/ job recruiters?
I have decided to pursue my Masters degree in Marketing online, due to time and money constraints. I know University of Phoenix is well-established re: its online education program. However, does it have any real credibility w/ recruiters and placement/HR offices? It is definitely more economical and technologically advanced than the online programs of established colleges and universities. But is it worth it? Are there any traditional colleges of which anyone is aware that offer good online programs at a reasonable cost? Thanks very much.

A: Yes,there are many better choices than UoP. If you are interested I would advise you to visit Degree Discussion (http://www.degreediscussion.com/forums/) there are lots of people there who can help you. There is a lot of bad things being said about UoP and the way it operates. There are cheaper and more reasonable Online Marketing programs. For example : Baker College (http://www.bakercollegeonline.com/index.cfm/degreeonline-program) Regis University (http://www.mbaregis.com/degrees_mbamktg.asp) University of North Alabama (http://www2.una.edu/business/mba/index.html) or (http://www.columbiasouthern.edu/UNA/programs/marketing.html) There are plenty more..that are at least as "affordable" as UoP, One thing to make sure is that all Colleges and Universities you consider are Regionally Accredited (if In the USA). You may or may not choose to go for Professional Accreditation(AACSB) but that is more about choice then acceptability(please note the only Professionally Accredited school I listed was the University of North Alabama and they are not accredited by AACSB by the lesser known ACBSP.) I would really recommend the Degree Discussion message board, a lot of people who have vast distance learning(DL) experience.

Q: What do you look for in an online degree program?
My boyfriend and I want to go back to school. I already have a BA and my boyfriend has a couple years of college with no degree. We both work fulltime and he has a kid. I was looking into online degree programs. I was wondering what employers think of them and more importantly what do you look for in an online degree program? I mean....what kind of accreditation or whatever do I need to look for to make sure it's a "real" program?

A: As far as accreditation, since you already have a BA, it simply must be accredited ( state accreeditated by the Commission on Collegiate Education in the literature ) as a graduate education level program. What I looked for was a program that would allow me to reach my goal without having to take unnecessary courses. Also, since I also held a bachelors degree, I was looking for a program that would accept me with that degree and not require me to take a GRE or other exam. The majority of employers have no negative views regarding on line programs, as it is now the preferred choice for learning in high schools as well as universities. I found that these programs fit my lifestyle. Of course you must be proficient in the use of a computer.

Q: Anybody know a college which offers an online degree program in B.S. Accounting?
I have been looking for an online degree program, undergraduate BS in accounting, but have found little. The ones I found are online colleges like university of pheonix, or devry. I am trying to find a state or a campus college which offers BS in accounting because usually tuition is cheaper. Another important factor I have in mind, is the school known for accounting program. I want to be able to grab a decent job after graduating.

A: Colorado Tech U. http://www.ctuonline.edu/ Southern New Hampshire U. http://www.snhu.edu/2230.asp Upper Iowa U. http://www.uiu.edu/catalogs/eu/ug_degrees_business.html#accounting New Mexico State U. (Bus Admin) http://vrc.nmsu.edu/distance/degrees/details.cfm?id=2 University of Alaska Southeast http://www.uas.alaska.edu/academics/undergrad/bach/bba/accounting.html just a few to get you started looking... You could also consider: Excelsior College http://www.excelsior.edu Thomas Edison State College http://www.tesc.edu Charter Oak State College http://www.cosc.edu These offer the flexibility to take your courses wherever you'd like and transfer them in or to test out of courses.

Q: can anyone recommend a good online degree program?
i would like to get an online degree but i want use a legitimate school/program. i dont want to be scammed or "earn" a fake degree.

A: I'm not sure about undergraduate course offerings but for graduate studies in the engineering and technical fields, Walden University's National Technical University online degree program is both broad and well established.

Q: What is the best online degree program?
I was thinking of going to Phoenix University online. I need to know which online universities are the best and transfer with a better name. Also if I get an associates degree will I be gaurenteed to start in as a junior if I change colleges to get my bachelors? THanks

A: I'm thinking one of the online programs at Harvard University would be up there as "the best". UMass has programs wholly online that are considered pretty good by most people. Boston U. Florida State.... The colleges which have the best name in traditional studies also have the best name in online education. There are so many options out there now that your question is like asking "what car should I buy" without telling us any more information. Let me emphasize this point - and you need only learn one thing today and this is the thing... There are different levels of accreditation. Regional accreditation is the highest. Regionally accredited schools usually will only take transfer credit from other regionally accredited schools. BUT they aren't required to transfer any credit at all. Anyone who offers you a guarantee that you can transfer credit (except for the school that is going to accept the credit) lies. It's that simple. There are times when credit from the same school won't transfer across departments - for example if you change majors. There are no guarantees!!! ever!!! This is not my opinion - it is a fact. Colleges are never required to take transfer credit - ever!!! I don't know why that is so difficult for some people, but you my friend, now know the truth. Another "truth" -- it is an absolute, provable fact that it doesn't matter whether your degree was online or traditional. It only matters where you got it. They don't say "Bachelor of Arts ONLINE" on them. If you get your degree at University of Florida, nobody will ask if it was traditional or online or both. It's very likely that, these days, it was both (since every college worth 2-cent now has online classes). People don't disregard UoP because they have online classes, they disregard it because their own commercials say "we're way easy and a short cut" -- I understand they aren't easy but that's what their commercial says. Want an experiment to prove whether online vs traditional is the decider? Try this using Harvard U and U. Phoenix. You have an applicant for a job. Everything is equal except that one has a degree from Harvard U and the other from UoP. The Harvard was online, the UoP was traditional in a classroom. Are you hiring the Harvard grad? Yep, so is almost everyone else. It's about the school - not about the delivery method... and now you know one more "fact" with which to make a decision.

Q: Which university offers the best online degree program?
I'm currently out of the country, but I still maintain a residence in Florida. I heard this makes a difference, but I'm just not sure. I'm interested in either a degree in HR or Early Education.

A: Since you are out of the country, this may be difficult to do. The state universities and community colleges will be the best and least expensive way to further your education online. Usually degrees obtained online from state universities and colleges will be no different than a degree granted to a student sitting in class. You probably won't get a scholarship, but financial aid is possible. Stay away from the for-profits because of high cost. Some will be reasonable, but most, like University of Phoenix, overcharge. Many state universities now have online degrees. The following are some websites to get you started. http://www.fhsu.edu/virtualcollege/ http://www.peru.edu/offuttafb/degreeprograms/onlinelearning.htm http://outreach.uwyo.edu/ocp/ http://www.distance.msstate.edu/ http://www.distancelearning.ufl.edu/degrees.aspx http://www.apu.apus.edu/index.htm http://www.online.uillinois.edu/ http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ode/CollegeOverview.asp You can go to http://www.dantescatalogs.com/CounselorDisclaimer.asp?Catalog=DEDC&CameFrom=DEDC/DEDCNav.asp to get a list of degree granting institutions that cater to military and their families. Even if you are not military, check out the institutions anyway to see if they will work with you. Don't worry about the statement about the education office, just click the button "I understand" to be able to view the list. If you are just starting your education, check to see if the program you choose accepts CLEP and DSST tests. You may be able to find a testing center overseas where you can take these tests for college credit. For information on CLEP tests, http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html For information about DSST tests, http://www.getcollegecredit.com When you choose a school, make sure it is at least regionally accredited. You can check accreditation at http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.asp You can learn more about accreditation at http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html There are a couple of forums online with members who have obtained their degrees online. Some have gone pretty far with their online degrees. The forums are free to join but you can read the forum without joining. You just won't be able to post. http://forums.degreeinfo.com and http://www.instantcertonline.com/forums Good luck

Q: Has anyone successfully completed an online degree program and gotten a job?
I was just curious. I am a stay at home Mom looking to earn a degree but have little ones. I am interested in hearing about your experiences. Thanks!

A: In my experience, fair or not, the online degrees help but aren't looked at nearly on the same level as a four year college. What I've seen people do is go to the online colleges to obtain their masters degrees or finish up a major.

Q: Has anyone here received a Masters Degree via distance learning/online degree program?
If so, what college/university would you recommend? How was the quality of education vs. cost? How long did it take you to finish? Thanks!

A: Yes I have. I got my master in education through Walden University. It was excellent. You learn so much from your colleagues because you read their discussions, contribute your own and respond to discussions with suggestions or experience. Colleagues respond to you as well. The instructor serves as a guide in the discussions and in the reflections that you present. You learn from the experiences of others, research and your own experience in the classroom. We did one unit per week. You take one course at a time/ 2 courses per semester (8 weeks each). I completed the course work in 20 months, thats non-stop and frankly I have learned so much from it I am sharing and using findings with my colleagues and in my teaching. I will endlessly recommend it but you have to be a self-directed learner before you delve into online learning. It takes expert time management for research, writing, reading and watching lectures. Also, excellent file management to gather your work.

Q: Why choose a online degree program?
I am thinking about earning a masters degree online and wanted to get the pros and cons of getting a degree online.

A: It depends on what you are getting the degree in and what work you want to do when you graduate. Many MBA and some IT degrees are available online and they are gaining acceptance. There are some psych degrees online, but personally, having taken a couple of online courses, I don't think you can get the well-rounded experience you really need in that field. There are some degrees where experience under a mentor that you meet with regularly is absolutely priceless. That said, if the only way you can get a graduate degree is online it can be done. Be VERY CAREFUL to select a school that is accredited by one of the Regional Accrediting organizations if you're getting a US degree. There are some universities that say they are accredited, but their accreditations mean something different- basically they mean nothing to people in business or academia. You won't be able to get into a PhD program with one of those degrees (Unless it is also accredited in some weird way) and many places won't consider it a real degree. Most of all watch out for the fake colleges that basically offer a piece of paper saying you have a degree for a fee.

Q: Has anyone ever succesfully completed an online degree program?


A: My wife got her masters degree from U of Phoenix years ago. She loved it. It's still a lot of work from what I saw.

Q: Does anyone know of a good online degree program for doctoral students?


A: Walden University, University of Phoenix, Capella University, Argosy University, Liberty University, and University of Florida [a public university] all offer programs leading to a doctorate degree and are all accredited by one of the "big six" Regional Institutional Accrediting Agencies recognized by the US Government. The college you choose also depends on what you want to get your degree in. More info can be found on online degrees and accreditation at http://distancelearningdegree.com

Q: I need help choosing a masters degree program online?
I am interested in counseling, mental health, social work or anything related to social services. My problem is I need a program that can be completed 100% online. It seems like there is no programs out there. Help!!!!!

A: This is a hands-on field, so you will have difficulty in doing so. Did you know that online courses are more expensive than traditional colleges and universities? Make sure the program you attend is CACREP accredited. That is very important if you decide to earn a masters in counseling degree. Many of the skills and tools you will acquire in this field are practiced in class with your professor's constructive criticism/s. This cannot be replicated in counseling, social work, nor other similar fields. I highly recommend a night class once a week, or Saturday course (if offered) at a university near you. Best wishes.

Q: What do you think about obtaining a degree through an online program?
Has anyone ever completed an online program to earn a degree? If so... Would you recommend it to anyone else? Why or why not?

A: I just finished my last semester at DeVry University and I took couple of my courses and it was actually fun because I was able to meet other students from different parts of the world that went to the same university and it was also challenging to me and I think it was the best choice I ever made in my life. You should try it. DeVry lets you do both online and on campus courses at the same time and it is actually cool because if you can't fit a course in your on campus schedule you can always add it online. Think about it and see if it works for you. You might have a different aspect about it if you just try!

Q: Is there anyone out there that has had success after completing an online degree program?
If so, in what field?

A: I started my college education in the classroom, but finished the last year and a half online (BS in Computer Science). However the job market in that field in my area wants only people with 3 - 5 yrs experience (I have none), so I've not been able to find employment that will use my degree.

Q: What is the easiest online advanced degree program out there.?
I have a stressful job and have no room for drama. I need a masters degree and I need one quick to move up...any takers.

A: Contact whatever universities are in your area--many of them will offer graduate classes for working adults who want to pursue further education. I doubt that you will find a program that's entirely online, but it's worth a try. Start with colleges close to wherever you live, then work out from there.