Are there any online degree programs that are recognized as being cedible?
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Yes. I actually am attending an online program.  The way you can tell if it is credible is if the school offers pell grants.  Pell grants are only offered to students in a credible college.  www.axiacollegeonline.com/  This is the school I attend, and they are associated with University of Phoenix.  The support there is great.
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You may visit this website for more detail since it is specializing on distance learning and online study programs.\n\nhttp://www.icledu.org\nhttp://www.icledu.org/Degree.html\nhttp://www.icledu.org/Othercourses.html
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Be cautious with online schools. Most "online" schools don't have good reps. Consider your options carefully. \n\nThere are reputable, "brick and mortar" schools that also offer degrees online. Their good reputation for their on-campus programs will flow over into their online program. I strongly recommend that you look at some of those. \n\nSome great universities that offer online degrees include:\n\nUniversity of Massachusetts at Amherst\nRensselaer Polytechnic Institute\nUniversity of Denver\nUniversity of Maryland\nDuke University\nDrexel\nCarnegie Mellon\nPenn State\nBall State\nU Nebraska - Lincoln\nBabson\nWorcester Polytechnic Institute\nUniversity of Illinois\n\nAnd 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. \n\nGood luck.
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Trust me on this one -- I've been in the higher education business for decades.  Most online universities are NOT a good idea.  They are for-profit institutions making money from uninformed consumers, and from employers who subsidize their current employees' "educations."   People who are NOT currently employed will have a hard time getting prospective employers to take their degrees seriously, particularly if they come from University of Phoenix, AIU, Capella, or other for-profit schemes. \n\nIf you MUST work toward a degree online, the state university in your state is always the cheapest and best route. They are fully (regionally) accredited, and the degrees they issue are most often the SAME as the degrees awarded to students who study in person. \n\nIf your state university does not yet have a "distance education" program, then surrounding states will. Some of the best ones are:\n\nArizona State U\nColorado State\nKansas State U\nOklahoma State U\nPenn State (PASSHE)\nUniversity of Alaska\nUniversity of California\nUniversity of Florida\nUniversity of Illinois\nUniversity of Maryland\nUniversity of Michigan\nUniversity of Minnesota\nUniversity of South Carolina\nWashington State U\n\nCheck the website below for more info.
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The easy answer is: No.\n\nThe more developed answer is: they can be.  If you want to get your degree online, your best bet is to find out what traditional, accredited colleges in your area have online degree programs.  Find out whether your degree will be stamped, "online program," or not since employers are (rightly so) suspicious of anyone getting a degree online.  There are many diploma mills such as the University of Phoenix, which are not, in fact, quality educational institutions.\n\nIf you're looking to save money, going to school online usually costs MORE money than going to a traditional school, so I'd recommend comparing costs carefully.\n\nIn Wisconsin, we have programs via the University of Wisconsin system, and the University of Platteville, for example, has a complete online degree program that is offered in either online or correspondence course-based format (the latter does not require as strict of a timeline since you are not "in class" with students online).  It does not stamp your degree as being "online."  The University of Wisconsin also offers a two-year degree program online, but it is stamped as "online."  If you think you want to get your general studies courses out of the way and will do your last 2-3 years at a traditional university, this degree being stamped "online" may not matter much.\n\nCheck with your state or the surrounding states and see what options you might have.  Many of the traditional universities and even many private colleges (which have been accredited forever and are constantly undergoing review) will offer you an online program (or online courses to supplement a traditional program) and they will be a legitimate degree that is not a "diploma mill."\n\nCompare your costs.  Find out how much it costs to do the program in different kinds of schools.  Community colleges, if you have any where you live, are often a great way to get the "general studies" courses out of the way at a smaller, more supportive environment, and many tech schools now offer an associates degree program that transfers to a traditional college (with those general studies courses out of the way).  Tech colleges are often cheaper, too!  You might find an online program is cheaper, or you might be better off in traditional face-to-face classes (we're used to learning that way and many cannot learn effectively in an online format).\n\nFigure out first what you think you want to study, then do the work of comparing programs (luckily almost everything is online now).  Most schools will offer you financial aid as a full-time student, whether or not the school is online, but your safest bet is to make sure your online program is backed by a traditional university that has real buildings and real professors (not all part-time teachers).\n\nGood luck!
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Yes! Many community and 4-year colleges and universities around the country offer online or other format of distance learning programs. While you can pick virtually any school, residency requirements still affect tuition. Check with your local community colleges or regional accrediting agency for more info.\n\nThere are schools that operate purely online, allowing them to cater to specific niches and needs, but they tend not to be accredited. \n\nIf you know which university you may want to graduate from later, you can check with their registration department regarding transferring credits, and ask where many students transfer from.\n\nGood luck!
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There are quite a few on line universities any more depending on what you want to learn. Two, i recommend are DeVry & the U. of Phoenix, both fully accredited.  Many of your local universities/community colleges offer at home classes, too. If it is a business degree you want there are a bunch of those entities available too, but i would call your local library's business & info center to check their accreditations as well as the BBB for any complaints on them
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I agree with the above - U. of Phoenix but its really important that whatever one you do attend, to check its accreditation.  Go to the website of a normal respectable university find out what accreditation it holds and then call the online university and see if they hold the same one.  Your degree will be more or less useless if you dont have one that is accredited by a respectable university.
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Accredition, government certified, credential that can be transfer to regular school.\n\nThere are some bogus online school, there are some diploma mills, and there are some that are legitimate.\n\nCheck with the department of education or local government, check for school accredition, if they are recognize by states or by government. Check if you credit or diploma is rcognize and accepted by company that hires people. Check if they have reference of student graduates workings.
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Online degree programs are great for being efficient. You can usually work more at your own pace and are not dependent on being at a specific location. This saves you a lot of time and makes it easier for you to keep working while being in school.  Also, many schools handle assignments, notes, discussions, and quizzes over the web. This means that you can work and participate anywhere with an Internet connection, and turn in your assignments at any time of the day.\n\nThere are many benefits to get a degree online vs. in a traditional classroom setting. Here's a site with a lot more great information on some quality online schools and programs:\n\nhttp://www.college-scholarship-hound.com/index.php?t=onlineschools\n\nGood luck to you in your search!
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Government has introduce open university scheme which means one can do degree without doing pre-degree. u can do it through madras university, Indira gandhi open university,Annamalai university .were r u now r u in kerala.this scheme is also called Institute of Distance Education. I think this message will help u. For more details contact the above said universities. My Best Wishes.
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No. They are not accredited.  Just like those you see on those TV commercials. My recommendation would be to go to a real college and get an accredited degree.
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California State University, Fresno has a program.\nwww.csufresno.edu
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Chech first with the U.S. Department of Education and the Distance Education Training Council. Many schools now offer education on a distance learning mode. Most are legitimate, accredited institutions. Unfortunately, there are many others who operate as mere diploma mills, wherein you basically buy your diploma and you get nothing but a scrap of paper and a degree recognized by noone.\n\nAmong the recognized, legitimate, and leaders in the field are Penn Foster Career School, and Professional Career and Development Institute. Check them out at www.pennfoster.org, and www.pcdi.org. To check accreditation, log on to www.detc.org.
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any accredited online school is good.  Many colleges now offer distance programs, and some offer more financial aid than others.  I can say from experience, though... internet classes are just as informative as classroom classes.  Good luck to your husband... He'll have plenty of time to get it all done.  Internet classes really try to work around your busy schedule.  I really think that is their strongest asset
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These Degrees are accepted, but, as in any profession you will be competing with many individuals after the same position.  If one is a Graduate from a well known College, they may be looked at in a favorable light.  Also you should be aware, it can be difficult to impossible to transfer credits from the online course.  Be sure you read all the fine print.  Be sure that the course offers certification and not just the education.\n\nGood Luck, and Have a Great Day
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Let me begin by offering this warning--BE VERY CAREFUL!!  Yes, there are some online colleges that are legitimate; and there are others that are nothing more than degree mills. It is very important to recognize that all of these colleges are private institutions and are usually for-profit. That makes a huge difference when it comes time to validate your degree to either your employer or to another college.\n\nThere are several factors that you must consider.  First, what exactly do you want to accomplish with your degree. If the answer is personal satisfaction or perhaps a raise or promotion at work, then online may be the way to go. However, if you are looking to advance yourself with a master's or doctorate degree, like I am doing, then online may not be a viable route. For example, there are at least three online law schools--none of which are accredited by the American Bar Association. Without ABA accreditation, you cannot practice in Florida, which is where I live. So, online is not a viable option for me. \n\nSecond are the cost considerations. Online schools are typically outrageously expensive.  And there is no benefit to paying that additional fee. \n\nIf you are interested in obtaining your degree online, start with your local community college. Most community colleges are facing a funding crisis that prohibits them from building additional classrooms. As a result, many have turned to online versions of thei9r classes. They carry full college credit (make sure that they are regionally accredited) and the cost involved are quite reasonable--in some cases as low as $30 per credit hour.  \n\nI would try this route first and see if it will allow you to achieve your goals. Good luck!!