Is a degree from Howard University reputable?
338479
Yes.  It is probably the most famous traditionally African-American University in the United States.  If you do a bit of research, you will find that the graduates of Howard University include Thurgood Marshall, Associate Justice of the US Supreme Court, Toni Morrison (Nobel Prize - Literature), numerous politicians, diplomats, musicians, actors and a Nobel Peace Prize winner.  \nHoward has quite a bit of name recognition across the US.  It was traditionally known as the "Black Harvard."  Howard has both a Medical School and a College of Pharmacy and Nursing.  A degree from Howard would only be a detriment if the person reviewing you resume has prejudice against African-Americans or traditionally African-American colleges.
1115743
If the school is accredited, it should be noted in their materials or you can call and ask them.  \n\nBefore investing your money in that institution, call a few employers you wouldn't mind working for and ask them what they think of a degree from that school and what further education they'd suggest to work for them.
434529
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.
583090
It is an accredited university. They are great for the few degrees they do, but they are also very expensive.
486893
try this\n\nhttp://www.bschool.howard.edu/
301865
while there are online degrees such as university of phoenix, they are not free by and stretch of the imagination.  An associate degree from Uof p was quoted at costing over $15,000.00 to my spouse. \nAny online program that is offering you a free degree is most certainly not going to be a legitimate degree.
563312
I have heard of it, but since I'm not in the sports field, I can't say for sure how well respected it is in the industry.  However, if you're looking for a career outside of that industry, or might venture out in the future, I think a narrowly focused school like that might hinder you.  I'm not sure how seriously a degree from a place like that would be taken at General Motors, or your neighborhood bank, for example. Regardless of how good or bad it is as a school, people outside the industry will imagine it to be "just a sports school", and not take it very seriously.  It really depends on what kind of employer you're asking about.
118511
There are quite a few schools that offer this.. specs howard.... I went to columbia school of broadcasting.. I'd suggest he'd go to a four year university and get his journalism degree, with a minor in radio-tv.  That way he has a better chance of getting somewhere
18155
I am currently going there for a M.S. in Information Technology.  The program is good and the instructors and pretty decent.  In regards to job placement, I don't know how good their services are, as I'm already employed.  The are fully accredited by the The Higher Learning Commission and North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, which is helpful in getting future employers to actually give you credit for your degree.  I think there is still a bit of a stigma attached to doing your degree online, but suprisingly Capella seems to get a better response to University of Phoenix when I talk about it with peers.  \n\nBottom Line: If you have a lot of self motivation and self direction this is a great school.  They will help you help youself, but it will be just as expensive as going to a real campus.\n\nBest of luck!
1038054
An online school?  Not likely.  Most of those programs are proprietary, meaning "for profit".  Often online programs aren't accredited.  Some schools have such lousy reputations that you'd be better off not having the school on your resume at all rather than naming a degree from them.  Thouroughly investigate any school you are thinking about and before investing one dime, call a few respected employers you'd like to work for and ask them what they think of the school you are thinking of attending and what they would recommnend in terms of schooling.\n\nSome state universities are offering their programs online--go with a state school over a fly-by-night internet only school.
78333
I go to American Public University, very nice and reasonable prices ($750 a class, books are basically free if you send them back).  They have a wide range of Associate, Bachelor, and Master degrees to choose from.  Take a good look at them, it fits very nice into my schedule.
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Breyer State University is not accredited by an accreditation agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education\n\nYou will be spending money and time and your degree will not be accredited from an accreditation agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education.\n\nA very good accredited university is :  http://www.calcoast.edu/\n\nGood luck on your studies.
40074
the university should be accredited...geta degree in the field that you want to pursue a career in...stay away from "buy your degree" schools like online or night only schools...like that university of phoenix..or any "business" school...i wouldn't hire anyone with that on their resume...;)
730154
Howard University is a HBCU (historically black college/university) I think it's always been an HBCU, but in 1933 it wasn't called an HBCU. Go to their website. I'm sure there's a tag for history.
555532
Unfotunately, as we have jumped into the Internet era, employers still don't look too favorably upon online degrees. U of Phoenix IS an accredited school, but keep in mind that you might meet with some resistance from hiring managers still.
617456
Check to see if they are accredited, first off.  If they aren't, don't even bother wasting your money because the degree will not be recognized.  Be very careful of any online school.  The are propriatary (for-profit) and most just want your money and don't offer quality in return.  Look to see if your local state college or university offers an MBA.  Many schools tailor those programs to working adults so people can maintain a job while earning an MBA.  \n\nGood luck!
566116
A bachelor's degree is not a general education degree.  There are plenty of these tests available, but none will be from accredited institutions.  Diploma mills (for-profit universities) would be the ones offering such a service.  If you don't care if the degree is respected, start with schools such as DeVry or the University of Phoenix.  Expand your search from there.  Of course, these places will charge you a sizeable fee.