Doris Said:

Do you prefer going to college or get an online degree?

We Answered:

I am currently attending the University of Phoenix online to obtain my Associates in Business Admin. I love the fact that I'm working full-time, being a full-time mom and I still have time to obtain a college degree. I do my homework at night after my munchkins are in bed and asleep. Yes, the tutition is higher than a "normal" college but I consider it a wash since I'm home everynight. The material that you need to read is on a pdf file. If you have anymore questions please feel free to email me.

Maria Said:

Will a place of employment consider me any different if I have an online college degree?

We Answered:

There is a lot of debate about this. It also depends on the school. A school that is known to be online, like University of Pheonix, will probably not get you very far. My credits from Excelsior college do not transfer everywhere.

An online degree is better than no degree. It shows you can persevere. Most employers I know would prefer an on-campus bachelors degree, but would be fine with an on-line masters degree.

A degree from a known college like UC Berkeley will be good whether online or not. Some colleges don't even say that the degree was earned through distance learning.

But always make sure the school is accredited!

Elmer Said:

Has anyone gotten a college degree online?

We Answered:

My husband and I both attend our local community college through online classes, I also take traditional classes on campus. My husband will achieve his first Associates next semester in Computer Information Systems. I am working now towards in associates in Business Office Technology. My husband plans to get another associates immediately following this one, and he wants to transfer to a 4 year program after we move to Alaska in a few years, but he will continue his education here until then. I as well want to transfer to a 4 year program and my ultimate goal is to attend law school.

Background aside. I love online classes and so does my husband. Most people aren't prepared for them actually being work. I enjoy it being to work some of my course work around my schedule in online classes. When I have to go to a campus class, i have to go on certain days no matter what. With online classes I usually have some variance of scheduling as long as my work is done when assigned. I like being able to study at home, in an environment I am comfortable in. Sometimes in campus classes I feel like Im having to compromise my study habits because of other people.

Now my husband really wants to take campus classes, and I want to take more online classes (ive only taken 5). So touche lol. I think online classes have been a great experience for me and my husband. Try them out!

Brittany Said:

can you get a job being a vet assistant if you only have a online college degree?

We Answered:

I'd like to know too! I also have an online college degree in vet assist. but I don't want to be the little "go-fer" for the vet. I think they would want you to have some experience in lab work. I had taken a class in person and did some lab stuff there, then I took the online course and finished. Yeah, but I think you need the hands-on work but they would hire you over some random person who knows nothing about animal health. Good Luck :)

Tammy Said:

mom wants to earn an online college degree?

We Answered:

Those are very good degrees and she will get hired anywhere if she goes to a decent college. Just research the colleges so she doesn't end up going to some flakey diploma mill.

Olga Said:

Anyone recieved a degree from a online college?

We Answered:

My wife got a master's in math education from Walden University. They are accredited and her school district accepted the degree. You never said what online college you are attending so I don't know for sure if they are accredited.

Giz

EDIT: It would be very difficult to get a federal loan for a non-accredited school! Your friend may be thinking of those e-mails we all get from diploma mills, where you pay for a fake degree. Good luck with your schooling!