Online College Degrees

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   Can I earn an accredited Bachelor Degree in Education online?
   Hey everyone. I was just wondering if anyone knew of an accredited online university where I can earn a Bachelor Degree in Education? I would like to teach grades K-8. I would prefer to go to a state university but I guess I can't be to picky. Thanks for any info!

   Michelle

   • ANSWER:
     I would look into the University of Phoenix. They have an Education AA program, so I would presume that they have a Bachelor's program for it as well.

     Good luck!

2. QUESTION:
   What are some legitimate, accredited online bachelor's degree programs?
   It seems like there are a lot of scams and some unreliable programs out there. Is there perhaps a website that has a list of accredited online college programs? Thanks for your help.

   • ANSWER:
     Here are a few genuine good ones I have come across:
     http://www.extension.harvard.edu/
     http://www.wgu.edu/
     http://cps.regis.edu/?cid=gen-internal-prosp
     https://www.excelsior.edu/
     http://www.bellevue.edu/
     http://sln.suny.edu/

     There are in fact tons of good ones about that are not a scam. They are usually well respected brick and mortar schools that also offer online programs. They are not schools like Kaplan, Phoenix or Westwood which are for profit schools. Stay clear of for profit schools.

     Thanks
     Bill

3. QUESTION:
   What online schools offer an accredited Bachelor Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management?
   I am looking for a FULL (not just a completion program because I have no transfer credits) Bachelors Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management at an online school. It needs to be accredited and preferably not very expensive. I'm having some trouble finding many online schools that even offer this degree. Can anyone provide me with some helpful suggestions?

   • ANSWER:
     I just did a web search and came up with a whole page of schools that offer this degree:

     http://www.elearners.com/online-degrees/hotel-and-hospitality-management.htm

     Online schools are not cheap. For the most part, they are private, and charge the same rates as a traditional private school. However, almost all colleges offer some types of Distance Learning or Extension Degree programs online now. A couple that were listed on this site were state schools--Univ. of Mass., and Univ. of Delaware. Contact your state college or university or look on their website and see what they have to offer. Can't hurt to look.

4. QUESTION:
   Is there an accredited online Bachelor's degree program for any of the following subjects?
   Biology, Pharmacology, Electrochemical Engineering, Biochemistry Physics Engineering Physics, Botany, Textile Technology, General Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Electronics Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Food Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Chemistry, Ceramic Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Marine Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Microbiology, Civil Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Molecular Biology, Computer Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Organic Chemistry, Electrical Engineering

   • ANSWER:
     Try these links:
     http://www.directoryofschools.com/bachelors-degree-online.htm
     http://www.directoryofschools.com/
     http://www.bachelordegrees.net/
     http://www.elearners.com/online-degrees/bachelor/
     http://www.pondered.org/online-degrees/
     http://content.monstertrak.monster.com/resources/archive/careerfields/onlinedegree/
     http://www.online-education.net/bachelor_degree.html
     http://www.worldwidelearn.com/online-bachelor/index.html
     http://www.bachelorsdegreeonline.com/
     http://www.drexel.com/

5. QUESTION:
   I want to earn bachelor degree from any accredited online distant learning university. ?
   I am currently in Tanzania for next 3 years. Education system is not accepted in anywhere.
   Please suggest me where I can enroll and earn bachelor degree with out giving exams to any learning center. I will be able to give online exams or clear my graduation only

   • ANSWER:
     I think that University of Phoenix can do all that. It's got great distance learned programs.

6. QUESTION:
   What is the best online accredited school to attend for a bachelor's degree?
   I wanted to major in early childhood education and wanted to know if anyone attended or knows of a school I can attend online (thats accredited) and earn my bachelor's degree if not in education but something close to it.

   • ANSWER:
     Strayer University - regionally and nationally accredited. Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education

     http://www.strayer.edu/handler.cfm?sid=3524A52D-D71C-4792-8029BF3D51657E09&cid=6B247B83-1877-47C0-AF8440187DCD9927

7. QUESTION:
   Can I get a decent job as an accountant if I get my bachelor's degree from an accredited online school?
   I don't live near any big colleges that offer bachelor's programs, only associates, and I am workingon that now.What are some of the best online schools out there?

   • ANSWER:
     It should not really matter that you get the degree on line. That is a growing trend. Many accredited schools offer a variety of degrees. Plus, some regular schools are offering online degrees as well.

8. QUESTION:
   Taking accredited online classes to get a Bachelor's degree and be eligible for a CA teaching credential?
   I am currently in a community college working online towards my GE to transfer to a university to get my bachelor's in music and then my California Teaching credential.

   My question is, is there an accredited university that offers all it's classes in an online enviornment that would get me a Bachelor's Degree that would make me eligible to earn a California Teaching Credential (secondary school teacher). I would like to do this so I do not have to quit my job to continue my education.

   • ANSWER:
     check out http://go4onlinedegree.googlepages.com/ hope the information there would be helpful to you

     You can have some tips on selecting the right college and list of top accredited universities etc.. @ http://go4onlinedegree.googlepages.com/

9. QUESTION:
   Any Good Rigorous Accredited Online Colleges?
   I travel a lot and I was looking for a rigorous regionally accredited online bachelors degree program in political science or public
   administration but lately the colleges I've been finding colleges online seems like a 3rd grader could do blind folded and I plan attend to transfer to a upper scale on campus college for after a year any advice ?

   • ANSWER:
     The key is to make sure the college/university is accredited. I have three basic recommendations for everyone looking into online/distance education. They all have to do with exploring; after all, you have to defend your assets.

     1. Make certain that you have triple checked their accreditation. First, they tell you what it is, then you go to that accrediting body’s website (not through the link provided by the school), and thirdly you would visit the department of education to see what they have to say. Do your diligent research into the institutions once you have narrowed down to a couple. You can look at the Better Business Bureau for more information on the college.

     2. You must have extreme self motivation and be able to teach yourself per say. This means that you will not have someone telling you verbally, so it is up to you to get the information from the course room, text, and other resources. The best way to look at it is like a guided independent study course.

     3. Review your goals, personal and professional. Make sure that the school that you are going to offers the programs that match your goals. Do not settle. There are many programs that are similar, but you have to make the ultimate decision. Do not let it be based on finances and length of program, but the fact that when you are finished or near finished you will be able to assume your proper place in the career field sought.

     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!

10. QUESTION:
    Accredited Online Psychology Schools, are they the way to go for a Bachelor's Degree?
    I've been in and out of college for a few years, and I get stressed out and have anxiety problems being around a lot of people in a class room environment. When I was college, I always got decent and good grades, but just had some social anxiety. I'm going to a psychologist right now who is helping me. A couple of the programs in the medical field I have been in were to stressful, and I don't like the fact that I would have to operate on people. I'm interested in psychology and how our minds work and made an A in a general psychology course on campus, and thought it was interesting. My mom got a Bachelors degree in Psychology. But, no matter how hard I try to go to school, I don't have the drive and focus to sit during a class room with a bunch of people because I get so nervous, so that is why I thought about getting an online degree in psychology? I know psychology deals with face to face interactions, so most companies might look down upon an online degree, but I'm getting too old and need a degree, and would just rather do online course work. I like helping people out, and usually when your a psychologist sometimes your only helping out one person, and I'm better in small groups than attending a class with a bunch of students. All this anxiety, and add, having trouble focusing in a classroom setting makes it hard for me to even finish any programs. I'm pretty smart, just would rather learn in an online environment, so I need to know a couple of the best accredited online schools that offer the best online learning experience? Any information would be helpful, so I can spend a lot less time on site at a regular campus. Thanks. I've look at Argosy University's website, but don't know if they are accredited or not?

    • ANSWER:
      I can't advise you on which online college program in psychology would be good for you. But, I do wish to caution you about those online programs that are online only and do not have a real, physical campus. Also, be cautious in regards to any college's promises about being hired in your area of study and in regards to loans for financial aid, if needed.

      To help you find an online / mostly online psychology course of study, you may wish to use the service available through the website for the highly respected magazine U.S. News and World Report:
      Accredited Online Bachelor Degree Programs & Courses
      http://www.usnewsuniversitydirectory.com/bachelors.aspx

      Once you are at that web page, just
      Select Psychology as the Subject
      Make sure the button for Online courses is marked
      Then, click on the Search button

      You will still then need to research the colleges offering online Psychology programs and bachelor's degrees to find out how reputable they are and if they also have a real, physical campus. To research the colleges, obtain and go to each college's website. Plus, look at one or more of the annual college ranking publications (probably available at your local public library):
      U.S. News & World Report's annual Best Colleges
      Princeton Review's Best Colleges

      Here is a link to an article with good tips to help evaluate an online college:
      http://www.worldwidelearn.com/education-articles/online-learning-checklist.htm

      Best wishes

11. QUESTION:
    Will like to obtain a Bachelor degree in science online, which online university can you recommend.?
    Am currently pursing my diploma degree in Network engineering, but will also like to have my Bachelor's degree online in order for me to work and obtain work experience. Can you please recommend any accredited online university you knew about in Canada.
    Thank you guys for your informations. Am only trying to work while i also get my BSC within a minimum time.

    • ANSWER:
      Finding a legit online college wherever is a difficult thing to go through as your future is at stake..There are lots of online colleges out here on net but yes only few of them are legit rest are just scams that are just there to ruin you. So you ought to beware of them and stay strictly away from them. Know one site that offer the list of best online colleges that offer online degree from very long time and are known for the education they provide. To explorer the list of top accredited colleges go to http://www.thedegreeexperts.com/online-degree.aspx . All the colleges listed here are accredited regionally or nationally from most reputed organizations so that assures the quality of education they provide.

12. QUESTION:
    Is an online degree from an established, accredited four year university a good idea?
    I m considering enrolling to Washington State University's online bachelors degree in business administration program. I currently run my own small business plus hold down a part time job so I do not have the time to attend the university in person. Would an online degree from this state university be the same as a if i had attended in person?

    • ANSWER:
      Definitely. I live north of Spokane, and am working on my MBA from Indiana University, and a dual Master's in Global Management from Thunderbird.

      I hate WSU (I went to UW undergrad), but as long as they are AACSB accedited, it is worthwhile. However, you should check the rankings and try and get into the best school you can. IU is top tier (top 20 across the board, top 5 / top 10 in many disciplines), and Thunderbird is #1 in global business 10 years' running.

      The key is AACSB certification. It ensures the school has the highest standards for academics, and that the online degree is just as good as the in-residence degree is.

      WSU has that certification, so it is at least top 10% of business schools in the world. There are better, so find a fit for what you want to study, your budget, and your application.

      I looked at every school on that list, compared it to all the rankings, and then went down the list until one had an online program. Duke was the best Executive Ed, but it was 0,000+ and required me to be on campus several weeks a year. Neither fit me. IU requires one week a year; The IU/TBird dual is about three and a half weeks. One at IU, one in Beijing, China, and one and a half in Arizona.

      Online degrees are no different than the in-residence degrees at AACSB schools. In fact, they have some advantages because you keep your job, you learn to manage your time alot more, and you work with teammates and classmates in a setting more like the business world - email, conference calls, and online collaborative meetings.

      So, other than the WSU thing I was kidding about (mostly), I say go for it!

13. QUESTION:
    Can some please help me find an online degree in Psychology?
    Im living in Qatar (Middle East) and I want to persue my studies in Psychology. There arent many options here so Im looking for an accredited online degree. Can someone please tell me if there are some universities providing online Psych Bachelors degree?
    Ive done my graduation in Pharmacology. Therefore suggesting me to go for A-levels seems weird. I need to shift my field therefore Im looking for an online degree in Psychology that I can study from the Middle East (Qatar).

    • ANSWER:
      Check out http://go4onlinedegree.googlepages.com/

      hope it helps

14. QUESTION:
    Employers: Is a degree from an accredited online university equal to that of a traditional university?
    I want to get my teaching certificate. I already have a bachelors degree in sociology. No school around me offers just a 'teaching certificate', I would have to get a second bachelors degree that would take close to 2 years! I'm an adult with a mortgage, that just seems impossible. Are online degrees comparable?

    • ANSWER:
      As long as the college (online or campus based) is regionally accredited, any degree you earn should be accepted by any potential employers or other academic institutions.
      My best recommendation would be to contact a number of colleges to find the best fit for you and your needs (tuition, schedule, career opportunities, etc.). Too often people enroll in the first school they find rather than taking the time to find the best school for them. Taking that time now could save you a lot of time, money and frustration if you choose the wrong school.
      This site has some good info on regionally accredited online degrees and some colleges that offer them to help expand your search:
      http://www.ecollegefinder.org
      I think you can enter your info on there for any colleges you are interested in and they will send you more info for free. Good Luck!

15. QUESTION:
    what are some good, accredited online universities for bachelors degree?
    I have my AA degree. Interested in going back to school to get bachelors degree in accounting. I have been out of school for about 11 years

    • ANSWER:
      Your options are many and include the likes of UMass, SUNY, Florida State, U Florida, CalState, etc... There's an online degree of some sort being offered at almost every college in the US.

      Louisiana State has accounting online and they are priced very nicely. Another option might be one of "the big three" where you could do you coursework online or classroom or by exam at any school and then transfer the credit to meet the degree requirements.

      Excelsior College http://www.excelsior.edu
      Thomas Edison State College http://www.tesc.edu
      Charter Oak State College http://www.cosc.edu

      Your options are far greater than those heavily advertised online schools you see on TV - your options probably include the state U where you live.

16. QUESTION:
    Is a Bachelors degree of Science in Management from University of Phoenix Online accredited?
    I am considering getting a Bachelors of Science in Management from University of Phoenix online, but I don't know if the degree will be accredited. Am I right in saying that even though the school is accredited, the degree may not be? And if the school is accredited, but the degree is not, will that hurt me in finding a job?

    • ANSWER:
      University of Phoenix is regionally accredited. Your degree will be accredited as well.

      Some degrees have professional accreditation as a plus for example business schools can have the plus of AACSB accreditation for their programs or teaching degrees accredited by NCATE.

      However no degree will have professional accreditation if the institution does not have regional accreditation before.

      In theory you should not have a problem with a regionally accredited degree however University of Phoenix has not a great reputation because of their unethical recruitment practices, expensive prices, low education quality and low paid facutly.

      They were fined with .8 million dollars for unethical recruitment practices.

      There are many good schools out there with a much better reputation, greater flexibility and much lower cost than University of Phoenix and of course fully accredited.

17. QUESTION:
    Can you tell me about any accredited universities that offer an online Bachelor's degree in Film studies?

    • ANSWER:
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18. QUESTION:
    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?

    • ANSWER:
      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.

19. QUESTION:
    which US accredited online MBA program will allow me to begin now without a Bachelor's degree until Feb 2013?
    I currently have 102 credits completed in my Bachelors Degree Program will be a senior in college at the start of the Spring 2012 semester. I just wanted to get a jump start on my graduate work, thanks for all the helpanswers!!!

    • ANSWER:
      You won't find any. MBA programs prefer students with 2-3 years work experience after the first degree. Some accept students right out of college if they have good grades and a high GMAT score. Some MBA programs are designed specifically for new college graduates without work experience. But in those programs you don't get the benefit of learning from other students who have work experience. A lot of valuable learning takes place through class interaction. Also when you graduate your job offers will be about the same as a business undergraduate gets because you have no work experience, and you've been two years out of your undergraduate field so it's hard to get work in that area.

      Explore the Official MBA Guide. It's a comprehensive free public service with more than 2,000 MBA programs listed worldwide. It allows you to search for programs by location (US, Europe, Far East, etc.), by concentration (finance, marketing, aviation management, health management, accounting, etc.), by type of program (full-time, distance learning, part-time, executive, and accelerated), and by listing your own criteria and preferences to get a list of universities that satisfy your needs. Schools report their accreditation status, tuition cost, number of students, class sizes, program length, and a lot of other data. Schools provide data on entrance requirements, program costs, program characteristics, joint degrees, and much more. You can use the Guide to contact schools of your choice, examine their data, visit their web site, and send them pre applications. You can see lists of top 40 schools ranked by starting salaries of graduates, GMAT scores, and other criteria.

20. QUESTION:
    What are some good online schools that offer an accredited bachelors degree?
    So!?

    • ANSWER:
      Here http://www.thedegreeexperts.com/SearchResult.aspx?sname=bachelor is the list of courses that are offered some of the top online colleges in U.S. All of the colleges listed here are accredited nationally or regionally by top organizations. You just need to select the course and the list of colleges will appear and you can select on the basis of the information available.

21. QUESTION:
    Can you actually find a decent paying job with an online bachelor's degree? Can you go to law school with one?
    Is an online degree looked down upon, even if it is from an accredited school? In addition, what are the chances of finding a decent job that would make the debt be worth it? Could I be accepted to an offline law school after getting a bachelor's online?

    Please help!

    • ANSWER:
      As long as the college (online or campus based) is regionally accredited it will be accepted by any potential employers or other academic institutions.
      My best recommendation would be to contact a number of colleges to find the best fit for you and your needs (tuition, schedule, career opportunities, etc.). Too often people enroll in the first school they find rather than taking the time to find the best school for them. Taking that time now could save you a lot of time, money and frustration if you choose the wrong school.
      This site has some good info on regionally accredited online degrees in criminal justice and paralegal studies (both should put you on the right track for law school) and some colleges that offer them to help expand your search:

      http://www.ecollegefinder.org/online-criminal-justice-bachelors-degrees.aspx
      http://www.ecollegefinder.org/online-paralegal-bachelors-degree.aspx

      I think you can enter your info on there for any colleges you are interested in and they will send you more info for free. Good Luck!

22. QUESTION:
    Will Hong Kong accept a bachelor's degree from an accredited online college?

    • ANSWER:
      You should further specify your question.

      If it is really an accredited college (online or not) I believe the goverment officials would recognize the degree.

      If you are talking about employers - well that depends on the employer.
      If you are talking about continued education, it might depend on the university, generally I would expect yes though because you still would have to build one the knowledge you earned there, and if you fail noone cares, coz they still got your money.

23. QUESTION:
    Where can I find an accredited accelerated bachelor's degree program? Not interested in online degree program.
    I'm interested in a recognized college/university to attend. I'll even consider the option of "testing out" of college; how can I obtain information to test out of college?

    • ANSWER:
      Many colleges offer the opportunity for you to test out of specific classes, but testing out of college entirely? I'd be wary of any school that offered that.

      There are accelerated degree programs. For example, here in NY, there are several. Where are you based, or are you willing to move?

24. QUESTION:
    Which Indian university offers NAAC-accredited online IT bachelors degrees?
    Looking for an online bachelors program for web development, but ti should be accredited.

    • ANSWER:
      Information is below.

25. QUESTION:
    What are some good, accredited schools that are all or almost all online, where I can get my Bachelor's Degree
    I have been led to dead ends by the local community colleges (one which I am an alumni) when I ask where I can get this degree. I was wanting a Bachelor's Degree in teaching. But I want to do it all or almost all of it online, in my spare/free time. I have 2 soon to be 3 children and am not able to go to classes at all. I would like to start working on getting my degree done, so when they go to school, I can go to work. I want the school to be accredited so I can actually use the degree.. and so I am not wasting my time. I currently have an Associates in Biological Science, Teaching, and just need the 2 more years for my Bachelors. Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      Sorry to inform you, but there are no "good accredited" online schools to get your bachelors. Most online schools (including University of Phoenix) are accredited by some bogus committee that they probably made up. No four year University will recognize your bachelors degree from an onlline school, thus wasting your time and money. Some people would disagree with this, but if they have a degree from an online/tech school, ask them to further their education (Masters) at a (real) University and they will be rejected.
      I would use an online course as a last resort. Look into State schools, which offer accelerated courses.
      Best of luck.

26. QUESTION:
    Accredited campus college vs online accredited college
    Would anyone happen to know if an online accredited bachelors degree in a major is as equal as is if i went to an accredited campus college?I would just do my bachelors online rather than on campus.

    • ANSWER:
      First check with the accredited brick and mortar college to see if they offer your degree on-line then................if they don't check the on-line colleges that are accredited by a accrediting body that means it's a legit degree

      Here is the website to check any on-line school

      http://www.chea.org/search/search.asp

27. QUESTION:
    I'm looking to get my bachelors degree online. Does anyone recommend an accredited online college?
    My interest is Human Resource Management.

    • ANSWER:
      The following are regionally accredited and online programs:

      BS in Business (HR Mngt) Western Governor's University
      BBA in HR Baker College
      BS in BA (HR) NY Inst. of Technology
      BS in HR Mngt Bellevue University

      there are others but these come to mind.

28. QUESTION:
    Can anyone recommend an affordable yet accredited online degree in game design.?
    I want to get a bachelors in game design but I cant find one that seems to be affordable an at the same time be accredited. I want the degree to be an online one because I don't want to pay for room and board. I want a degree that will really prepare me for a job in game design. I was thinking that 20,000 dollars or so would be an affordable cost of tuition.

    • ANSWER:
      My best recommendation would be to contact a number of colleges to find the best fit for you and your needs (tuition, schedule, career opportunities, etc.). Too often people enroll in the first school they find rather than taking the time to find the best school for them. Taking that time now could save you a lot of time, money and frustration if you choose the wrong school.
      This site has some good info on regionally accredited online bachelors degrees in game design and some colleges that offer them to help expand your search:
      http://www.ecollegefinder.org/online-bachelors-degree-in-game-design.aspx
      I think you can enter your info on there for any colleges you are interested in and they will send you more info for free. Good Luck!

29. QUESTION:
    Please I need information on A One Year Online Bachelor Degree in any discipline that is affordable. Thanks?
    I'm actually searching for an online Bachelor degree that will take just a year(12 months) to complete, also need it to be cheap/affordable. I want the University to be an ACCREDITED University. No Diploma Mills and Life Experience Degrees. Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      Bachelors degree is mostly of four years or three. But no college provides you with bachelors degree in one year. Yes colleges provide you speedy degree that is you can finish your degree before the estimated time. But in that you need to do finish your courses and clear the test then only you can proceed to next level. So you need to give your more than 100% to do that.

30. QUESTION:
    Are there any accredited online schools offering a bachelors degree in journalism?

    • ANSWER:
      yes and no not a full degree there are schools that offer online classes you will still have to go to school.

31. QUESTION:
    Are there any properly accredited ONLINE colleges that offer a degree in Industrial Engineering?
    I would love to get my Associates and later a Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering. Are there any Good, Properly Accredited Online Colleges or University's that offer this degree in Industrial Engineering??
    I am looking for a solid, reputable, accredited school and not a diploma mill.
    Thanks ........

    • ANSWER:
      Here is a link for you

      http://www.mission2educate.org

      They have multiple online school research tools that helps you to find the right school.

32. QUESTION:
    what is the best accredited university online to get my bachelor's degree in elementary education?
    I WOULD LIKE TO START CLASSES IN JANUARY ONLINE.I NEED TO DO IT THIS WAY BECAUSE I HAVE A TODDLER AND I WORK FULL TIME. PLEASE GIVE ME SERIOUS ANSWERS

    • ANSWER:
      I'm not sure about on-line universities, but keep in mind that getting a degree in elementary education requires a lot of observations and student teaching. You will be required to go to schools and observe teachers, work with small groups of students, and do your semester or year long student teaching internship. Those things cannot be completed on-line.

33. QUESTION:
    Does anyone know of an INEXPENSIVE online accredited college to get a bachelor's degree?

    • ANSWER:
      Baker College in Michigan offers very affordable tuition rates for the online programs.

      0.00 per credit hour for under grad

      4 semesters per year, 2 sessions per semester.

      Easy format. Participation required 5 of 7 days per week.

      Check out: https://www.baker.edu/online/main.cfm

34. QUESTION:
    Is there an ACCREDITED online degree in Sociology available?
    I am in my middle fifties. Back in my twenties, I took two BSc. degrees, one in Mechanical Engineering, the other in Geology. At the time, my thinking was something like: "Sociology! That's for people who can't handle a REAL science, or a REAL major!"

    Now, thirty years later and semi-retired, I have become intrigued in recent years by the subject of sociology (developed along with my evolution into a Marxist) and regret not having studied sociology as a 'minor' or even pursuing it as a third Bachelor's degree.

    I would like to pursue further study in sociology, and earn a BA in the subject. My movement is somewhat limited due to a major physical injury a few years ago that has confined me to a wheelchair. Are there any ACCREDITED colleges or universities offering a BA in Sociology that can be earned ENTIRELY online? Preferably, one that will allow me to work self-paced, building it around my work-schedule; and, not too expensive. Thanx!

    • ANSWER:
      How about an online MBA, from Heriot Watt University — often regarded as the best available online ("external) MBA in the world? That will keep you busy studying something realistic...and avoid getting caught up in the bizarre, heavily-politicized, biased world of academic Sociology.

      ADDED
      "I have to disagree with PE, usually he has good advice but he obviously has no idea what sociology is and is just regurgitating ignorant stereotypes"

      Sister Sophia is apparently unaware of the internal debate in academic Sociology during the past twenty years or so between the "Empirical Sociologists" who want a recommitment to scientific methods and the "Public Sociologists" who want a clear commitment to social change. The Public Sociologists won, and therefore Sociology is no-longer taken seriously.

35. QUESTION:
    what are the three accredited online colleges or universities that offer a bachelor degree in computer informa

    • ANSWER:
      Westwood Online, University of Phoenix Online, Devry Online, ITT Tech, Kaplan University, Regis University, Boston College Online, and Strayer University. This list is by no means exhaustive, but it's a decent start. It really depends on what discipline you're looking to learn. I go to Westwood College and have no complaints thus far. But word to the wise, it's takes a supreme amount of effort to stay focused in a distance learning program. Whichever Institution you choose should have a focus on supporting your education pursuits, regardless of whether you're a full time only student, working and full time student, or working and part-time student. Best of luck to you.

36. QUESTION:
    Any online Bachelor Computer Degree Online?
    Are there any online degrees in computer science or information technology from state universities that are fully accredited? (in other words the classes would transfer to any regular public state university).

    Does anyone know of a school?

    • ANSWER:
      I will let you know a website offering free online course lectures in Computer Science. The content comes from educational institutions from around the world. I think you can use the website for your study.

      http://www.infocobuild.com/education/academic/computer-electric.html

37. QUESTION:
    Is the University of Massachusetts - Lowell continuing education online BA degree accredited regionally? Good?
    I might be interested in it, but I don't want one of those bogus "degree mill" degrees. I'm already in college at a four year school, but online is convenient for me. UML looked good, but I'm unsure if this degree is for real, and if employers would be able to tell if it is an "online degree". By the way the degree is for I.T. and it is listed as a bachelors degree on their site. thx.

    • ANSWER:
      UMass-Lowell is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, which is a recognized regional accrediting body. All their programs, including online programs, are accredited by the regional accrediting body.

      For more information about accreditation and degree mills, check out the Council of Higher Education Accreditation website at www.chea.org.

38. QUESTION:
    Where to get an online degree in Nutrition?
    I am looking for a California regionally accredited online college that has a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition. Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      A degree in nutrition involves studying about food in its entirety including its individual components how different foods interact with each other and how the affect the human body. There are various online colleges for this degree, some of them are:
      # Ashworth College
      # Clayton College of Natural Health

39. QUESTION:
    university of phoenix online bachelor business degree?
    hello,has anyone done this degree?is this school accredited world wide?is the degree worth it towards a successful future?

    i like construction,will this be useful in construction? also i want to own my own business.

    Is this degree the right choice?

    • ANSWER:
      University of Phoenix is a degree mill. Companies won't take you seriously with an online degree. I've seen recruiters just throw away resumes that have online degrees.

40. QUESTION:
    Accredited Life experience Bachelor degree ? Its possible to obtain a degree within some days ?
    I have completed 12 years study (intermediate ) with one year professional study in computer field. Due to some finnacial and family problems , i couldn't get graduate. I have work experience more then 4 years in computer field and now more then one and half year , in business administrative field. I'm having less pay and less grad onlny because i don't have a bachelor degree. They guy working upper then me , even he is upper just because he have a bachelor degree , besides he always need my help and guidance. I'm sure if i have a bachelor degree, i can get better place.I went through defrent sites online, but after i red alot of stuff about them like Diploma Mills. I dont have time and money for a regular online degree programe. Is there realy exsist Life Experience Degrees ? Please give me a way , where i can get it.. if you know. I want a bachelor Degree , in less money , quick as possible , but Accredited and Recognized , because i have plan for Masters in future. Thanks to all.

    • ANSWER:
      There are some schools that have online programs that are accredited. However, none will allow you to get a degree based solely on life experience. If a school does offer a degree using life experience only, it is a sure sign of a diploma mill.

      However, all is not lost. If you have experience, there are schools that will give SOME credit for work experience. There are also schools that will give credit for industry certifications. Additionally, many schools will give credit for CLEP and DSST exams. You can learn more about CLEP exams at http://http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html
      You can learn more about DSST exams at http://www.getcollegecredit.com/

      Accreditation is important for a degree. You must make certain that the school where you get your degree is accredited. You can check accreditation of a school at http://www.chea.org/search/search.asp

      Finally, there is a forum where you might be able to find more information on obtaining your degree. http://forums.degreeinfo.com It is free to join and there are many people there who have obtained Bachelor's, Master's and higher degrees through online coursework and study.

      Good luck

41. QUESTION:
    Online Bachelor's Degree Question?
    If you have any experience with getting a degree online, I'd be interested in hearing it. I'm currently looking at that possibility, and am overwhelmed by the number of schools, and what they offer. I'd like a degree in Business Management.
    What school did you use? Is it only online, or did you have to go to a bricks and mortar location for some things? Did you really learn as much as you would in a regular classroom? Would you recommend this track to someone else?
    I am internet-savvy, work a full-time job, and have kids who need to be my focus. I need flexibility, an accredited, recognized degree, and the freedom to work at my own pace (usually quicker than the average).
    Thanks in advance for your responses!

    Blessings,
    Kate

    • ANSWER:
      I did not get my degrees on-line; However, I have some colleagues who got their PhD on-line. Choose a University that is accredited, and you should be fine.

      One friend got his through University of Phoenix and he feels he got a good education, and employers accepted it as a legitimate degree.

42. QUESTION:
    Does anyone know of a good online "home study" accredited college to earn a bachelor's degree at your own pace
    I want to get a bachelor's in psychology/counseling, and I want to be able to do it at home at my own pace. I've taken classes through a college that were online, but I had to be online at certain times for "class chats" and stuff like that which I hate - I'm looking for a program that just requires me to do the work and send it in... and nothing else... no added mandatory "meetings" or anything else. It would also be financially helpful if anyone knows of a place in the state of Georgia so I could be eligible for the in-state scholarships. If you only have suggestions of places outside of Georgia, please tell me about them as well though! Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      There's a univeristy in Alberta, Canada called Athabasca University. You'll find it by doing an Internet search.

43. QUESTION:
    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.

    • ANSWER:
      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***********************

44. QUESTION:
    Is there a Bachelors degree in Forensic Science offered online?
    I am a mother, wanting to go back to school. I have college credits, but no degree. I am interested in a forensic science and was wondering if anyone knew of an accredited program online. Online degrees can be so scary... so I am trying to do my research! I might also be interested in B.S. in Health Admin. So any advise will be much appreciated

    • ANSWER:
      Forensic Science involves lots of labs. This would be impossible to complete online.

45. QUESTION:
    BSc Mathematics or BSc Physical Science online degree?
    Is there any institute around the world that offers purely Bachelor Degree in Mathematics or Physical Science or Maths/Physics degree by purely online studies?

    Open University UK ( Britain) is by far the best, no entry requirements and easy to enroll and highly regarded around the world and recognised ( Leads to honours )

    Ellis New York City NIT looks good too but confusing.

    Anywhere else that offers above mentioned subjects as a Distant Learning or Online Bachelor Degree? ( has to be accredited)

    Not looking for links unless you have the direct link to above mentioned subjects and not interested in single "courses"

    Thank you so much

    • ANSWER:
      You'll have to check to see if they offer those majors in particular, but universities that are of high quality that offer a large number of science/tech programs online include:

      - University of London (external programme)
      - Carnegie Mellon
      - Rensselaer Polytechnic
      - Worcester Polytechnic
      - University of Massachusetts
      - University of Maryland

      These may get you started. Almost all have pages devoted to their online programs, and if you get confused, email them directly.

46. QUESTION:
    Where can I get a bachelors degree completely online?
    Okay, I'm now looking into being a librarian. You need a masters in library science and I've found plenty of ALA accredited online programs for this, but I need a bachelors degree first. All of the 'real' colleges with online bachelor degree programs I have been able to find are only bachelor completion programs which means I'd have to take 2 years of college somewhere else and then transfer. I really don't want to have to go through the hassle of trying to transfer my credits over and over again. Does anyone know of any programs, completely online, in which you can earn a bachelors degree from start to finish? 'Real' colleges please- I'd like to steer away from online universities with advertisements all over the internet, if at all possible because I don't know if I can trust them.

    • ANSWER:
      You can check out here http://www.thedegreeexperts.com/online-degree.aspx for various associate, bachelors and master’s programs available online. They have also listed out name of the universities against each course where that particular course is available. You can trust the universities featured at this website as all are legitimate and accredited and are moreover well recognized in the job market.

47. QUESTION:
    what do I need to get an M.S. degree from an accredited online university?
    I'm from Egypt and I have a B.Sc. in Agriculture, what exactly do I need to get an M.S in computer science from an internationally accredited online university, I mean is there some pre-M.S degree or diploma I should take before applying for the M.S. degree since my bachelor field is irrelevant to computer science? AND is there any suggestions on respectable colleges or universities that offer what I need? Finally, what is the estimated cost?

    Thanks..

    • ANSWER:
      hello dude I got my BA in computer systems from AIU American Intercontinental University and I am currently attending CTU Colorado Technical University to get my Masters in IT management they are 2 very good schools that I personally recommend --but there are a number of good online tech schools that you can look into if you want more info hit me on the IM--they both cost about 28-,000

48. QUESTION:
    Do you know of an ABET Accredited BSEM Online degree?
    I am looking for an online univerity or college that is offering a BSEM (Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management) that is both ABET and regionally (NOT nationally) accredited. I doubt that one exists but I figured I would give it a shot. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

    Thanks in Advance!

    -Matt

    • ANSWER:
      I've been hunting for an ABET online program for a long time, and the only one I've found is University of North Dakota. They have Electrical, Chemical, Civil and Mechanical Bachelor degrees.The out of state tuition is kind of high. They used to have a distance program that took care of prerequisites like Calc, english, etc... at a much cheaper price, and they then apply those credits to your program of choice. The only catch to all this is that the lab courses are condensed into one week, on campus labs. Everything but the labs online. Check them out at und.edu, distance engineering degree program
      - Justin

49. QUESTION:
    online ba degree: national vs regional cred really matter?
    Does it really matter for a bachelors degree? A nationally accredited online college vs. a regionally accredited online college?

    • ANSWER:
      using an example... Virginia College... even a Bachelor's Degree might as well not have taken there... because it is worthless... there are supposedly accredited... but look at the accrediting agency

      businesses know this & are not as interested in hiring people with degrees from those schools as they are from applicants who went to credible schools

      if they aren't accredited by the same agency as your state's public universities, then they simply aren't worth as much as a Bachelor's from the Public Uni

      To answer your question... accreditation does matter

50. QUESTION:
    Can I get a job in the FBI with an online degree?
    I'm looking to change careers and have always been interested in the FBI, CIA, etc., as an agent or professional. I'm pushing the maximum age requirement to enter and do not have a degree. I was looking into the online colleges, noticing that you can receive a Bachelor's Degree in 2-3 years. The FBI states that you need a 4 year degree to apply. If I received a Bachelor's in an accredited online school, does that qualify???

    • ANSWER: