A popular alternative to traditional face-to-face classes and degree programs is online education. With this type of learning, you can fulfill the courses required for an online degree at online schools, and earn that degree without setting foot on a campus. All class materials are transmitted via the Internet, and communications are carried out electronically. You study when you want, where you want.
More and more people are taking advantage of online learning. In fact, according to the Sloan Consortium, 4.6 million students were enrolled in one or more online classes as of 2009, a 17 percent year-to-year increase. These numbers are expected given the tremendous advantages of online education.
What Are the Benefits of Earning Your Online Degree?
One of the major draws of online degrees is the built-in flexibility. Because you can fit in your coursework around your other obligations, you can work, earning an income, while attending school. This is a huge plus if you have financial responsibilities and a family. Online degrees tend to cost less than those at traditional brick-and-mortar colleges and universities.
The Internet affords you access to a large community of online students, whom you can turn to for advice, help with homework, socializing, and more. Plus you can take advantage of other electronic means of interacting with your fellow students and professors, like online forums, chats, and e-mail. This adequately replaces the face-to-face support garnered in campus-based classes.
Online Schools
Kaplan University is focused on recognizing the achievements of military and veteran students and offers the flexibility of an online education. Eligible students can receive college credit for prior military experience and coursework—up to 75 percent of the credit needed for a Kaplan University undergraduate degree.*
- BS in Early Childhood Development
- AS in Health Science - Dental Laboratory Advanced (Military Only)
- MS in Psychology - Addictions
- AAS in Business Administration - Small Business Management
- BS in Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation
For over 35 years, Keiser University has provided student-centered, quality career education. Keiser University Online offers degree programs online to prepare students for in-demand professions.
- Criminal Justice, BA
- Public Safety Administration, BS
- Health Services Administration, BA (Online Only)
- Educational Leadership, PhD
- Paralegal Studies, AA (Online)
Work toward your degree online with Keiser University College of Golf and Sport Management. We offer a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sport Management that can be completed 100% online.
- Online Bachelor of Science Degree in Sport Management
- BS in Exercise Science
