How Can I Earn a College Degree from Home?

<p>While distance learning programs have been around for a while, advances in technology have made it possible for colleges and universities to offer degree programs entirely online. These programs have increased access for students who wish to obtain a degree, but are limited by factors, such as location, prior work commitments or scheduling conflicts. Many reputable colleges and universities offer accredited degree programs in a variety of fields and formats that can be earned from home. Degree programs can be found at the associate's, bachelor's, master's and Ph.D. levels, in subjects such as: </p> <ul><li>Business Administration </li><li>Graphic Design </li><li>Marketing </li><li>Information Technology </li><li>Public Administration </li><li>Advertising </li><li>Economics </li><li>Criminal Justice </li></ul><h3 id="section---ImportantFactsAboutDegreesFromHome">Important Facts About Degrees From Home</h3> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><td>Prerequisites</td><td> High School Diploma or GED Equivalent</td></tr> <tr><td>Learning Environment</td><td> Online, digital classroom</td></tr> <tr><td>Accreditation</td><td> Regional or national; a degree is only valid if issued from an accredited university, so be sure to verify that your program meets federal qualifications</td></tr> <tr><td>Possible Careers</td><td> Marketing executive, police officer, economist</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---ProgramFormat">Program Format</h3> <p>The formats that coursework may be delivered in will vary depending on the specific school and field of study. Depending on their preference, prospective students generally choose degree programs that fit their personal needs. Students have the opportunity to interact with other students through open forums, chat rooms or message boards, in addition to receiving one-on-one direction from instructors. Students may have the option of viewing live lectures online or watching recorded lectures at a time of their choosing. </p> <p>Coursework typically consists of lectures, quizzes, papers and exams. Some distance programs may involve completing tests at testing centers or other colleges with the oversight of an approved proctor. Courses may be delivered through some of the following formats: </p> <ul><li>Video conferencing </li><li>Web conferencing </li><li>DVD </li><li>Podcast</li></ul>