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By Jamie Littlefield, About.com Guide to Distance Learning since 2004

New Article: What You Need to Know About Diploma Mills

Saturday March 17, 2007
A diploma mill is a company that awards unaccredited degrees and provides either an inferior education or no education at all. If you're considering attending an online school, learn as much about diploma mills as you can. This comprehensive article will teach you:
  • how to recognize the difference between a diploma mill and an unaccredited school
  • how to spot the tricks diploma mills use to lure in "students"
  • how to take action if you've been a victim of a diploma mill's false advertising
  • where you can find a list of diploma mills and unaccredited schools
Read the new article: What You Need to Know About Diploma Mills

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