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

6 Ways to Earn Your Online Degree in Less Time

Friday January 2, 2009
Many online learners are able to earn a degree in less time than usual. By seeking transfer equivalences, testing out of classes, earning portfolio credit, and other strategies, it's possible to shave months (or even years) off of a degree. If you want to earn a degree as quickly as possible, these six techniques can help.

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January 5, 2009 at 5:05 pm
(1) Mallory says:

I love #1 on the list of things you can do to expedite earning a degree. Until I started working at Colorado State University-Global Campus, I viewed the college experience through the ironically narrow lens of a liberal arts education. But in today’s competitive professional market, having a degree as soon as possible has shifted from being advantageous to necessary. 100% online schools like CSU-Global Campus have begun to tailor programs completely to the professional needs of the student. This streamlined approach to higher education saves students money and time - making earning a degree online a surefire investment.

January 13, 2009 at 9:10 am
(2) Mary says:

It’s very difficult to get up to date with the current business needs. Earning a degree or qualification online means, that we are getting a bonus in our leisure time. I like distant learning due to the ease of study.

Mary J

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