Surprisingly, the answer to this question seems to be a resounding "no." Colleges have often used informal surveys to help students determine their preparation for online classes. Such surveys ask ... Read More

In order to get the most out of your online classes, you’ll need to have the proper software installed on your computer. Some computers are sold with software bundles pre-installed ... Read More

Don’t give up your dream of enrolling in an online university just because you didn’t get your high school diploma. Although most colleges (online and otherwise) require a high school ... Read More

As a part of its OpenCourseWare program, Yale University is now offering several additional free online classes. The pre-recorded courses do not offer credit, but they are an easy way ... Read More

Within the next few months, Peer 2 Peer University, is expected to launch a handful of online classes taught by superstar instructors. Peer to Peer University is not accredited and ... Read More

I recently visited a French dorm at a local university. Basically, it's an apartment where language-learner students are only permitted to speak French. Their native language is totally forbidden and ... Read More

Balancing school and family life can be a challenge, even for online learners. While many older adults choose to continue their education through the internet, they often find their study ... Read More

If you're an adult learner with past college experience but no degree, you may be able to complete your studies by enrolling in an online school. Many online colleges cater ... Read More

If you're enrolled in online classes through a community or non-traditional college, you may have trouble taking out a private student loan this year. Dozens of lenders have already eliminated ... Read More

A new Florida law will give students the opportunity to earn an online high school diploma from any district in the state. The Miami Herald reports: "Starting next school year, ... Read More

The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) is the oldest regional accrediting agency in the nation. It currently offers accreditation to over 2,000 schools in six states: Connecticut, ... Read More

Any online student knows that textbook prices can be outrageous. It's not uncommon to spend hundreds of dollars in a single semester. Now, one professor is giving an electronic version ... Read More

Comparing online colleges can be a challenge. You may know the type of program you’re looking for, but narrowing a list of potential programs can be difficult. The five considerations ... Read More

This month I've received several emails from readers concerned about choosing an online high school. Be aware: there are scams out there. Some so-called schools make big promises, offering to ... Read More

Until recently, students seeking financial aid had to fill out a form with a hundred and twenty questions. Now, thanks to Education Secretary Margaret Spellings, they only have to answer ... Read More

Recently, the Department of Education launched College.gov (off-site link), a website aimed at helping citizens plan for college. They explain: "This site is intended to be the go-to source for information ... Read More

Enrolling in an online college may be the furthest thought in your mind during troubled economic times. But, taking online classes during a recession has some notable benefits. Online ... Read More

Traditional state school Louisiana Tech is now offering online degrees from its new Global Campus (off-site link). They report: "Under the leadership of Dr. James Smith, Global_Campus will be a highly ... Read More