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- 5 Questions to Discover Your Best Learning Environment
Know how to determine what best suits your learning style - How to Request Your Transcripts
Find out what you need to do to ask for a copy of your official transcript - Succeed in Your Online Program
Get insider tips and advice to ace your online courses - 10 Myths about Distance Learning
Have the facts about the quality of distance learning and education programs
Accreditation
- Accreditation
Learn all about the accreditation process - Regional & National Accreditation
Understand regional and national accreditation as well as the role of the major accreditation agencies - Diploma Mills
Protect yourself from fraudulent institutions
Careers
- State-by-State Guide to Teacher Certification
Read each state's rules, regulations, and guidelines about becoming a certified teacher. - How to Defend Your Online Degree
Highlight the skills and strengths gained from studying online - How to Get Class Work Done at Work
Make the most of your downtime at the office - Common Résumé Mistakes
Avoid errors and create an organized, well-crafted résumé - When to Tell Your Supervisor You're in School
Sharing your academic goals can benefit you - Salary Guide for Online Degree Programs
See how a degree can affect your salary
Finances & Budgeting
- FAFSA & Federal Aid
How federal student aid is requested and processed - Saving Money with CLEP
Save money and test out of introductory courses by taking CLEP tests - Tax Credits for Education
Taking classes? You may be eligible for an income tax credit
Military Students
- Military Tuition Assistance FAQ
Compare the various education benefits available to active duty servicemembers and veterans - Military Education Benefits
See what education benefits are available for your branch of service - DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSSTs)
Accumulate college credit with DSSTs - Tuition Assistance for Service Members
Are you eligible? Find out!
Services
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See if online education is a good fit for you - Salary Report
Know the average salaries in your field or industry - Career Interest Test
What degree or program should you study to get your dream job? - Scholarships
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Why Go Back to School?
42% of adults continue their education to advance in their current job.
22% of adults return to school to change careers.
Source: e-Learning Poll, Aslanian Market Research, 2011
Why Online?
Most people choose online education to keep up with their family and work responsibilities while pursing their academic goals.
Another top reason? Being able to study anytime and anywhere.
Source: e-Learning Poll, Aslanian Market Research, 2011
Who Studies Online?
4% of all undergraduates have completed their degree program completely online.
9% of all graduate students have completed their entire degree program online.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, The Condition of Education 2011, May 2011
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