What's an online class like?
Is online learning right for me?
How long will it take to complete my online college degree?
Is an online college degree the same as a classroom degree?
What does "fully accredited" mean?
Will I have to take exams to earn an online college degree?
When do classes start?
Will my online college degree credits transfer?
Do online schools offer financial aid?
Are there admission requirements for an online college degree?
How do I get started on my online college degree?

What's an online class like?
Just like in a classroom, you'll receive a syllabus that will outline what you will learn in the class and what the assignments are. Every week, you'll log onto your school's website to get your lessons and assignments. Then, you'll post your work online to be reviewed and graded. You'll communicate with classmates and your instructor via chat rooms, email and online bulletin boards. Back to top

Is online learning right for me?
To learn online, you should be self-motivated and be able to work independently. Back to top

How long will it take to complete my online college degree?
The time will vary depending transfer of credits, whether or not you take time off between courses and the degree you are pursuing. Typically students can complete their online college degree in one to three years. Back to top

Is an online college degree the same as a classroom degree?
Most accredited universities and colleges make no distinction between an online college degree and a degree obtained on campus. Back to top

What does 'fully accredited' mean?
If you are looking for an online college degree, it's important to know if a school is fully accredited.

If a school is fully accredited, it has earned a widely recognized form of university accreditation from one of six regional accreditation boards. Each of the six geographic regions of the United States has a non-governmental, regional agency that oversees and accredits degree-granting institutions headquartered in their areas.

The six regional accreditation boards are:
MSA--Middle States Association
NASC--Northwest Association of Schools & Colleges
NCA--North Central Association of Colleges & Schools
NEASC--New England Association of Schools & Colleges
SACS--Southern Association of Colleges & Schools
WASC--Western Association of Schools & Colleges.

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Will I have to take exams to earn an online college degree?
Quizzes and exams may be a part of any given course and can be given online. Many online courses do not require testing of any kind because your grade is based on assignments that are evaluated by the instructor. Back to top

When do classes start?
Unlike a traditional campus setting with fall, spring and summer semesters, many online college degree programs have ongoing enrollment, so classes can start several times during the year. Back to top

Will my online college degree credits transfer?
By attending an accredited college, the credits from your online college degree earned at one accredited institution are generally fully accepted in transfer by other. Back to top

Do online schools offer financial aid?
Just like a traditional college degree, students who are earning an online college degree have access to financial aid including grants, scholarships, loans, work/study programs and employer reimbursement of their tuition. Back to top

Are there admission requirements for an online college degree?
To offer an accredited online college degree such as a bachelor's or master's degree, online schools require students to complete an admission application. Back to top

How do I get started on my online college degree?
It's easy! Just go to the EducationGuides.com to search by program and degree level. We'll match you with the top online schools. Back to top