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Q: are online master's degrees credible?
are online master's degrees credible? i mean, it seems like a joke, but enough people are doing them nowadays. is it worth the effort/investment?

A: Yes. If they are from reputed institutions like IIM Kochi, IGNOU etc. Before taking any online masters course, find out about the value addition of the Masters diploma offered by those institution

Q: How credible are online Master Degree Programs vs Regular Master Degree Programs around the country?


A: once it is an accredited school, you are fine. I know people who did that and got great jobs. ss

Q: do you think online degrees are credible? i want to get a master's degree in engineering management?
the only way i can do it is online however... what online school you think is possible to do this degree in...thanks

A: There are tons of online programs. I personally attended traditional and online-only schools, and I have taught for various online schools and traditional schools over the last five years. All are accredited and solid programs. Schools tend to vary in price, so we could say online schools are more expensive, but that is relative. Of course they are more expensive than a community college, but less expensive than Harvard. The price range varies. The key is to find a program that is fully accredited. Is it worth it? YES. My career has boomed since my MBA at nearly 5 years ago. I am close to finishing my PhD through distance education, and I am at the job that I want. I know I wouldn’t be here without the education. If you are looking at work in the U.S., then you need a school that is accredited and recognized by the Dept of Ed. I can give more info on that later. You should market yourself and not the degree or university. There are many traditional universities offering degrees that can be earned through online methods. Distance Learning Alliance has a list of these traditional online schools. Look at that if you are truly concerned with the name of the school. Good luck on your search!

Q: Online Master Degree: Question on credibility?
I am planning to pursue my masters, most likely in the area of management. I am aware of the obvious pros and cons to distance learning via online programs but are there ones that aren't so obvious. What concerns me the most is the credibility of online programs. Would an employer favor actual classroom learning over online distance learning and therefore give more weight when comparing potential applicants?

A: Many states, federal institutions, universities, and schools do not accept on-line degrees so check with your institution first to be assured all your money and work will be justified. It might also be a good idea to check with local university or college programs as well as institutions to find out what their success has been with graduates of on-line programs before making a decision.

Q: Online Master Degree?
want to know more info about ONLINE MASTER DEGREE? for THOSE who has finished their ONLINE DEGREE SPECIALLY. 1. your diploma says " ONLINE MASTER DEREE" with your school name? or just the same like a regular MASTER D? 2. which school do u suggest?

A: distance education is a fact of life, distance education has existed for decades: University of oxford and London UK. Usually the school does not say how the degree is delivered, I personally would stay away from those that are only online or for profit universities, becuase they do not have the market position and there may be some skeptics. I would chose a brick and mortar school that has the right mix of accreditation, price and program. If you are looking for a job on wall street, go to an ivy league, if you want knowledge to use to get ahead in life & work and fitting into to your life. Happy Studying after you put the kids to bed!!

Q: I 'll pursue my master degree online in another country?
i 'll start my Master degree online in a very big university but in another country. i wonder how will be the relation between the student and the professors when we study online. i have a previous experience in my country to study online but it was in my country and i attend for some classes with the professors, but being in another country confused me. in addition, i want to know is there any opportunity to contact with the professor to know me and my educational level so, i can add them as references to any job or no? please help.

A: I am currently taking online degrees in engineering and law. I have also completed a science degree online at another university. In both instances, there is a lot of interaction between students and between students and professors. Usually through participation in online discussion, as well as via email with your professor directly. Thus, it is very possible for your professor to get to know you and be able to provide references for you. But I have also heard of universities where online courses have very little interaction between students and professors. It all depends on the university. They are not all the same. You might be able to find answers to your questions by going to the site below which is dedicated to distance education. If you let them know what university you are planning to attend, they might have somebody on the forums who has attended the same university and be able to let you know what it will be like. Try http://www.degreeinfo.com Hope this helps!

Q: Are there any good online Master degree programs?


A: Yes, but you need to pick what time of Masters you want before I can tell you it is a good one or not.

Q: Online master's degrees and Ph.Ds...?
Are they recognized in the world of academia/professional world now? Or, are they like those Sally Struther's "you can even get your highschool diploma"...commericals? I'd like some info from people who have experienced this...

A: Online PhDs? Unless it's in computer science from Carnegie Mellon, I wouldn't bother. But online Master's? There are some from some reputable universities (U Phoenix NOT being one of them), most usually in business or computers. So, what do you hope to major in? Some examples of reputable schools that offer some Master's degrees online include: NYU UMass Amherst Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Carnegie Mellon Duke University University of Indiana University of Maryland The New School for Social Research

Q: How much does an average online master's degree cost?


A: Depends on the country, university and subject. Master's degrees in the UK are normally 1 year long (2 years part time) and many offer distance learning/online courses. The online courses are normally cheaper than full time attendance as you are not accessing lectures or needing any services. Give more information on the type of master's you are looking at and what country so others can give a more informed answer. Good luck!

Q: Can you defer federal student loans while earning online degree?
I am thinking of pursuing an online Masters degree and was wondering if you can defer student loan payments while doing so. How many people have completed online degrees and were your student loans deferred while doing so?

A: Yes, I did

Q: Online degrees, what is the criteria to find out if the degree is accepted at other colleges?
There are many online degree programs offered on the internet. How can I check if the online degree is accepted by the job market. A school teacher with a master's degree in education had to pay back her salary increase because the degree wasn't accepted by the Dept of Ed.

A: Yes there are many but are they from accredited institutions? Need to be very careful about that since only those from such an institution will be nationally recognized. If it's accredited I'd go for it. Check this website for the list of online degrees that are nationally accepted http://www.classesusa.com/index.html;jsessionid=28DAF55801F2B047E9694454F35ABC2E

Q: What do you think about: Online Universities for Master Degree?
I live in a small community, so the local colleges do not offer much master programs (or do not offer the program I want). I cannot simply move out of town, out of the state because I have a family (husband, baby...etc), yet I would like to continue my education. What do you think about online universities like Devry, Kaplan, AIU, etc? Should I go for it or is it a waste of time? Are you skeptical about these online colleges (like is it too good to be true? When future employers see these, would they accept it as legit & professional?)

A: I'm a librarian, and although I did my MA in person, the program that I attended, at a state university, is now available completely online. Presently I'm contemplating a second master's degree via a program offered online at the University of Indiana, Bloomington. It's not my first choice to do graduate work online, but I can't find the degree that I'm interested in offered locally to students that can only attend part-time. Beware of the for-profit colleges and universities, online or in person. A for-profit institution has a fundamental conflict of interest when it comes to educating you; the profit margin trumps the sudent's needs every time. Some of these ARE accredited, but I wouldn't go to any of them. Lots of state colleges and universities now offer some online degree programs. Surf the websites of the legitimate schools in your state to see what's offered. Check out the link for Peterson's below - look at the link for online & continuing education. Peterson's is a reliable resource - you may be able to find it in hard copy at your local library. Speaking of your local library, go there! Your friendly, helpful, local librarian will be able to point you to a wealth of resources such as the Peterson's directories. If you want something to have at home for reference, the guides written by John and Mariah Bear for non-tradtional degree programs are very good. He lists a lot of online and low-residency requirement degee programs that are all legitimate. I've linked one of the books below. Degreenet, linked below, is an outgrowth of John Bear's work. Good luck with your search!

Q: Are online Master's Degree programs worth the trouble?
Has anyone used any of the online schools to obtain a Master's? Does anyone know how much they cost? I'm really interested in it, but I would probably have to tack on a few thousand to my student loans and that is not very appealing to me. I graduated last year and already have a full time job, but I'd like to get my MBA or MPA. I actually work at the University I graduated from, but it does not offer Master's programs and there is not an institution that does offer them within a few hundred miles. So, as of now, online looks pretty good, and the one's I've been looking at are accredited.

A: There are many online programs available - some are good and some are not. You need to make sure that the online university you select is regionally accredited. If they have accreditation they will proudly tell you on their website. If they don't have it - they will give you a bunch of B.S. on why it isn't necessary to have it. Just make sure whatever you decide - the program is accredited. Many online programs are quite affordable - you need to check out different programs. Much depends on you and the type of degree you are seeking. Online learning is great - but it isn't for everyone. You need to be a self-motivated person because there isn't anyone who is going to physically drive you to do the work but yourself.

Q: Anyone ever got a Master's Degree online? What are the best online schools?
I'm not good with long standardized tests. Will I have to submit GED scores? I also only have a 2.5 GPA from my B.A. degree. Will that prevent me from getting enrolled. I screwed up on some science course that brought my GPA down, but I'm not dumb. I want to learn and get a good career. Also, are online colleges cheaper to take? And how long is a Master's Program? Thank you for answering. Online courses just make me a little skeptical with the way people rip you off these days.

A: Getting your masters online is perfectly acceptable if you get it from a tradition university, on your transcripts it will not list anything about getting it online. Do not enroll at one of these career colleges or better known as for-profit schools like University of Phoenix or AIU. These schools have no admission requirements and have a very bad image. Visit www.aiutruth.com to learn more about these schools and this website also has great information about finding a good online school. If you find a good school that you want to attend but you think your gpa is to low, try your hardest to get a good score on the GRE. Take prep classes and read all the books that are out there. Don’t let a test get in the way of a better future. I wish you the best of luck!

Q: master's degree online?
I'm graduating in the spring 2008 and I've been thinking about getting a master's degree in Human ressources mangement, but i really don't want to sit in classrooms anymore. so i have been checking out some online universities such as Walden University, AIU, and Phoenix. i just wanted to know if getting an online master's would count as much in working world. I'm not sure if people wpuld take it seriously. Am I wrong?

A: Webster University has a good MA in HRM online. Webster.edu The world has changed and legit accredited online degrees are becoming commonplace now. In most cases, the degree doesn't say "online" anywhere on it. Harvard University has an online master's now - I'm betting it'd be taken seriously. UoP has some reputation issues, not that I think they're bad but I think they're over reported. I'm liking what I read about NorthCentral University and NovaSoutheastern University. You might want to look at those as well. Many state universities now have complete degrees online and you'll want to consider those. Places like Florida State and UMass have really good reputations.