You’ve made the decision to pursue your degree online and you’ve been accepted to an online program. Now what do you do? The next step in realizing your dream is to secure the funds needed for your education.
If you haven’t already done so, now is the moment to complete your Free Application for Federal Student […]
Entries from April 2008
FINANCIAL AID FOR ONLINE EDUCATION
April 30, 2008
CSI HAS MADE THE STUDY OF FORENSICS AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY
April 30, 2008
Forensics is not just one field of study but encompasses several different disciplines. You first decision is to determine which area most interests you.
If you would like to work in a crime lab doing analysis of DNA or drug testing, you need a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or closely related field.
If your interest is […]
WHAT’S BEHIND THE EXPLOSIVE GROWTH IN DISTANCE LEARNING?
April 29, 2008
There is a ground swell of support globally to support the growth of distance learning. Market research firms, government agencies, public and private companies, and even venture capital firmsthose companies that invest in new and emerging businessesall agree that distance learning’s future is very bright, and a good investment opportunity as well.
All that translates into […]
IS PURSUING A DEGREE ONLINE REALLY FOR YOU? WHO SHOULD AND WHO SHOULD NOT?
April 27, 2008
Stanford University’s Online Lessons Learned
Stanford University’s Center for Professional Development has recently completed a survey of those that have been successful in completing online degree programs globally. The results of their research supply useful guidance for anyone considering an online program. The findings of their research are summarized here:
Best for motivated, self-directed students who […]
ONLINE EDUCATION: 57 LEADING INSTITUTIONS
April 27, 2008
Getting a college degree today is easier than ever before thanks to the number of institutions offering distance learning opportunities. Whether you are pursuing a undergraduate, graduate, or doctorate degree you can choose from scores of degree granting schools. 57 leading institutions are featured here.
1. Southern Christian University
2. University of Phoenix
3. Walden University
4. DeVry University
5. […]
COLLEGE LOW EXPECTATIONS GAME COST STUDENTS, PARENTS, & TAXPAYERS THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS
April 27, 2008
During a recent conversation with a client, he shared with me his frustration when registering his son for his first year at college. This university, incidentally one of the big 10, would only allow his son to register for 12 hours. The university’s position was the ‘expectation’ that 12 hours was very, very difficult and […]
7 TIPS TO AVOID THE COLLEGE “LOW EXPECTATIONS” GAME
April 26, 2008
Many public universities play the ‘Low Expectation Game’ (see commentary ‘College ‘Low Expectations Game’ Cost Students, Parents and Taxpayers Thousands of Dollars’). As a student or a parent, you can avoid that game using the following tips:
Tip #1Register for 15 hours.
To graduate in 4 years, not 5 not 6, requires a minimum of 15 hours […]
MRCP AND MRCPCH - PREPARATION FOR THE EXAMINATION
April 24, 2008
There should have been a moment in the human history when there was no need for anyone to prove themselves; it is so delightful to think such a planet earth where human beings were free as birds without examinations. But to entertain such thoughts is nearly sinful, a taboo for those in the medical field!!! […]
5 LEADING ONLINE SCHOOLS
April 24, 2008
The net has revolutionized many parts of our economy. You can shop, meet citizens online and, now, you can take college courses for credit. Five schools are influencing distance learning like no others before them. Let’s take a look at online education providers as offered by these leading schools.
The University of Phoenix was among the […]
CARIBBEAN SINGLE MARKET AND ECONOMY - WHO SAYS UWI ISN’T DOING ENOUGH?
April 22, 2008
The University of the West Indies (UWI) has often been viewed as a long-standing partner to Caribbean Governments in fostering integration and development of our people, and forming strategic alliances.
CARICOM member states are now considering the establishment of a individual market economy. This will mean the general removal of all legal and administrative restrictions to […]