May 18, 2007, Newsletter Issue #55: How to Get a Bachelor’s Degree Online

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Penn State World Campus Tip: The process of getting a bachelor’s degree online will require selecting a school, applying to the program, financing the courses and successfully completing the coursework. When selecting an online degree program, students should take care to carefully evaluate the program to determine whether or not the desired degree is offered, whether or not the school is accredited and the reputation of the program. This is important because it is wise to select an accredited school with a solid reputation to ensure the degree obtained is considered valuable by prospective employers.

Once a prospective student selects one or more online schools they are interested in attending, it is time to begin the application process. This may include filling out a basic form, submitting transcripts and test scores, submitting letters of recommendation and writing a personal statement. Applying to more than one school is recommended especially if the student has doubts about being accepted to one or more of the schools.

After being accepted to one or more online schools, the student must consider the financial burden of attending the school. If the student is unable to pay for required courses it may be necessary for him to finance his education. Financing options may include obtaining financial aid, taking out student or personal loans or seeking tuition assistance from an employer.

Finally, a student in an online degree program will be required to successfully complete the required courses to obtain a degree. Successful completion of required courses may include, but is not limited to, attending online lectures, completing homework assignments and passing examinations.

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