Category Archives: Going Back To School

7 Tips for Success in Online Courses

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Vicky Phillips

– Annetta – (flickr) When adults—especially moms and dads—think about going back to school, many see no way to squeeze college into their hectic routines. But it is possible—and we’re here with tips for success in online courses.   Attending … Continue reading →

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4 Critical Questions to Ask When Transferring Masters Programs

Posted on August 28, 2012 by David Handlos

Glamhag/Wikimedia Commons Sometimes the glass slipper just doesn’t fit as well as you’d hoped.   You’ve been accepted into an online masters degree program. Congratulations! But what if you start taking courses, only to discover your chosen online school isn’t … Continue reading →

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When Life Goes Bonkers, Withdrawing from College with a Full Refund and a Healthy GPA

Posted on May 21, 2012 by David Handlos

  Editor’s Note: When life takes a nasty turn, and interrupts your college plans, consult this piece from David, our wise student blogger, to learn the secrets for withdrawing from college with a full refund and a healthy GPA.   … Continue reading →

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Write Winning Scholarship Essays: The Simple, Quirky, Underdog Tale

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Jess Wisloski

Editor’s Note: If you have this hunch that just one, amazing, polished essay can make-or-break your chances for college admission or needed scholarships, you’re right. Essays are a big deal, not to be rushed or scuttled in your haste to … Continue reading →

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Going Back to College: How To Drag Your Family Along, Kicking and Screaming

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Vicky Phillips

Clover Autrey/flickr   What’s the toughest challenge you’ll face as an adult attending college online? It won’t be finding the tuition money. It won’t be finding the time. Get ready for your biggest problem to be your own family – … Continue reading →

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7 Factors for Choosing the Best Online PhD

Posted on August 25, 2011 by David Handlos

Guest blogger, David Handlos, outlines 7 factors for selecting the best online PhD among over 100 online doctorate programs considering accreditation, cost, location, and online degree requirements. Continue reading →

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