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March 25, 2008 - Best and Worst Ranked Buys in Online College Master's Degrees in Human Resources
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March 25, 2008, GetEducated.com, Essex Junction, VT

Looking for an accredited online master’s degree in human resources at a bargain price? Consider one of GetEducated’s Top Ranked Best Buys in distance learning master's degrees—all priced under $18,000.

Ranked at the No. 1 spot this year is the Master of Science in Human Resources from Tarleton State University of Texas at $8,960 for Texas residents. Non-residents will pay considerably more at $18,540.

The No. 2 ranked option, Troy University, of Alabama, charges the same low tuition ($11,340) regardless of state of residency.
The average cost of a distance business master's in the human resources major area, according to the survey, which included 38 regionally accredited universities, is $18,400.
Among the most expensive buys for consumers seeking a business school degree through distance learning: The University of Phoenix ($27,450); Drexel University ($37,575); DeVry University ($28,700); and Golden Gate University ($40,800).
In a separate study of nationally accredited distance degrees, GetEducated’s analysts found that online degrees accredited by the Distance Education & Training Council (DETC) cost consistently less than their regionally accredited counterparts. Average cost for a DETC accredited HR master’s degree: $9,320.
Consumers searching for accredited online business schools can explore all their online B-School options by viewing GetEducated.com’s Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools, Business, Management and Online MBAs.
About: Founded in 1989, GetEducated.com, LLC is the safest place in cyberspace to shop for an online degree ™. In a nationwide effort to help consumers get educated about quality online education, the clearinghouse publishes independent ratings and rankings of online universities. The clearinghouse operates the Diploma Mill Police, (SM) a FREE online degree accreditation verification service designed to help protect online learners from educational fraud.

 

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