There was a time when earning a degree online was somewhat of a risky undertaking. The resources for online learning were less than remarkable, the course and degree offerings were often slim, and to top it all off, many employers viewed degrees earned...
Packers win the Super Bowl! Go sports and camaraderie and grown men being able to slap each other on the bum without anyone thinking twice! That being said, the Super Bowl is over and what we are left with is the fond memory of commercials, plays, and...
When you think about a college degree, you’re probably envisioning a four-year university stint that will take up all of your time. However, certificate programs are an alternative to the typical college diploma. The Certificates Count study from Complete...
For many college-degree seekers, the prospect of taking several years off of work to enroll in a campus-based or online school is an undesirable prospect. These individuals may worry that they will stunt their career development or fall into a great deal...
While many students choose to wait tables or bartend in order to pay the bills while they work toward an unrelated college degree, some individuals may decide that they wish to pursue a management career with a hospitality degree. Luckily, industry experts...
This article was contributed by PayScale.com. It is the third in our series of five posts in honor of “Back to School” Week at Education Connection. Make sure to check out our useful guide on going back to school for even more great advice on...
It’s true: choosing a major can be a confusing process, especially if you have no idea what you want to do for the rest of your life. The good news is you don’t need to know what you want to do for the rest of your life in order to choose a major. ...
As the country emerges from the recent recession, more people are finding that they need to update their qualifications to be competitive in today’s job market. To get ahead without shifting one’s lifestyle too much, many people look to...
Many individuals make the choice to work towards human services degrees because they want to help other individuals or give back to their communities. Some people see problems where they live, and choose to pursue a bachelors or associates degree to acquire...
Obtaining a degree is no small feat. Each and every year, freshmen drop out of college before earning their degree. There are a number of reasons why this occurs - financial hardship, job competition and family demands are just a few of the multitude...