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Penn State gains recognition for online degree program

August 28, 2012

Now that grants for parents and scholarships for moms are becoming widely available, more schools are offering online programs to cater to the needs of nontraditional students. However, some postsecondary institutions have been providing internet-based degree programs for years, one of them being Penn State.
Recently, The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences' B.A. in Energy and Sustainability Policy degree program received recognition from the Sloan Consortium for being the top online program of 2012, according to Penn State Live.…

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Accredited online schools gaining ground on traditional colleges

August 28, 2012

As more scholarships for moms and grants for parents become available, adults who previously didn't have a chance to finish their college careers are returning to school. A degree can not only help individuals obtain a better job, but land a higher-paying position.
To take care of their families and maintain full-time jobs, more people are looking to accredited online schools to meet their needs, according to USA Today.…

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UW campuses offering online master’s degree program

August 27, 2012

As more people look to earn degrees with grants for parents and scholarships for moms under their belts, parents are turning to accredited online programs to obtain a higher education. As a nontraditional student, an adult enrolled in an internet-based program can work toward a degree while fulfilling parental duties.
With the growing number of nontraditional students in mind, five campuses in the University of Wisconsin (UW) system have banded together to create an online master's degree program, according to the Journal-Sentinel.…

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Rowan-Cabarrus Community College offering associate degree program online

August 27, 2012

As a parent, you know how difficult it can be to attempt to return to school and earn a degree, especially once you have little ones to take care of at home. Grants for parents, scholarships for moms and accredited online degree programs are all making it a bit easier for parents to reach their goals.
Recently, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College announced that it will be offering an associate degree program in criminal justice online to students who cannot attend class on campus, according to the Charlotte Observer.…

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Finding the right time to meet with your professor

August 24, 2012

As a college student, it's your responsibility to stay on top of your coursework and achieve the grades you need to eventually obtain a degree. However, there are bound to be some bumps along the road. Perhaps you don't understand your lectures or a particular assignment.
In these instances, it may be necessary for you to seek out the assistance of your professor - but how do you communicate with your teacher and gather the information you need?…

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Montana State University to offer more online undergraduate courses

August 24, 2012

As more parents take advantage of scholarships for moms and grants for parents, a number of colleges are updating their course offerings to cater to nontraditional students. Busy parents who work full-time jobs tend to look for class flexibility when it comes to narrowing down their choices of schools.
One institution that is making changes to better accommodate nontraditional students is Montana State University.…

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Virginia students may now pursue nursing degrees online

August 22, 2012

Now that more grants for parents and scholarships for moms are becoming widely available, adults are continuing their education and making an effort to better their careers with a degree. In addition, accredited online colleges are making it easier for parents to obtain a degree while working and taking care of their children.
Recently, Virginia's Community Colleges and Western Governors University agreed to create an online degree program that allows Virginia students to earn a degree in nursing.…

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Notre Dame de Namur University offering new online master’s program

August 22, 2012

Many parents want to continue their education and obtain a master's degree, but it can be difficult to do so while raising children and working a full-time job. As more grants for parents and scholarships for moms become available, nontraditional learning opportunities are growing in popularity, as well.
Recently, Notre Dame de Namur University announced that it will begin offering a new master's degree program online to cater to busy students, according to U.S.…

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North Park University offering nonprofit management degree online

August 21, 2012

Now that more grants for parents and scholarships for moms are becoming available, more adults are enrolling in accredited online schools to earn their degrees. This option allows nontraditional students to work at their own pace while keeping up with responsibilities at home.
For parents, accredited internet-based programs allow them to spend more time with their children as they complete their coursework.…

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Lee University developing online programs for nontraditional students

August 21, 2012

Now that more grants for parents and scholarships for moms are becoming widely available, a number of adults are returning to school in order to obtain a higher education. Specifically, accredited online colleges are growing in popularity as nontraditional students look to earn a degree on their own time.
Recently, Lee University announced that it will be developing new online degree programs for nontraditional students who may not live on campus, according to The Cleveland Banner.…

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