Choosing between an online or campus-based education
September 6, 2011
Although it may seem like the majority of college admissions discourse targets recent high school graduates, the plethora of available scholarships for adults is evidence that the realm of higher education has opportunities for all.
Many funding opportunities reach out to specific demographics, such as grants for parents or single mother scholarships. With financial roadblocks to an education removed, mothers can focus on other factors, including deciding whether to attend a campus-based university or take classes online.
Online degrees make it easier to maintain a full-time job during the day and allow students to work at a pace that suits their individual schedules and needs. However, some may prefer the in-person interaction afforded by the classroom setting. In order to balance work and school, these individuals could attend night school.
This diversity of approaches to instruction makes it easier to find an option tailored to a student's specific situation. More independent learners may feel more comfortable in an online program, while students who thrive in a collaborative, team atmosphere may want to be in a classroom.
