Posted by bposton on September 22nd, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
Hi there my little dorm room buddy.
Now that Fall has officailly begun, I was wondering how everyone spent their summer. Hopefully it was a great one full of sun and fun.
I do know of a few that actually did have a wonderful summer, and for one I was happy to play a very small part in their stories.
I’m talking about the nearly 8,000 kids who attended a Fresh Air Fund camp this summer, and had the time of their lives.
You’ve probably read a few of my posts about the Fresh Air Fund before, but just in case, they are
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Posted by bposton on September 4th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
If you are in the Military, and seeking to improve your education (or know someone who is) then Baker University may be the right place for you to start.
Baker has history of supporting America’s military, and recently was named on the top Military-Friendly universities in the USA.
Baker’s tradition with the military goes way back. How far back? Well, as an example of it’s history, Abraham Lincoln donated $100 to the school in it’s early years to help construct Parmenter Hall on the Baldwin City campus. Now that’s a rich history 
Military personnel and their spouses can get discounts on tuition of up to 50%, and Baker is also working with the Department of Veterans affairs to offer even more assistance through the Yellow Ribbon Program. Through this program, eligible military personnel seeking an undergraduate degree can get $500 per year off their tuition ($1000 per year for graduate studies).
And in case you’re wondering, Baker does offer online degree programs (more about that later)
Here’s another great benefit that you’ll find at Baker University - they offer college credit for all training received in the military. And you don’t even have to go to them to learn about their programs. Baker University has specialists that travel to military bases to educate folks on their programs and benefits.
So, what happens if you you’re attending Baker and get deployed?
Not problem. Baker has a special process driven by its Student Services department that lets you withdraw and re-enter your degree program without any hassles.
Baker offers all kinds of degrees, including business, liberal arts, education, and many more. And Baker’s programs offer something for everyone; from the first time college student to the seasoned profession seeking a graduate degree. And as mentioned before, there are several online degree options as well, such as a BA and MBA program in Business Leadership. By the way, that MBA program is ranked as one of the top 10 online Master’s degree in the country.
And here’s another great reason to consider them. With Baker’s accelerated format, two years is all you need to complete the majority of their programs.
Here’s a little more info on Baker. They started in 1858 (remember Abe?) and they are ranked as one of the top 30 colleges in the Midwest, and recognized as one of the best universities around. They are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. And they’ve had this accreditation since 1913.
To find our more about Baker, and their School of Professional and Graduate Studies, call (800) 995-7747
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Posted by bposton on September 2nd, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
There are a lot of people from all walks of life who are seeking out a way to learn online in today’s tough economy. Should you be one of them? Well, here’s a few reasons why now may be a great time to get a degree online.
Help keep the job you already have.
While there is no such thing as an indispensable employee, if you focus on increasing your skill sets right now you can certainly bring more value to your organization. So if you still have a job - now is the time to take note of the areas that you could use improvement and seek out some online learning to help. In addition, you can also focus on new skills, like network certification, web design, etc.
Help if the worst does happen.
Even if you have a job today, the worst case scenario could occur - you could lose your job. In this case, if you have completed any courses online this could make you a more attractive candidate in today’s job market.
Put more in your pocket.
After you have your degree from an online university or online program, you still might be able to ask for a raise - yet. But when things get better at your company, you chances of seeing more in your paycheck improve.
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Helps if you have to make a change.
If you lose your job, or can’t find a good job, take some time now to explore other fields and careers that may increase your employment prospects. For example, consider getting an online degree in areas that aren’t normally affected by the economy, such as education or something in the health care field.
Get your share of the scholarship pie.
Lost of universities and online colleges will provide assistance to those seeking to get federal loans for their education There are lots of options out there, some of which don’t require you to pay anything until you finish your degree program. And if you’re still employed, make sure you check into your company’s tuition reimbursement policy. You might be able to get your organization to foot the bill. If you already have student loans, you may even be able to have those payments deferred if you enroll in an online degree program.
Get great gas mileage.
If you focus on getting an online degree, you won’t have to commute to school every day. That could save you a bunch of money on gas.
Be a spare time student.
Whether you’re still employed or not, it’s probably not possible for you to attend school full time. So if you look into an online degree program, and start in your spare time, you should be able to earn your new degree while balancing either a full time or part time job, or the adventure of seeking new employment, which is a full time job all by itself!
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Posted by bposton on August 13th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
It’s a very good career move to make sure that you always be aware of how the employment market is changing so that you’re ahead of the curve, no matter if you’re currently employed now or not. One thing that some very smart people are doing during these hard economic times is taking a hard look at their career path and making efforts to move out of a dead end career into one that has a much brighter and longer term future. One of the ways people are doing this is taking advantage of the many resources available to them to seek out accredited universities that offer online degrees in some of the faster growth industries and careers.
Here’s a sample of some of those types of fast growth careers. And this is according to the US Department of Labor, not yours truly . According to the USDL, industries in the areas of social services, government, health care, science, and technology are growing fastest at this moment in time. Just this past June, for example, there were over 20,000 new jobs created in the health care field. And since a primary focus of the government is to reform health care, the demand for jobs in this area will certainly rise.
Here’s another point. Between now and 2014, 23 of the 30 fastest growing jobs will at a minimum require a 4 year degree. So now is the time to take a look at your situation and decide to go forth and conquer that online degree that you’ve been thinking about for a while. No one can say that any position in any field is permanently secure, but if you have the right education you can get your foot in the door in some of the jobs that are as close to “recession-proof” as you can get. And for many working adults, or those that are out of work right now, one of the best solutions to getting this education is via an online degree program. That’s why the interest in online education has spiked in recent months.
So how do you get the funds? There are of course many ways, but one of them is to apply for scholarships from the schools themselves. In fact, many online schools are currently offering scholarships to pay for full time tuition.
Here are some of them:
American Public University
Ashworth College
Bryant & Stratton College
Capella University
Ellis University
Everest University
Virginia College
Western Governors University.
But don’t delay. The application deadline for these scholarships is October 31st. And besides, your new career is waiting…
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Posted by bposton on August 9th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
Are you unemployed? Are you trying your best to get a job, but find that you don’t have the expertise needed to get the right job?
Well, then President Obama may be able to help you.
Obama is suggesting that people who have lose their job go back to school to get a degree or to improve thier skills. And the federal government might be willing to pay you to do it, with federal grants and low interest loans.
What might you qualify for? Well, there some types of federal help are federal student loans and Pell grants. Let’s decribe each of these, starting with federal student loans. These type of loans are given to university students who also have good credit. You can use this type of aid for things like books, the cost of classes, etc. While you’re attending school, this money can also be used to cover things like housing and meals as well. You don’t have to establish financial need to qualify for these loans. They ususally just require good credit so your credit rating is key here.
But there is another type of aid that does take your income into account. It’s called the Pell Grant. Unlike a loan, the Pell Grant is aid that you don’t have to pay back to the government. Here’s a point to note, however. You won’t be able to get a Pell Grant if you already have a Bachelor degree. Put all is not lost, because lots of higher education institutions have scholarships that you may be eligible for. Just ask about it in the office of financial aid at the college.
So what about aid for online degrees? Not to worry, the aid mentioned above is good for online programs as well.
Here is a suggestion - if you are currently getting unemployment benefits, you may have gotten a letter form the workforce agency in your state telling you to think about getting additional schooling. If you’re thinking about going back to school, then you can take that letter to the aid office and ask them to discuss the types of aid you can get.
Remember that the government is working with your college to locate aid to help, so it’s a good idea to seek it out. However, just because you have a letter in your hands doesn’t mean you’ll get aid. Ask the aid office about any special programs they have to help people who have lost their job. They may be able to put together enough aid from various sources to help pay for some or all of your college expenses.
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Posted by bposton on July 29th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
It’s almost a fact of nature that when layoffs go up and the economy goes down, the enrollment at online degree colleges go up.
Case in point. Drexel University recently accounced that it had completed its highest enrollment ever during the 2008-2009 academic year. Drexel Online saw a record 20 percent growth in enrollment from the past year.
A 2008 survey by the Sloan Consortium states that online school enrollment increased more than 12 percent from the previous year. The survey of more than 2,500 colleges and universities nationwide finds approximately 3.94 million students were enrolled in at least one online course in fall of 2007.
So are you considering heading back to school. Well, you’re certainly not alone. Adults of every age are trying to find work in a stable industry or government sector (like teaching), and young professionals are decided to ride out the recession in grad school so they can come out with a more competitive degree when things start to turn around.
And unlike the typical high school senior, these folks don’t care that much about the great the meal plans are or how pretty the campus looks. They care about cost, convenience and flexibility.
So make sure that when you start looking at the myriad of online degree programs out there for adults, keep these options in mind:
Degree programs that offer multiple start dates and evening courses.
For example, online MBA programs typically meet one evening each week with occasional course offerings on Saturdays. Some offer semester-long classes, and other offer inter-session courses that are intense four-weekend electives.
Hybrid courses that mix online and classroom time:
Another option is to attend a school that offers both online and classroom courses. These may be better accepted by employers.
Ease of testing out of classes and/or credit for experience:
Some colleges allow students to test out of some courses. And the fee to test out is much less that the free for the credits. And of course you can say a ton of time as well.
Now, most schools do not give automatic credit for work experience, but here’s a tip - ask your professors about doing some special research on topics that are based on your background and experience. You can also to demonstrate your knowledge with a presentation or portfolio of your work. And there are organizations who provide training programs that colleges will award credit for, such as the American Council on Education, the American Management Association, etc.
Scholarships and grants for adult students, financial aid deadlines, and employer tuition reimbursement options:
The full tution for going back to school is a lot, but don’t let that deter you. Make sure to apply for federal assistance by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before April 1. State and institutional aid is also determined by the information on this form. And once you are a student, check into the many institutions that offer recognition scholarships for achievement.
Check into Federal or State programs that offers dislocated worker funding for professionals who’ve been laid off and want to seek more education.
The online education industry is thriving, and online schools are becoming a popular and attractive education option for prospective students of all ages. So check out your options on how to circumvent the current recession, save time and money — and get a jump on your career goals.
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Posted by bposton on July 14th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
You may remember me posting about Drexel University putting up a lot money to help veterans get a free college education. They partnered with the US Government in a program call the Yellow Ribbon program for the 2009-10 GI Bill.
Well, another well know college has decide to participate as well. Capella recently annouced that it will participate in the Yellow Ribbon program for the 2009-10 GI Bill year. Capella already has more than 1,500 Capella students that use some form of VA benefits, and that number is likely to grow even more.
As with Drexel, Capella’s partnership with the VA in this program will allow veterans eligible for the new Post-9/11 GI Bill to attend Capella with no out-of-pocket expense to themselves. The way it works is that Capella will provide half of the tuition expense not covered by the Post-9/11 GI Bill for graduate students, and the VA will make up the remaining balance. That way, the tuition is completely covered. What’s more, Capella has set no limits on the number of students that can participate in the Yellow Ribbon program, and there are no caps on tuition expenses that can be incurred.
For more information, please call 1-888-CAPELLA (227-3552).
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Posted by bposton on July 12th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
Union College in Barbourville KY will soon be offering it’s very first all-online degree program this August.
It’s online master’s degree program in psychology online degree program will begin August 25. The application deadline is August 15.
Union has been providing master’s degree for almost 50 years, and it has also been providing online classes for the last six years, but this is the university’s first program to be offerred in a completely online format.
This is great new development for Union, because a large portion of their students live in rural areas of southeastern Kentucky.
But anyone, anywhere, can access this great program at Union. One reason they will is the fact that all Union’s faculty has high level degress and tuition is very affordable.
You can do all of your coursework online, or you can also take on-campus classes as well. They plan to have a virtual student center, virtual café, and many social networking and community opportunities.
If you’re interested in Union’s online Master of Arts in psychology can e-mail them at gradpsych@unionky.edu. Applications will be accepted through August 15.
Oh, and Union is waiving application fees for students who apply prior to August 15.
Union College is a private liberal arts college related to The United Methodist Church and located in Barbourville, Ky.
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Posted by bposton on July 4th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
Drexel University recently announced that it will offer free to an unlimited number of military veterans. You can be full or part time, and you can get getting your undergraduate, graduate, or even doctoral degree. And, best of all, this applies to both on campus and online programs.
It’s all part of Drexel’s participation in the new GI Bill’s Yellow Ribbon Program.
This is a partnership between the federal government and Drexel, and a part of this program, the University will match the government’s contribution to the cost of an education so that eligible veterans can attend Drexel with no out of pocket expenses.
Here’s how it works. The federal government will pay up to the highest in-state school tuition, with any remaining cost shared between the government and the University.
Doing this will offer eligible service persons a free education.
There are under institutions participating in the new program, but Drexel is different because they will have no cap on the number of veterans who may enroll. They are committing 2 million for this program, and it will allow veterans who meet government and University admissions requirements to receive a completely free education at all of the University’s schools and colleges including the Drexel University College of Medicine, Earle Mack School of Law, Drexel at Burlington County College and the Sacramento Center for Graduate Studies.
Here’s another cool thing about the new Yellow Ribbon Program. The government will pay each student’s costs directly to the University rather than requiring those veterans to request a reimbursement, which was what they had to do under the original GI Bill. And the program includes a new set of educational benefits such as monthly housing and textbook stipends.
According to Drexel: “We are proud to be able to give back to those who have sacrificed so much to serve their country,” Greenberg added.
Three Cheers for Drexel!!!
OK, so here’s the lowdown on who is eligible, per the Veteran’s Adminstration. You must have served an aggregate period of active duty after Sept. 10, 2001, of at least 36 months or were honorably discharged from active duty for a service-connected disability and served 30 continuous days after Sept. 10, 2001.
For information on the new GI Bill and specific benefit questions contact the Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-888-GIBILL-1
For more information about Drexel’s on campus programs contact Drexel University at 800-2-DREXEL For more information about Drexel’s online degree programs contact Drexel Online at 877-215-0009.
For more information about using your military benefits to fund a Drexel education contact Jeffrey Linskens, associate director, Student Resource Center, at 215-895-6413 or jeffery.r.linskens@drexel.edu
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Posted by bposton on July 4th, 2009 — Posted in online degree programs psychology
OK, since my daughter (and a lot of my money) when to the University of Florida, when I read this story, I just had to pass it along to all my dorm room buddies…
Looks like UF announced recently that for students enrolling in one of it’s programs would be required to own either an IPhone or Ipod Touch. It seems that UF is the second university to require the Apple product.
According to information on the College of Pharmacy website, all students entering UF’s PharmD students must “have a iPod touch (or iPhone) and a computer meeting minimum UF and College of Pharmacy (COP) requirements,”
Now, don’t get me wrong, UF is a great school (in my humble opinion ). It’s usually ranked in the top 10 every year by US News and World Report. The school began offering its Doctor of Pharmacy online degree program way back in 1994, and now, according to the school, this program has become one of the sought after pharmacy programs around.
But, an IPhone? Give me a break. Why do I have to go out and get an Iphone (and subscribe to AT&T’s lousy service to boot)?
Sure, health care is one of the more recession proof career paths out there, and evidently, Apple’s developers have added a ton of software apps like medical reference applications, blood glucose monitor accessories, and the like. But why make it required?
UF is the second school to post this type of requirement. Last May the University of Missouri said that beginning this fall, all of its journalism students will be required to own an iPhone or iPod touch.
So what’s going on? Well, a little research uncovered that UF later announced that they would not actually enforce the requirement, and that they only listed it so that students would have an idea of what to budget for in their estimates of financial need.
What? Students actually budget?
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