Online Degree · United States

Find out how studying for a degree online works, and how to judge a program before you enroll.

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What you might study for

The kinds of online qualification people ask about

Not sure which fits? Describe what you want to achieve, and a professional can help you narrow it down.

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A certificate

A shorter, focused qualification in one subject.

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An associate degree

A shorter degree, often a first step or a route to a bachelor's.

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A bachelor's degree

A full undergraduate degree studied online.

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A master's degree

A postgraduate degree, often studied alongside work.

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Finishing a degree you started

Returning to complete a degree, with earlier credits counted where possible.

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A professional qualification

Training for a specific profession or license, where the program prepares you for it.

How it works

Six things that shape the online study experience

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Live or self-paced

Some programs meet at set times, others let you study when it suits you.

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Time each week

The hours you will need to keep up, which vary by course load.

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Exams

Some programs use proctored exams, online or at a test center.

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Support

Access to tutors, advisers and technical help.

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Technology

The computer and internet connection you need.

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Hands-on requirements

Whether the subject needs in-person work, labs or placements.

Before you enroll

Six things to check before you commit to a program

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Is it accredited?

Check the accrediting body is recognized in the United States, and that the school is authorized in your state.

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What is the total cost?

Per-credit tuition, fees and materials, and how many credits you would need, in writing.

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Will my earlier credits count?

Get the school's transfer decision in writing before you pay.

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What do graduates go on to do?

Ask for graduation rates and outcomes and compare them with independent data.

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How much time does it need?

Hours each week, and how live or self-paced classes work.

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What if I need to stop?

Refund rules, and what happens to the credits you have earned.

Why Namoye

Built around trust, not lead volume.

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    Fitted to your life

    Studying online suits some people and not others. You hear what it asks of your time, so you can judge whether it fits.

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    The legitimacy checks

    Accreditation and outcomes separate a program worth your money from one that isn't. You hear how to check them yourself.

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    No pressure to enroll

    You can ask questions and compare programs, and nobody pushes you to apply on the spot.

Good to Know

Questions about Namoye

Is an online degree as good as an on-campus one?

It depends on the school and the program, and on how employers or later study programs see it. Look at the school's accreditation and reputation, not only whether the course is online.

How can I tell whether a school is legitimate?

Check that it is accredited by an accrediting body recognized in the United States, and that it is authorized in your state. Be careful with schools that promise a degree for life experience alone, pressure you to enroll quickly, or don't state their costs clearly.

How much does an online degree cost?

It varies widely by school, level and how many credits you need. Namoye doesn't set prices. Ask for the total cost in writing, including per-credit tuition, fees and materials, and how many credits you would actually need.

Can my earlier credits count?

Many schools accept transfer credits, but policies differ. Ask how they evaluate previous study or work experience, and get the decision in writing before you pay.

What financial aid is available?

It depends on the school and your situation. Many people start with the federal student aid application, and schools can explain scholarships and payment plans. Ask whether the program qualifies for the aid you are counting on.

How do I check how graduates do?

Ask the school for graduation rates and outcomes, and compare them with independent sources such as the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.

How much time will it take each week?

It varies by program and course load. Ask how much study to expect, whether classes are live or self-paced, and how deadlines work.

What should I have ready?

What you want to study, your education so far, and your ZIP code. If you don't have everything, send the request anyway.

Is Namoye a university?

No. Namoye is a free matching service. It doesn't teach, enroll students or decide admissions. Any offer or advice comes from the school that contacts you.

Will several schools call me, and does it cost anything?

No to both. A verified professional contacts you, and Namoye is free for you.

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