Can You Get Into Grad School with an Online Math Degree from UIllinois?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the question of whether an online math degree from the University of Illinois can facilitate admission into graduate school. Participants explore the implications of accreditation, the importance of recommendations, and the legitimacy of online degrees in the context of graduate applications.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that if the online degree is accredited, it may be acceptable for graduate school applications.
  • There is a recommendation to contact the specific graduate school for definitive answers regarding their acceptance of online degrees.
  • Concerns are raised about the perception of online degrees, with some expressing skepticism about e-learning.
  • Participants note that obtaining strong letters of recommendation from professors is crucial for graduate school applications.
  • There is a discussion about the relationship between the online program and the traditional university, with some asserting that they should be equivalent.
  • Clarifications are made regarding the existence of both online and offline programs at the University of Illinois.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus; multiple viewpoints regarding the acceptance of online degrees for graduate school remain, with some expressing confidence and others raising concerns.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of specific information about individual graduate programs' policies on online degrees and the varying perceptions of online education quality.

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anyone have any feedback?

thanks
 
If it's accredited, maybe. Of course, you'll also need to get three good letters of recommendation from three actual professors.
 
Why not email the grad school you wish to apply to, and ask them if they accept your qualification. They'll be able to give an actual answer to your question, rather than people on here guessing!
 
Is there a "university of illinois offline"?
 
cristo said:
Yes; http://www.uillinois.edu/
If that's the same as the online one, then I see no problem -- it's obviously a professional online degree.

Though I hate this e-learning thing but that's for another thread...
 
:smile: I didn't realize that you were looking to do UIS's online program. I should hope that the University of Illinois is accredited, given that I'm about to graduate with a degree in EE from UIUC.
 
J77 said:
If that's the same as the online one, then I see no problem -- it's obviously a professional online degree.
Yea, I can't imagine it wouldn't be the same, given that the domain is the same!

Though I hate this e-learning thing but that's for another thread...
Agreed.. but I'll keep my mouth shut too!
 
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so you don't have to be a student of UIllinois to do their online program>
 

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