Finding a Respected Online University - Advice Needed

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The discussion revolves around seeking recommendations for respected online universities that offer degrees recognized by other institutions and employers. Participants share their insights on various institutions and the challenges associated with online education.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests the Open University in the UK as a respected option for online education.
  • Another participant notes that many accredited universities offer online degrees that are equivalent to traditional classroom degrees, emphasizing the need for self-discipline in online learning.
  • A different viewpoint highlights Ivy League schools as reputable options, despite their high costs, and mentions the University of Phoenix as a well-known online institution, particularly for business degrees.

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Participants express varying opinions on which online universities are reputable, indicating that multiple competing views remain regarding the best options for online education.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note the importance of self-discipline in online learning and the potential challenges of lacking face-to-face interaction, but these points remain unresolved in terms of their impact on educational outcomes.

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Individuals considering online education, particularly those interested in obtaining degrees that are respected by employers and institutions.

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I'm thinking about pursuing further education online (haven't decided what program yet), and was wondering if anyone could suggest good online universities, from which a degree would be respected by other institutions/employers?

Thanks
 
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The only one I can recommend is the open university - but it's in the UK.
 
NeoDevin said:
I'm thinking about pursuing further education online (haven't decided what program yet), and was wondering if anyone could suggest good online universities, from which a degree would be respected by other institutions/employers?

Thanks

Once you decided on what area you are interested in, you'll probably find that there are quite a few fully accredited universities that offer degrees via online format (i.e. distance education). Most, if not all of them, will be the exact same degree you get by sitting in a classroom.

Caveat: they require more self-discipline and are generally harder since you don't have a face to face and student to student interaction.

CS
 
If you're looking for schools with solid reputations, try Ivy-League, even though the cost is astronomical. Besides that, I do know that the University of Phoenix is a well known online school that companies respect, but they mainly deal with Business.
 
Thanks for the suggestions guys, I'll post again if/when I decide what I want to take.
 

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