What does it mean to go through a degree completion program?
Degree completion programs are specifically designed to help students who have already earned some college credits, but who never officially finished a degree. In some instances, a degree completion program allows students to complete the exact degree they began, while others allow students to finish a completely different degree from their first, intended, degree. Degree completion programs vary by type and flexibility.

What are the advantages of degree completion online?
Degree completion online lets a student have the freedom to take classes from home. Online classes allow students to hold a job, or pursue other interests, while earning a degree. Completion requirements differ by program. Some offer their classes exclusively over the Internet, while others split class time between Internet-collaboration and in-person-collaboration. The best way to learn which programs will work best is to check with program counselors in various schools of interest.

What are the disadvantages of degree completion online?
While online learning does allow more freedom and flexibility than a traditional, on-campus, program, these programs also require much more self discipline to succeed. Most online classes have a pre-scheduled list of assignments and due dates, which students are expected to complete in a timely manner. There is also, usually, less teacher-student interaction in online learning, so a student must possess the self-motivation to succeed and complete the course independently.

How does someone go about choosing an online school for degree completion?

It is always recommended to choose a school that is accredited. This means that an outside agency, such as a state government or educational association, has reviewed and approved of a school�s program(s). Accreditation is meant to protect students, schools, and employers from fraudulent programs. If a school is accredited, there is a guarantee that a degree from that school will be honored by other schools or by employers. A cautionary word of advice: not all accreditation agencies are credible. Look for accreditation by the National Education Association (NEA) or agencies approved by the NEA.