- You’re a busy adult with a full time job and a family.
- You want to continue working while you are getting your degree.
- Convenience and flexibility are very important to you.
- You can study independently.
- You are comfortable using a computer.
- You are a self-starter and you don’t need constant instruction
- You are less concerned with the social aspect of going to school.
- You have time to dedicate to working towards your degree.
- Your spouse is encouraging and wants you to go to school.
- You want a degree and you are willing to devote time and energy for several years to reach your goal.
It often takes years to work towards a
degree, and for many distance learners they have to juggle family, work and study, and this can be very demanding. If you are the kind of person that would rather attend social events on weekends, than study, now may not be the best time to start college. Many students say that it takes 10-20 hours a week to learn the material, that’s why it’s so important to have an encouraging spouse. People that do the best with online education tend to be self-starters that are disciplined to study without a teacher right in front of them.
One of the biggest differences between online education and traditional education is the fact that there is little social interaction between students. The younger you are, the more important the social interaction usually is. Distance learners are less concerned about socializing, because they are older and busier.
Getting a degree is often a life goal of many people. Distance learning offers convenience and flexibility so that anyone can now work towards their degree at home.