Hi Scott,
I ran across your name/website when researching Kaplan University. I am a semi-professional photographer (I have to say that because I do make a little money through photography) and was impressed by your work!
My question to you, though, is this: what was your experience with Kaplan University? How have you perceived the credibility of a degree from Kaplan? I am considering applying to Kaplan as they have a Master of Science in Legal Studies/State and Local Government degree that would be perfect for the completion of my education.
I have an A.A.S. in Legal Studies/Paralegal and a Bachelor in Computer Science/Database Administration & Internet Management (double major) from Limestone College.
I also have 20 or so Masters hours in Geographic Information Systems from University of Denver. About half of my education has been received via online courses so I am well versed in online learning. I work in regional government in Information Services/GIS and utilize every aspect of my education in my work.
I would appreciate your comments and/or any suggestions you may have regarding Kaplan.
My experience with Kaplan was just fine. I knew when I started there that I was not going to stop with a B.S. in Management. I knew that I was going to get my MBA and I needed an accredited undergraduate degree. I cannot say how others would perceive my undergrad from there because I did not stop there. I used it as a stepping stone.
If you want to go to Kaplan for the degree you mentioned, I think it would be a good choice. I think going there for my undergrad was a good choice. I would not go there for my MBA because it was not an accredited MBA (by the AACSB or ACBSP). Kaplan is only regionally accredited (the last time I checked).
In my opinion, I think Kaplan will be a good choice. They are a little more expensive than some other schools, but I was happy with the education I received.
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About WheelCipher
Scott is a strategic consultant in the customer care industry and an avid amateur photographer.
You can see his work at http://gallery.scottdavis.info
He has experience in the high-technology industry in management, engineering, and support positions with Time Warner Cable, Dell Computer Corporation, UUNET Technologies, Wayport and others.
Scott started his degree program in 2003, and had no prior college credit before jumping into the distance learning environment. He graduated in October 2007 having attained an A.A.S. in Information Technology and a B.S. in Management from Kaplan University.
In 2009, he graduated with his MBA from Norwich University and is now a student at Gonzaga University.
Scott LOVES fan mail. You can e-mail him any questions about distance learning at sdavis@wheelcipher.net